General Duty Nurse (N2) - Child Health - Float Pool - Repost

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA); Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Winnipeg is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide professional nursing services for patients with complex health needs. The ideal candidate will have pediatric nursing experience, proficiency with software applications, and strong communication skills. This position requires independent work and teamwork in a demanding healthcare environment, with flexible shifts including days and weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one-year pediatric nursing experience preferred.
• Demonstrate medication calculation competency during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional registered nursing services for patients with complex health needs.
• Administer prescribed medical treatments and coordinate patient care.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Critical thinking/problem-solving skills

Ability to prioritize care

Ability to perform independently and in a team

Proficient with computers and software

Competency in an Indigenous language

Education

Graduate of an approved Registered Nursing education program

Job description

Requisition ID

389750

Position Number

20016102

City

Winnipeg

Employer

Shared Health

Site

Health Sciences Centre

Department / Unit

Float Pool - Child Health

Job Stream

Clinical

Union

MNU

Anticipated Start Date - End Date

ASAP - 03/31/2028

Reason for Term

Other Leave

FTE

0.50

Anticipated Shift

Days;Nights;Weekends

Work Arrangement

In Person

Daily Hours Worked

11.63

Annual Base Hours

2015

Position Overview

Under the general supervision of the Manager, Health Services, the Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing professional registered nursing services for patients, including those with complex and unpredictable health needs. These services include independent nursing services, administration of prescribed medical treatments, a leadership role within the healthcare team, and facilitating coordination of patient care and discharge. Demonstrates a commitment to the vision, values, goals, and objectives of the region/facility/unit.

Experience

• A minimum of one-year pediatric nursing experience preferred.
• Satisfactory employment record required.

The successful applicant must demonstrate medication calculation competency during orientation as per Children’s Hospital Policy No. 100.30.109.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Graduate of an approved Registered Nursing education program required.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Responsible for maintaining and providing proof of registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM).
• Active participation in professional associations e.g. Association of Regulated Nurses of Manitoba (ARNM) preferred.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the Employer policy.

Qualifications And Skills

• College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba Standards of Practice for Registered Nurses.
• Canadian Nurses Association Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses.
• Scope of practice as documented in the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA).
• Regional/Facility/Unit policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines.
• Nursing care knowledge related to clinical area.
• Personal Health Information Act (PHIA), Protection of Persons in Care Act, Mental Health Act, Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS), Principles of Routine Practices (Universal Precautions) and other legislated acts.
• Roles and responsibilities of members of the healthcare team.
• Principles of delegation.
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.
• Preference will be given to those applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs, traditions and values.
• Demonstrated critical thinking/problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize care for an individual patient or group of patients.
• Ability to respond to a variety of simultaneous demands.
• Ability to recognize and pursue self-development opportunities.
• Ability to perform independently and as a member of the healthcare team.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations.
• Ability to maintain concentration with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to function in a demanding and stressful environment.
• Proficient with computers, software programs, and applications such as Windows and Word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

Physical Requirements

• Moderate to heavy physical effort required.

This term position may end earlier as outlined in your collective agreement.

Legal and Screening Requirements

Current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check are required as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.

EEO and Diversity

Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

Application Instructions

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