General Duty Nurse (N2) - Surgery- A3 Thoracic/Vascular/PCU-S

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA); Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Winnipeg is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for a unit specializing in Thoracic/Vascular care. The role requires providing comprehensive nursing services, managing complex patient needs, and ensuring effective communication and care coordination. Applicants must be graduates of an approved nursing program, maintain registration, and complete required courses. This is an in-person position with various shifts, offering competitive terms of employment.

Qualifications

• Must maintain proof of registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba.
• Active participation in professional associations preferred.
• Criminal Records Check and other clearances required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Knowledge of Nursing Care and Standards

Effective Communication Skills

Critical Thinking/Problem Solving

Ability to Prioritize Care

Adaptability in Changing Situations

Proficiency with Computers

Education

Graduate of an approved Registered Nursing education program

Completion of ECG Monitoring & Rhythm Analysis course

Completion of Progressive Care Unit course

Job description

Shared Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Thoracic/Vascular/PCU-S - HSC unit at the Health Sciences Centre. Position number: 20005855. Posting end date: November 7, 2025. FTE: 1.00. Anticipated start date: 11/07/2025. Anticipated shift: Days; Nights; Weekends. 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

• Surgical experience preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Graduate of an approved Registered Nursing education program required.
• Must successfully complete an Electrocardiogram (ECG) Monitoring & Rhythm Analysis course within 12 months of employment.
• Must successfully complete Progressive Care Unit course within 18 months of employment or sooner at the discretion of Manager of Health Services.

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

• 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.
• Proficient with computers, software programs, and applications such as Windows and Word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

Physical Requirements

• Moderate to heavy physical effort required.

Additional Information

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

Requirements for Application

• 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.