Registered Psychiatric Nurse/ Registered Nurse (N2) - Patient Care PX3 Forensic

Shared Health, Winnipeg | Patient Care PX3 Adult Forensic Psych | Clinical | 0.80 FTE | Days & Weekends | In Person | Daily 7.75 hours (2015 annual) Position Overview 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, leadership within the healthcare team, and facilitation of patient care coordination and discharge. Demonstrates a commitment to the vision, values, goals, and objectives of the region/facility/unit.

Experience RPN/RN – recent, related mental health experience preferred. Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate) Graduate of an approved Registered Psychiatric Nursing program or approved Registered Nursing program required. Certification / Licensure / Registration Maintain and provide proof of active registration with the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Manitoba (CRPNM) or 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 to meet employer policy.

Requirement for current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. Self‑service charges applicable. Security check considered current if obtained no more than six (6) months prior to employment start.

Qualifications And Skills Knowledge of: College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses / Registered Nurses of Manitoba Standards of Practice. College of Registered Psychiatric / Registered Nurses of Manitoba Code of Ethics. Scope of practice as documented in the Registered Nurses Act (and the Registered Psychiatric Nurses Act for RPNs in mental health).

Applicable policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines. Nursing care knowledge related to the clinical area. Personal Health Information Act (PHIA), Protection of Persons in Care Act, Mental Health Act, 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 for candidates competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge of 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 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.

Physical Requirements Moderate to heavy physical effort required. Term This term position may end earlier as outlined in your collective agreement. Additional Information We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better.

If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today. Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE. Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply.

We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

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. #J-18808-Ljbffr