Registered Nurse (N2) - Immunization Clinic
About The Position
Under the general direction of the Public Health Nurse and as a collaborative member of a multi-disciplinary team, participates, assesses and provides immunization services to various populations while demonstrating a commitment to the mission, vision and values of Public Health. Provides immunization services in clinical, community or school-based settings using principles of equity, diversity and cultural safety. The incumbent will maintain professional competence, and utilizes current knowledge that is evidence based and supported by public health practice. The incumbent exercises the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed and action to be taken on unusual matters. The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values; and the policies of Southern Health-Santé Sud.
Requirements
- Minimum one-year nursing experience required.
- Graduate of an approved Registered Nursing education program required.
- Completion of all currently required immunization training modules (provincial or regional).
- 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.
- Knowledge of College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba Standards of Practice for Registered Nurses.
- Knowledge of Canadian Nurses Association Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses.
- Knowledge of Scope of practice as documented in the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA).
- Knowledge of Regional/Facility/Unit policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines.
- Knowledge of Nursing care related to clinical area.
- Knowledge of 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.
- Knowledge of Roles and responsibilities of members of the healthcare team.
- Knowledge of Principles of delegation.
- 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.
- Physically capable of carrying out clinical skills.
- Physically capable of providing service in a wide variety of community/clinical settings.
- Use of a reliable motor vehicle suitable for all environmental conditions.
- Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population is required.
- Demonstrated ability to respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats and other mediums.
- Good work and attendance record.
- Requires a valid Class 5 driver’s license, an all-purpose insured vehicle and liability insurance of at least $1,000,000.00.
- Demonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job.
- Completes and maintains Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Search, Adult Abuse Registry Check and Child Abuse Registry Check.
Nice To Haves
- Competence in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge of Indigenous customs, traditions and values is an asset.
- Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions.
Responsibilities
- Participates, assesses and provides immunization services to various populations.
- Provides immunization services in clinical, community or school-based settings using principles of equity, diversity and cultural safety.
- Maintains professional competence, and utilizes current knowledge that is evidence based and supported by public health practice.
- Exercises the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed and action to be taken on unusual matters.
- Functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values; and the policies of Southern Health-Santé Sud.
Benefits
- Partnership with communities to provide safe, accessible and sustainable people-centered health care.
- Opportunity to work in a vibrant and diverse community.
- Opportunity to work in collaboration with various cultural communities.
- Reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process may be requested.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
