General Duty Nurse (N2) - Emergency Adult ER - HSC 2

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an established healthcare provider as a General Duty Nurse in the Emergency department. In this vital role, you will deliver exceptional nursing services to patients with diverse health needs, ensuring their care and comfort. You'll work collaboratively with a dedicated healthcare team, taking on a leadership role in patient care coordination. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the community while working in a dynamic and supportive environment. If you're passionate about nursing and eager to contribute to improving health outcomes, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Registered Nursing program required.
• Knowledge of nursing standards and ethics essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing services for patients with complex health needs.
• Coordinate patient care and facilitate discharges.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Critical thinking/problem-solving skills

Ability to prioritize care

Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations

Knowledge of nursing care standards

Education

Graduate of an approved Registered Nursing education program

Tools

Windows

Word processing software

Spreadsheets

Databases

Job description

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General Duty Nurse (N2) - Emergency - Repost

Requisition ID: 372480

Position Number: 20007347

Posting End Date: Open until filled

City: Winnipeg

Employer: Shared Health

Site: Health Sciences Centre

Department / Unit: Adult ER - HSC 2

Job Stream: Clinical

Union: MNU

Anticipated Start Date - End Date: ASAP - 12/09/2025

Reason for Term: Maternity Leave

FTE: 0.80

Anticipated Shift: Days; Nights

Work Arrangement: In Person

Daily Hours Worked: 12.00

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

• Recent, related experience is an asset.
• Satisfactory employment record required.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

Graduate of an approved Registered Nursing education program required.

SPECIAL TRAINING:

• Successful completion of WRHA Emergency Nursing Orientation (ENO) training Level 1 within (2) months of date of hire with remaining level 2 and 3 completed within (12) months of hire and all other required training within 24 months.

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 at the Healthcare Provider level required.
• Appropriate Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) certification for program area is an asset.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) training an asset.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) training an asset.
• Trauma Nursing Core course (TNCC) an asset.
• Emergency Nursing Pediatric course (ENPC) an asset.
• Emergency Practice, Interventions and Care (EPICC) Foundations course an asset.
• Emergency Practice, Interventions and Care (EPICC) Trauma course 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.
• 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.
• Proficiency 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.

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.