Registered Psychiatric Nurse/ Registered Nurse (N2)

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority • Winnipeg, MB

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations. Under the general supervision of the Manager Health Services, the RPN/RN is responsible for providing professional nursing services for patients, including those with complex and unpredictable health needs. These services include independent nursing services, administration of intervention and 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.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved Registered Psychiatric Nursing program or approved Registered Nursing program required.
• 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).
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the Employer policy.
• Knowledge of College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses/Registered Nurses of Manitoba Standards of Practice for Registered Psychiatric/Registered Nurses.
• Knowledge of College of Registered Psychiatric/Registered Nurses of Manitoba Code of Ethics for Registered Psychiatric/Registered Nurses.
• Knowledge of Scope of practice as documented in the Registered Psychiatric/Registered Nurses Act.
• Knowledge of applicable policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines.
• Knowledge of Nursing care related to the 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 delegate care appropriately and monitor outcomes of delegated care.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Recent, related mental health experience preferred.
• Competent in an Aboriginal language and/or knowledge in Aboriginal customs, traditions and values.

Responsibilities

• Providing professional nursing services for patients, including those with complex and unpredictable health needs.
• Administering interventions and treatments.
• Taking a leadership role within the healthcare team.
• Facilitating coordination of patient care and discharge.
• Demonstrating a commitment to the vision, values, goals, and objectives of the region/facility/unit.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree