Registered Psychiatric Nurse​/NurseSH Acute Area SMHC; Selkirk

Position Overview

Under the general supervision of the Manager Health Services or designate, the Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing skilled registered nursing services for patients, including those with complex and unpredictable health needs. This includes independent nursing services, administration of prescribed medical treatments, leadership within the healthcare team, and facilitation of coordination of patient care and discharge.

• Provide skilled registered nursing care to patients, including those with complex needs.
• Perform independent nursing services and administer prescribed medical treatments.
• Assume a leadership role within the healthcare team.
• Coordinate patient care and discharge planning.

• Graduate of an approved Registered Psychiatric Nursing program or approved Registered Nursing program.
• Maintain active registration with the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Manitoba (CRPNM) or the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM).
• Recent related mental health experience preferred; up to 2 years of experience may be required or preferred.
• Certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) per employer policy.
• Active participation in professional associations such as the Association of Regulated Nurses of Manitoba (ARNM) preferred.

• College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba Standards of Practice for Registered Nurses.
• Canadian Nurses Association Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses.
• Scope of practice as documented in the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA).
• Regional, facility, and unit policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines.
• Nursing care knowledge related to the clinical area.
• Relevant legislated acts including the Personal Health Information Act (PHIA), Protection of Persons in Care Act, Mental Health Act, Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS), and Principles of Routine Practices (Universal Precautions).

• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize care for individual patients or groups of patients.
• Ability to respond to a variety of simultaneous demands.
• Ability to recognize and pursue self‑development opportunities.
• Ability to perform independently and as a member of the healthcare team.
• Adaptability to changing situations.
• Ability to maintain concentration amid frequent interruptions.
• Ability to function in a demanding and stressful environment.
• Proficiency with computers, including Windows, word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications.
• Competency in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge of Indigenous customs, traditions and values is preferred.

Moderate to heavy physical effort is required.

The 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 obtained within six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and may voluntarily self‑identify as being of Indigenous descent in their application.

This term position may end earlier as outlined in the collective agreement.