General Duty Nurse Full-time Job

Consider a career in Correctional Nursing - This unique opportunity will be of interest to a dynamic and broadly-experienced nurse who would like to become a member of a professional medical unit that provides assessment and treatment to clients within a correctional environment. Candidates are asked to consider the following before applying: work schedule includes days, evenings and weekends. This environment is highly autonomous and requires nursing staff to work independently and in consultation with the on-call physician. The successful candidate will have the ability to make critical decisions, utilize standards of practice, policy and procedure as well as access resources while working alone. This is a challenging, fast paced environment providing a unique experience not seen in traditional nursing roles.

Nurses who are interested in corrections are welcome to tour the correctional centres to get first hand experience of what it would be like to be a Correctional Nurse. Nurses will witness and understand the level of security and protection our health care workers experience. 

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Nursing Licensure in good standing with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM), or the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Manitoba (CRPNM), College of Licenced Practical Nurses of Manitoba (CLPNM)
• Satisfactory Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Security Check, Satisfactory Child Abuse Registry Check, Adult Abuse Registry Check and Internal Screening Check (must be vaild within 6 months)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Professional Certification 
• Satisfactory Certificate of Medical Fitness
• Ability to work days, evenings, nights and weekends is required

Qualifications:
Essential:

• Experience performing clinical assessments
• Experience with patient care planning
• Effective verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Experience working independently
• Ability to work as part of a team

Desired:

• Experience in a similar environment such as emergency, medical, surgical or community programs
• Knowledge of communicable diseases, main signs and symptoms of alcohol or drug misuse
• Knowledge of Indigenous culture

 

Duties:
The incumbent will be a member of the health care team reporting to the Medical Supervisor and Health Services Manager in the correctional centre. Responsibilities include: responding to emergency situations; assessment of immediate acute and chronic health care needs including health stabilization; medical examinations; inmate/staff education; administering of medication; treatment of illness/injuries; and crisis intervention. Triages and refers clients to appropriate health care professionals; develops treatment plans for inmates; implements, assesses and refers to programs and interventions in cooperation with other professionals. As a member of the medical team, the incumbent must be able to work with considerable independence and without direct supervision. Some weekend and shift work will be required.

 

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How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume and indicate advertisement number in email body) through the below-mentioned details.

 

By email
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Manitoba Government Rural and Northern Child and Family Services, is dedicated to the well-being of children and families in rural and northern regions. Providing essential social services, this service focuses on child protection, family support, and community outreach. With a commitment to ensuring the safety and stability of families, the service plays a vital role in promoting a nurturing environment for children in these regions.