General Duty Nurse (N2) - PACU

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA); Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare authority in Winnipeg seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide professional nursing services, coordinate care for patients with complex health needs, and lead within the healthcare team. Candidates should have a diploma in Registered Nursing and two years of relevant experience. Commitment to diversity and support for Indigenous representation is emphasized.

Benefits

Employment equity and workplace diversity

Accommodations available for disabilities

Support for Indigenous representation

Qualifications

• Two years of acute care medical/surgical experience required.
• Graduate of an approved Registered Nursing education program required.
• Responsible for maintaining registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing services for patients with complex health needs.
• Administer prescribed treatments and coordinate patient care.
• Fulfill a leadership role within the healthcare team.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Critical thinking/problem-solving skills

Ability to prioritize care for patients

Teamwork skills

Computer proficiency

Education

Registered Nursing diploma

Adult Critical Care Nursing Course

Job description

Position: Registered Nurse (RN) – Shared Health – Winnipeg

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

• Two years of acute care medical/surgical experience required.
• PACU/Critical care experience preferred.
• Satisfactory employment record required.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Graduate of an approved Registered Nursing education program required.
• Successful completion of a recognized Adult Critical Care Nursing Course or PACU Course required.
• A combination of relevant work experience and education may be considered for candidates who do not meet the qualifications.

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.
• Current BLS at the health care provider level required.

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.
• Must be able to deal with all aspects of reproductive health i.e. pregnancy termination.
• 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.

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.

Manitoba healthcare employers, in partnership with the Indigenous community, are committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous People within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.