Position Overview
Under the general supervision of the Manager, Patient Care, 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.
Experience
- Recent, related, experience is an asset.
- Current Emergency nursing experience preferred.
- Satisfactory employment record required.
- Emergency Nursing Orientation is a full-time program. Orientees are required to participate on a full-time basis during Level 1, 2, and 3 training periods.
Education (Degree / Diploma / Certificate)
Graduate of an approved Registered Nursing education program required.
SPECIAL TRAINING :
Successful completion of WRHA Emergency Nursing Orientation (ENO) training Level 1 within (2) months of date of hire with remaining level 2 and 3 completed within (12) months of hire.and all other required training within 24 months.Certification / Licensure / Registration
Responsible for maintaining and providing proof of registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM).Active participation in professional associations e.g. Association of Regulated Nurses of Manitoba (ARNM) preferred.Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Training at the Healthcare Provider level required.Appropriate Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) certification for program area is an asset.Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) training an asset.Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) training an asset.Trauma Nursing Core course (TNCC) an asset.Emergency Nursing Pediatric course (ENPC) an asset.Emergency Practice, Interventions and Care (EPICC) Foundations course an asset.Emergency Practice, Interventions and Care (EPICC) Trauma course an asset.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.Proficiency with computers, software programs, and applications such as Windows and Word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.Physical Requirements
Good physical and mental health.Moderate to heavy physical effort required.If there are no applicants meeting the posted qualifications, the Employer MAY CONSIDER an applicant who does not meet the posted qualifications
