Nurse 2 - Minor Injury and Illness Clinic (MIIC)

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority•Winnipeg, MB

6d•Onsite

About The Position

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. Consistent with the principles of primary healthcare, provides access to first level basic healthcare within the scope of nursing practice for individuals, families, groups and communities. As a member of an interdisciplinary community area team, the MIIC Nurse 2 provides comprehensive healthcare with an emphasis on healthy living, illness prevention (primary and secondary), health education, chronic disease management, clinical intervention, and palliation. Develops and implements a health plan with clients and evaluates success in meeting this plan. Provides ongoing service coordination and links clients with resources.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved Registered Nursing education program required.
Basic Cardiac Life Support certificate required.
Responsible for maintaining and providing proof of registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM).
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with Employer policy.
Possession of a valid Manitoba Class 5 driver’s license.
Works within MHC’s core values, philosophy, vision, CQI goals, policies and procedures.
Demonstrated clinical skill in physical examination and nursing intervention.
Demonstrated commitment to interdisciplinary teamwork.
Proven commitment to and knowledge of primary care and community health.
Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.
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, keyboarding, software programs, and applications such as Windows and Word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
Assumes responsibility for ongoing education and participates in professional activities for personal and professional growth.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of two (2) years of directly related experience in a primary healthcare, community health nursing, northern nursing, emergency/ urgent care nursing and/or ambulatory care nursing with an emphasis on primary care services (primary and secondary prevention, intervention, maintenance/support, and palliation).
Experience with mental health counselling would be beneficial.
A combination of other nursing experiences would be considered.
Successful completion of a relevant post-basic program may be required.
Cultural Safety training preferred.
Mental Health First Aid preferred.
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training preferred.
Certification in Diabetes or Asthma Education (or attained within 2 to 3 years of employment) preferred.
Active participation in professional associations e.g. Association of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (ARNM) preferred.
ACLS level is preferred and will be provided by the employer. Certification must be acquired within one (1) year of start of employment.
Preference will be given to those applicants competent in an Aboriginal language and/or knowledge in Aboriginal customs, traditions and values.
Preference will be given to those applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs, traditions and values.

Responsibilities

Providing professional registered nursing services for patients, including those with complex and unpredictable health needs.
Administering prescribed medical treatments.
Providing a leadership role within the healthcare team.
Facilitating coordination of patient care and discharge.
Providing access to first level basic healthcare within the scope of nursing practice for individuals, families, groups and communities.
Providing comprehensive healthcare with an emphasis on healthy living, illness prevention (primary and secondary), health education, chronic disease management, clinical intervention, and palliation.
Developing and implementing a health plan with clients and evaluating success in meeting this plan.
Providing ongoing service coordination and linking clients with resources.