Registered Nurse - Nursing (NRS-23-729)

Position Type:Casual Position Status:Casual FTE:Casual Hours of Work:7.75 hour shifts Union:MNU Start Date:To be determined YesPosition SummaryThe Registered Nurse (RN)/Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) (Home Care Services, Personal Care Home and/or Transitional Care) applies the nursing process to support clients/residents/patients in achieving and maintaining their optimum level of health within a people-centered approach in acute, transitional, personal care home (PCH), primary health care, public health- healthy living and/or home care. The RN/RPN works to full scope of practice engages in ongoing education and maintains competency congruent with Southern Health-Santé Sud policies, Professional Standards of Practice, College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba, College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Manitoba, Code of Ethics, and the Regulated Health Professions Act.The incumbent will exercise 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.QualificationsProficiency of both official languages is essential (English/French)Current registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM) or with the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Manitoba (CRPNM)and the scope of practice as defined by the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA)Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (Acute, Transitional, PCH, Primary Health Care, Public Health-Healthy Living, Home Care Services)Knowledge of Professional Standards of Practice, and Code of Ethics.Demonstrated ability to foster a collaborative interdisciplinary environment that supports quality services, quality improvement and staff empowermentDemonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive working relationshipsDemonstrated conflict resolution skillsDemonstrated effective oral and written communication skillsAbility to use an analytical and inquiring approach to problem-solving while contributing to program improvementDemonstrated ability to lead and make decisions autonomouslyStrong organizational skills and flexibility to meet the demands of the positionAble to effectively perform the tasks and responsibilities of the positionGiven the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population is requiredDemonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the jobDemonstrated ability to respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats and other mediumsSouthern Health-Santé Sud, in partnership with the Indigenous community, is 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.Completes and maintains Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Search, Adult Abuse Registry Check and Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.All Health Care Workers are required to be immunized as a condition of employment in accordance with Southern Health-Santé Sud policy.Please include three work-related references with your job application from persons who are not related to you but have direct knowledge of your current and past work performance.Consistent with the French Language Services Policy of the Government of Manitoba and Southern Health-Santé Sud’s FLS Policy, we are committed to offering services in English and French in designated program/service areas serving French-speaking communities within Southern Health-Santé Sud. If no candidates satisfy the bilingual qualification, candidates meeting all other qualifications may be considered for this position.Affiliate Health Corporations Career OpportunitiesRecruitment & Retention800-742-6509Email #J-18808-Ljbffr