Registered nurse health

Qualifications

Active practicing licensure with the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Manitoba or eligible for active practicing licensure with the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Manitoba (CRPNM)

Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Training

Successful completion of Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI)

Successful completion of Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)

Knowledge, competence and ability to demonstrate clinical nursing skills and concepts in accordance with approved nursing standards

Ability to make effective decisions regarding nursing care

Basic knowledge and skills to work with computers, and electronic software programs

Demonstrated effective problem solving, organizational skills and the ability to work independently

Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to maintain positive working relationships with co-workers and clients

Satisfactory employment record required

Position Summary

Consistent with the vision, mission and values of the Prairie Mountain Health sites, and affiliate sites, the Nurse II provides comprehensive nursing care to patients/residents/clients in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. Nurse IIs recognize and fulfill their professional responsibilities by practicing in a manner consistent with professional obligations to take actions as per the Canadian Nurses Association Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses and Registered Psychiatric Nurses, The College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba Standards of Practice for Registered Nurses, The College of Psychiatric Nurses of Manitoba Standards of Psychiatric Nursing Practice, the scope of practice as defined by the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA), and the Registered Psychiatric Nurses Act, and other Provincial and Federal legislation.

Responsibilities

The Nurse II is required to practice in accordance with the following to their level of scope of practice, expertise, training and experience.

The Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA) or the Registered Psychiatric Nurse Act of Manitoba.

The Standards of Practice (CRNM or CRPNM)

Entry level competencies for RNs or RPNs

Professional Code of Ethics

Obtain and maintains the relevant competencies for the position offered by PMH.

Other duties as assigned.