Undergraduate Nurse Employee - General Surgical (4S)

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Winnipeg seeks an Undergraduate Nurse Employee for the General Surgical unit. This casual position requires current enrollment in an approved nursing program and successful progression through clinical practice. The role emphasizes safe patient care, teamwork, and effective communication. The ideal candidate demonstrates critical thinking, compassion, and proficiency with technology. Candidates working with Indigenous communities are encouraged to apply. Opportunities for on-site training and assessment are also available.

Benefits

Training opportunities

Accommodation for individuals with disabilities

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in an approved nursing education program leading to initial entry to practice as a Registered Nurse.
• Successful completion of the third year of the nursing program with clinical practice hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, quality nursing care under supervision.
• Work collaboratively with team members and health care professionals.

Skills

Clinical nursing practice competencies

Teamwork and communication

Critical thinking and problem-solving

Compassion and empathy

Technological proficiency

Education

Current enrollment in an approved nursing education program

Completion of a minimum of 450 hours of clinical practice

Job description

Undergraduate Nurse Employee - General Surgical (4S)

Requisition ID: 394402

Position Number: 20065782

Posting End Date: December 27, 2025

City: Winnipeg

Employer: Winnipeg Regional Health Authority

Site: Grace Hospital

Department / Unit: General Surgical (4S)

Job Stream: Clinical

Union: MNU

Anticipated Start Date: 01/17/2026

FTE: Casual

Anticipated Shift: Days; Evenings; Weekends; Other

Work Arrangement: In Person

Daily Hours Worked: 7.75

Annual Base Hours: 2015

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Position Overview

Experience

Not Applicable

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Current enrollment in an approved nursing education program leading to initial entry to practice as a Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse.
• Successful completion of the third year or enrollment in third year with a minimum of 450 hours of clinical practice in an approved nursing education program leading to initial entry to practice as a Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse.
• In addition to the minimum of 450 hours, completion of a clinical placement in medical/surgical or mental health setting is required in order to work in relevant patient care areas.
• Additional clinical practice hours and/or specific course completion from the approved nursing education program may be required to qualify to work in some patient care settings.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Registered student in accordance with policies and procedures of the education institution at which they are enrolled in an approved nursing education program.

Qualifications and Skills

• Acquired competencies in clinical nursing practice to provide safe, quality nursing care, in a supervised assignment.
• Ability to work as a member of a team and request guidance and consultation.
• Accept direction and guidance and constructive feedback.
• Critical thinking skills including clinical judgment, problem‑solving, and evaluation skills reflective of level of formal nursing education.
• Communicate clearly, appropriately and respectfully with the patient, family, and members of the health care team.
• Attitude and behavior that conveys respect and dignity of all persons.
• Able to establish professional, safe, inclusive and respectful relationships.
• Independent and shared accountability in a just and trusting culture.
• Demonstrate competencies when working with patients/families, staff, students, and volunteers.
• Compassionate, empathic and caring attitude.
• Basic use of technology and competency in computer, clinical electronic device use, and electronic documentation.
• Adheres to all applicable clinical documentation requirements per site policies.

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.

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.