Nurse 2 - Hospice

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Winnipeg Regional Health Authority is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Hospice unit at Grace Hospital. The role includes providing nursing services, administration of medical treatments, and participating in patient care coordination. The ideal candidate possesses relevant nursing qualifications, strong communication skills, and the ability to adapt to dynamic healthcare situations.

Benefits

Annual full-time incentive of up to $2,000

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous palliative and/or med/surg nursing experience required.
• Responsible for maintaining proof of registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba.
• Current B.C.L.S. certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional registered nursing services for patients.
• Administer prescribed medical treatments.
• Facilitate coordination of patient care and discharge.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Ability to adapt to changing situations

Proficient with computers and software programs

Education

Graduate of an approved Registered Nursing education program

Job description

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Employer: Winnipeg Regional Health Authority

Site: Grace Hospital

Department / Unit: Hospice

Job Stream: Clinical

Union: MNU

Anticipated Start Date: 07/14/2025

FTE: 1.00

Work Arrangement: In Person

Daily Hours Worked: 12.00

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Grow your career in the Winnipeg Health Region! Our team provides a spectrum of health care services through an integrated network of sites, services and organizations. We’re united by a shared commitment to excellent and equitable health care.

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, 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

• Previous palliative and or med/surg nursing experience required.
• Satisfactory employment record is required.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Graduate of an approved Registered Nursing education program required.
• Education and/or practice preparation for palliative care provision.

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 B.C.L.S. certification 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.
• 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.

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 across the WRHA legal entity that combine to equal more than 1.0 EFT. The WRHA legal entity includes Churchill Health Centre, Deer Lodge Centre, Golden West Centennial Lodge, Grace Hospital, Middlechurch Home of Winnipeg, Pan Am Clinic, River Park Gardens, Victoria General Hospital, WRHA corporate programs, and WRHA community health services.

Interviewed candidates may be called upon to participate in a skills assessment.

Any application received after the closing time will not be included in the competition.

Wewelcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodationsare available upon request during the assessment and selection process.