General Duty Nurse (N2) - Critical Care Nurse - Trainee

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA); Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent health authority in Manitoba is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide professional nursing services for patients with complex health needs. This role includes administering medical treatments and leading the healthcare team to coordinate patient care and discharge effectively. Candidates must possess a relevant nursing degree and maintain registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba. The position may offer an annual full-time incentive and requires a satisfactory Criminal Records Check.

Benefits

Annual incentive of up to $2,000

Support for professional development

Commitment to workplace diversity

Qualifications

• Recent and related nursing experience is required.
• Current ICU experience preferred.
• Valid registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM) is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing services for patients with complex health needs.
• Administer prescribed medical treatments.
• Facilitate coordination of patient care and discharge.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Critical thinking/problem-solving skills

Ability to prioritize care

Ability to respond to demands

Ability to adapt to situations

Computer software skills (Windows)

Education

Graduate of an approved Registered Nursing education program

Completion of Winnipeg Critical Care Nursing Education Program or equivalent

Tools

Basic Life Support training

Advanced Cardiac Life Support training

Job description

Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.

The successful applicant may be eligible for an annual full-time incentive of up to $2,000 each year until 2025 as per MOU #31 of the current MNU collective agreement.

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 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

• Recent, related, experience is required.
• Current ICU experience preferred.
• Satisfactory employment record required.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Graduate of an approved Registered Nursing education program required.
• Successful completion of the Winnipeg Critical Care Nursing Education Program or equivalent ICU program/training.

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.
• Basic Life Support training at the Health care provider level is required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support training an asset.
• Appropriate CNA certification for program area is an asset.

Qualifications And Skills

• Knowledge of:
  • 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.
• 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.
• Ability to utilize computer software such as Windows.

Physical Requirements

• Moderate to heavy physical effort required.

We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.

Interested candidates should select the "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check 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.

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.