General Duty Nurse

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA); Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Winnipeg is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide professional nursing services for patients with complex health needs. The RN will demonstrate leadership within the healthcare team and facilitate patient care and discharge coordination. Candidates should hold a degree in nursing and have strong skills in communication, critical thinking, and the ability to prioritize patient care. Experience in orthopedic or surgical nursing is preferred.

Qualifications

• One year acute surgical or orthopedic nursing experience preferred.
• Registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba required.
• Preference for competency in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional registered nursing services.
• Facilitate coordination of patient care and discharge.
• Maintain a leadership role within the healthcare team.

Skills

Knowledge of nursing standards

Effective oral and written communication skills

Critical thinking/problem-solving skills

Ability to prioritize care

Proficiency with computers and software

Education

Graduate of an approved Registered Nursing education program

Successful completion of a relevant post-basic program

Job description

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

• One year acute surgical or orthopedic nursing experience is preferred.
• Current orthopedic trauma experience preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Graduate of an approved Registered Nursing education program required.
• Successful completion of a relevant post-basic program may be 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

• 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.

Application Instructions

Please apply today by selecting the “Apply” icon below to upload your cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification.

Required Background Checks

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.

Employment Equity 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. 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.