Job Description

Requisition ID: 375151Position Number: 20005772Posting End Date: February 11/2025City: WinnipegEmployer: Shared HealthSite: Health Sciences CentreDepartment / Unit: Adult Eating DisordersJob Stream: ClinicalUnion: MNUAnticipated Start Date - End Date: 03/03/2025 - 09/12/2025Reason for Term: Maternity LeaveFTE: 0.80Anticipated Shift: Days;EveningsWork Arrangement: In PersonDaily Hours Worked: 7.75Annual Base Hours: 2015Shared 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.Position OverviewUnder the general direction of the Manager, Health Services, the incumbent applies advanced nursing theory in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of outpatients.Experience

• Minimum four years recent Mental Health Nursing experience in an acute care facility required.
• Previous experience in community and/or ambulatory care nursing is preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Graduate from an approved School of Nursing or Psychiatric Nursing required.
• BN or BScMH or BScPN or equivalent as recognized by the Centre required.
• Master's degree in Nursing, Psychiatric Nursing or Family Therapy is preferred.
• Ongoing relevant continuing education in the mental health field is required.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Must be an active practicing member of the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM) and/or the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Manitoba (CRPNM).
• Active participation in professional associations e.g. Association of Regulated Nurses of Manitoba (ARNM) preferred.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the Employer policy.
• May be required to have access to a reliable vehicle and have a current driver's license.

Qualifications and Skills

• Scope of practice as documented in the Registered Nurses Act (Registered Psychiatric Nurses Act for RPNs in Mental Health).
• Proficient with computers, software programs, and applications such as Windows and Word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Basic computer skills an asset.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal 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 ability to problem-solve effectively in complex situations.
• Independent decision making and assessment of patients and families/significant others where direct access to supervision is not immediately available.
• Ability to determine when and how to utilize the Mental Health Act for patients who require immediate intervention; collaborating with the staff psychiatrist when possible.

Physical Requirements

• Minimum to moderate physical effort required.

This term position may end earlier as outlined in your collective agreement.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.Interested candidates should select the "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification.This position requires a 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.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.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.

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority