Registered Psychiatric Nurse/Nurse (N2) - Geriatrics, Area 5- SMHC

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Selkirk; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A health services organization in Selkirk, Manitoba, is seeking a Registered Psychiatric Nurse to provide nursing services for patients with complex health issues. This role requires effective communication and critical thinking skills, with a preference for candidates with mental health experience. A valid registration with CRPNM or CRNM, as well as CPR training, is mandatory. Candidates are expected to adapt to a demanding environment and work closely with the healthcare team.

Qualifications

• Recent related experience, preferably in mental health.
• Maintaining registration with CRPNM or CRNM.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional registered nursing services to patients.
• Facilitate patient care coordination and discharge.
• Demonstrate commitment to healthcare team goals.

Skills

Knowledge of practice standards

Effective oral and written communication

Critical thinking/problem-solving

Ability to prioritize patient care

Education

Graduate of Registered Psychiatric Nursing program

Tools

Windows

Word processing applications

Spreadsheets

Job description

Position Overview

Under the general supervision of the Manager Health Services or designate, the Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN)/ 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 (up to 2 years of experience may be required or preferred).
• RPN/RN- Recent, related mental health experience preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Graduate of an approved Registered Psychiatric Nursing program or approved Registered Nursing program required.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Responsible for maintaining and providing proof of active registration with the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Manitoba (CRPNM) or the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM).
• Active participation in professional associations e.g. Association of RegulatedNurses of Manitoba (ARNM) preferred.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with Employerpolicy.

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

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.

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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.

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