Registered Nurse (N2) - Urgent Care

Victoria General Hospital; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Manitoba is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide professional nursing services for patients. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, current emergency nursing experience, and be a graduate of an approved Registered Nursing program. This role involves administering treatments and coordinating patient care, emphasizing a commitment to the facility's vision and values.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Registered Nursing education program required.
• Current Emergency nursing experience preferred.
• 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 medical treatments and coordinate patient care.
• Demonstrate commitment to facility goals and objectives.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Critical thinking / problem-solving skills

Proficiency with computers and software

Ability to prioritize care

Knowledge of applicable nursing standards

Ability to adapt quickly

Education

Graduate of an approved Registered Nursing education 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

• Recent, related, experience is an asset.
• Current Emergency nursing experience preferred.
• Satisfactory employment record required.
• Emergency Nursing Orientation is a full-time program. Orientees are required to participate on a full-time basis during Level 1, 2, and 3 training periods.

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.