Position Overview Experience
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Directly related community/palliative care experience an asset.
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Clinical expertise in Palliative Care or related area preferred.
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Satisfactory employment record required.
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Graduate of an approved Registered Nursing education program required.
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Responsible for maintaining and providing proof of registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM).
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Active participation in professional associations e.g. Association of Regulated Nurses of Manitoba (ARNM) preferred.
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Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training requirements for this position will be in accordance with the Employer policy.
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Subject to Immunization and Tuberculin testing as per Employer policy.
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Valid Manitoba Class 5 driver's license required.
Qualifications and Skills
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Knowledge of:
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College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba Standards of Practice for Registered Nurses.
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Canadian Nurses Association Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses.
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Community Health Nurse Standards of Practice \& Home Health Competencies.
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Scope of practice document as documented in the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA)/Registered Psychiatric Nurses Act.
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Regional/Facility unit policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines.
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Nursing care knowledge related to community nursing.
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Personal Health Information Act (PHIA), Protection of Persons in Care Act, Mental Health Act.
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Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.
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Preference will be given to those applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge of Indigenous customs, traditions and values.
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Demonstrated critical thinking/problem-solving skills.
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Ability to prioritize care for an individual or group(s).
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Ability to delegate \& assign care appropriately and monitor outcomes of both delegated and assigned care.
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Ability to respond to a variety of simultaneous demands.
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Ability to recognize and pursue self-development opportunities.
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Ability to perform independently and as a member of the healthcare team.
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Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations.
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Ability to maintain concentration with frequent interruptions.
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Ability to function in a demanding and stressful environment.
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(WHMIS), Principles of Routine Practices (Universal Precautions) and other legislated acts.
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Roles and responsibilities of members of the healthcare team.
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Principles of delegation/assignment.
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Principles of adult learning and teaching strategies.
Physical Requirements
- Moderate to heavy physical effort required.
- Physically able to provide service in a wide variety of community settings under varying weather and environmental conditions.
- Use of a reliable motor vehicle suitable for all environmental conditions.
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
