Our ideal team member is passionate about making a difference and is committed to empowering the young people we support. If you join our team, you can expect a challenging, rewarding and fulfilling career.

Nurses are responsible for the medical assessment, care, safety, support and transition of youth in a secure, short-term stabilization unit. Nurses report directly to the Program Coordinator.

Primary responsibilities of the position include:

• Facilitates admission and discharge of youth to the unit
• Completes physical and mental assessments, develops a plan of action, accesses appropriate resources and makes appropriate referrals to address any health issues identified during the physical component.
• Develops treatment plans in consultation with youth, parent(s)/guardian(s) and relevant team members
• Monitors the health status of youth during their stay on the unit
• Provides medical treatment as required or directed by physician, such as dispensing and administering medication, skin and wound care
• Provides educational information regarding addiction and health promotion issues to youth, parents, guardians and staff
• Maintains charts and health records
• Assists in the day-to-day tasks/routines in managing the unit as required

Qualifications:

• RN/ BN/ RPN, preferably with mental health or addictions experience
• Licensed in Manitoba
• Experience working with addictions
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Able to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Good communication skills, verbal and written
• Emergency First Aid/CPR Level C
• Excellent physical and mental health
• Available to work various shifts
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, a clear Child Abuse Registry Check and acceptable Prior Contact Checks
• ASIST Certificate (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training), NCVI, Mental Health First Aid, Safe Talk, preferred
• Knowledge of Resiliency preferred
• Knowledge of Aboriginal customs, traditions and beliefs will be considered an asset.

Refer to the PDF for full details.