Nurse 2 - Hospice

Position Overview 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.

Experience Previous palliative and/or med/surg nursing experience required. Satisfactory employment record is required. Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate) Graduate of an approved Registered Nursing education program required.

Education and/or practice preparation for palliative care provision. 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. Current B.C.L.S. certification required. 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. Proficient with computers, software programs, and applications such as Windows and Word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

Physical Requirements Moderate to heavy physical effort required. Additional Requirements 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. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process. #J-18808-Ljbffr