About the role
QUALIFICATIONS
- Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing
- Eligible for active practicing licensure as a Registered Nurse with applicable regulatory body in the province of Manitoba
- Successful completion of a Nurse Prescriber course with attainment of Authorized Prescriber Notation.
- Three (3) years applicable nursing experience specific to primary health care including Primary Care Clinic, community health nursing, northern nursing and or ambulatory care nursing setting
- Certified Diabetes Educator or Certified Asthma Educator
- Knowledge of adult, youth and pediatric clinical assessment, care and treatment, health education and promotion, illness prevention and chronic disease management
- Knowledge of public health systems, principles of primary health care, population health, determinants of health, and harm reduction in the delivery of primary health care services
- Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population
- Ability to work effectively within a collaborative interdisciplinary team
- Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Training as delineated in Prairie Mountain Health Policy PPG-00002 CPR Training
- Province of Manitoba Class 5 drivers license, or equivalent from province of residence, and access to a personal vehicle to provide service within Prairie Mountain Health
- Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint), as well as Internet applications and other Information Technology
- Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to work independently
- Demonstrated problem solving and decision making skills
- Demonstrated flexibility to facilitate changes in techniques and procedures in a changing environment
- Demonstrated knowledge and competence of skills and concepts related to the position
- Demonstrated communication skills
- Ability to respect and promote confidentiality
- Ability to perform the duties of the position on a regular basis
- Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population
- Ability to work effectively and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, clients and within interdisciplinary team
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Community Health Nurse is an integral member of a collaborative, interdisciplinary primary health care team. Guided by the principles of primary health care, the Community Health Nurse provides comprehensive care to individuals, families and communities with an emphasis on healthy living, illness prevention, health education, chronic disease management, case management, and clinical intervention within Prairie Mountain Health region.
The Community Health Nurse may practice in a variety of settings, including a mobile clinic, primary health care centre, temporary clinics in community settings, and/or within a primary care or physician clinic. The focus is on a shared client population with one or more nurse practitioners, primary care physicians, and other primary care providers in a collaborative primary care practice model. Depending upon the needs of the community, the incumbent may be responsible for health protection.
The Nurse IV recognizes and fulfills 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 scope of practice as defined by the Registered Nurses Act, and other Provincial and Federal legislation.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Overview:
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Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with clients, communities, colleagues and managers across programs and services.
-
Applies the nursing process by: assessing the needs of clients, families, groups and communities considering the determinants of health, age and developmental stage, physical and psycho-social health status; analyzing, developing and implementing a plan of care; and evaluating outcomes based on professional judgement and skills to guide decision-making for the delivery of client care/ services through various methods.
-
Conducts screenings and risk assessments as per clinical practice guidelines.
-
Provides care that is culturally competent and respectful of diversity (eg. economic and social status, race, culture, belief systems, sexuality).
-
Identifies, and within the scope of nursing practice and organizational policy, manages acute and chronic illnesses and conditions affecting children, youth and adults; supports disease prevention (eg. immunization, safer sex practices); and identifies common developmental milestones.
-
Reviews client medications in accordance with regional policy.
-
Identifies and addresses client learning needs and readiness.
-
Employs health promotion, health education and harm reduction strategies to support behavioural changes conducive to health (eg. smoking cessation, physical activity, healthy eating and mental wellbeing) jointly with the client, defining and incorporating these strategies into the health plan.
-
Practices as a member of a collaborative inter-disciplinary team.
-
Supports the client in self-management of chronic disease.
-
Encourages maximum independence and accountability for self-care according to the client’s capacity.
-
Acquires and maintains a comprehensive understanding of health/social services and referral processes including: diagnostic services, specialists, hospital care, rehabilitation and support programs, education programs and community based health services and agencies; refers clients and/or coordinates services as required.
-
Responds appropriately in crisis situations.
-
Prioritizes workload effectively.
-
Completes documentation and administrative requirements as required.
-
Protects the confidentiality of information in accordance with the Personal Health Information Act.
-
Monitors and orders necessary supplies and medications.
-
Ensures clinical equipment is in working order and addresses any malfunctions or deficits.
-
Participates in the orientation and training of new staff.
-
Provides supervision, mentorship, orientation and teaching opportunities to students, ensuring that program goals and objectives are met.
-
May be asked to assist other programs in accordance with provincial protocols and regional policies and procedures (eg. Public Health Nursing, Home Care, Mental Health).
-
Participates in research activities and utilizes results in evidence-informed practice.
-
Informs manager of any unsafe acts, working conditions, incidents, near misses, injuries or illnesses, workload issues, issues of a political nature or media interest.
-
As required based on community needs, provides Public Health Nursing services:
-
Provides care to individuals, families and communities across the lifespan within the context of the health of the larger community
-
Carries out mandated communicable disease programs
-
Provides direction and support to Community Health Workers working in outlying communities.
As per CRNM Authorized Prescriber (RN (AP))
-
Prescribes drugs relevant to the specific population (as outlined in the schedule) in accordance with relevant provincial and federal standards and legislation, as well as evidence informed decision making
-
Orders specific screening and diagnostic tests (as outlined in the schedule) relevant to their area of practice and client population in accordance with all relevant federal and provincial legislation standards, as well as evidence informed decision making.
-
Other duties as assigned.
JOB INFORMATIONs
Close Date:
Aug 05, 2025 4:00 PM
EFT
1.00
Employment Status:
Full Time Term Start Date: 6th November 2025: End Date:31st August 2026
NOTE: The said term position is a result of a "MATERNITY/PARENTAL LEAVE OF ABSENCE" which may expire sooner than the date indicated, subject to a minimum two (2) weeks notice or one (1) pay period, whichever is longer.
Anticipated Shift
Days/Evenings
Anticipated shift length:
7.75 hour shifts
Wage Rate:
As per collective agreement
Department:
7th Street Access Centre - Rapid Access to Addictions Medicine
Site:
Mental Health Crisis Services Program
Additional Sites:
Location / Home Base:
Brandon
HR Posting Number:
CSRNRPN253116
Posting Date:
Jul 28, 2025
About Prairie Mountain Health
Whether you are starting out, or you are a seasoned professional, Prairie Mountain Health (PMH) has a variety of career opportunities to suit your unique goals and needs. Learn, grow and succeed with us at Prairie Mountain Health, the largest region in Western Manitoba!
PMH employs over 7,500 employees who work together to improve the physical, mental, social, cultural and spiritual needs of individuals, families and communities in Western Manitoba.
About the role
QUALIFICATIONS
- Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing
- Eligible for active practicing licensure as a Registered Nurse with applicable regulatory body in the province of Manitoba
- Successful completion of a Nurse Prescriber course with attainment of Authorized Prescriber Notation.
- Three (3) years applicable nursing experience specific to primary health care including Primary Care Clinic, community health nursing, northern nursing and or ambulatory care nursing setting
- Certified Diabetes Educator or Certified Asthma Educator
- Knowledge of adult, youth and pediatric clinical assessment, care and treatment, health education and promotion, illness prevention and chronic disease management
- Knowledge of public health systems, principles of primary health care, population health, determinants of health, and harm reduction in the delivery of primary health care services
- Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population
- Ability to work effectively within a collaborative interdisciplinary team
- Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Training as delineated in Prairie Mountain Health Policy PPG-00002 CPR Training
- Province of Manitoba Class 5 drivers license, or equivalent from province of residence, and access to a personal vehicle to provide service within Prairie Mountain Health
- Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint), as well as Internet applications and other Information Technology
- Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to work independently
- Demonstrated problem solving and decision making skills
- Demonstrated flexibility to facilitate changes in techniques and procedures in a changing environment
- Demonstrated knowledge and competence of skills and concepts related to the position
- Demonstrated communication skills
- Ability to respect and promote confidentiality
- Ability to perform the duties of the position on a regular basis
- Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population
- Ability to work effectively and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, clients and within interdisciplinary team
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Community Health Nurse is an integral member of a collaborative, interdisciplinary primary health care team. Guided by the principles of primary health care, the Community Health Nurse provides comprehensive care to individuals, families and communities with an emphasis on healthy living, illness prevention, health education, chronic disease management, case management, and clinical intervention within Prairie Mountain Health region.
The Community Health Nurse may practice in a variety of settings, including a mobile clinic, primary health care centre, temporary clinics in community settings, and/or within a primary care or physician clinic. The focus is on a shared client population with one or more nurse practitioners, primary care physicians, and other primary care providers in a collaborative primary care practice model. Depending upon the needs of the community, the incumbent may be responsible for health protection.
The Nurse IV recognizes and fulfills 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 scope of practice as defined by the Registered Nurses Act, and other Provincial and Federal legislation.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Overview:
-
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with clients, communities, colleagues and managers across programs and services.
-
Applies the nursing process by: assessing the needs of clients, families, groups and communities considering the determinants of health, age and developmental stage, physical and psycho-social health status; analyzing, developing and implementing a plan of care; and evaluating outcomes based on professional judgement and skills to guide decision-making for the delivery of client care/ services through various methods.
-
Conducts screenings and risk assessments as per clinical practice guidelines.
-
Provides care that is culturally competent and respectful of diversity (eg. economic and social status, race, culture, belief systems, sexuality).
-
Identifies, and within the scope of nursing practice and organizational policy, manages acute and chronic illnesses and conditions affecting children, youth and adults; supports disease prevention (eg. immunization, safer sex practices); and identifies common developmental milestones.
-
Reviews client medications in accordance with regional policy.
-
Identifies and addresses client learning needs and readiness.
-
Employs health promotion, health education and harm reduction strategies to support behavioural changes conducive to health (eg. smoking cessation, physical activity, healthy eating and mental wellbeing) jointly with the client, defining and incorporating these strategies into the health plan.
-
Practices as a member of a collaborative inter-disciplinary team.
-
Supports the client in self-management of chronic disease.
-
Encourages maximum independence and accountability for self-care according to the client’s capacity.
-
Acquires and maintains a comprehensive understanding of health/social services and referral processes including: diagnostic services, specialists, hospital care, rehabilitation and support programs, education programs and community based health services and agencies; refers clients and/or coordinates services as required.
-
Responds appropriately in crisis situations.
-
Prioritizes workload effectively.
-
Completes documentation and administrative requirements as required.
-
Protects the confidentiality of information in accordance with the Personal Health Information Act.
-
Monitors and orders necessary supplies and medications.
-
Ensures clinical equipment is in working order and addresses any malfunctions or deficits.
-
Participates in the orientation and training of new staff.
-
Provides supervision, mentorship, orientation and teaching opportunities to students, ensuring that program goals and objectives are met.
-
May be asked to assist other programs in accordance with provincial protocols and regional policies and procedures (eg. Public Health Nursing, Home Care, Mental Health).
-
Participates in research activities and utilizes results in evidence-informed practice.
-
Informs manager of any unsafe acts, working conditions, incidents, near misses, injuries or illnesses, workload issues, issues of a political nature or media interest.
-
As required based on community needs, provides Public Health Nursing services:
-
Provides care to individuals, families and communities across the lifespan within the context of the health of the larger community
-
Carries out mandated communicable disease programs
-
Provides direction and support to Community Health Workers working in outlying communities.
As per CRNM Authorized Prescriber (RN (AP))
-
Prescribes drugs relevant to the specific population (as outlined in the schedule) in accordance with relevant provincial and federal standards and legislation, as well as evidence informed decision making
-
Orders specific screening and diagnostic tests (as outlined in the schedule) relevant to their area of practice and client population in accordance with all relevant federal and provincial legislation standards, as well as evidence informed decision making.
-
Other duties as assigned.
JOB INFORMATIONs
Close Date:
Aug 05, 2025 4:00 PM
EFT
1.00
Employment Status:
Full Time Term Start Date: 6th November 2025: End Date:31st August 2026
NOTE: The said term position is a result of a "MATERNITY/PARENTAL LEAVE OF ABSENCE" which may expire sooner than the date indicated, subject to a minimum two (2) weeks notice or one (1) pay period, whichever is longer.
Anticipated Shift
Days/Evenings
Anticipated shift length:
7.75 hour shifts
Wage Rate:
As per collective agreement
Department:
7th Street Access Centre - Rapid Access to Addictions Medicine
Site:
Mental Health Crisis Services Program
Additional Sites:
Location / Home Base:
Brandon
HR Posting Number:
CSRNRPN253116
Posting Date:
Jul 28, 2025
About Prairie Mountain Health
Whether you are starting out, or you are a seasoned professional, Prairie Mountain Health (PMH) has a variety of career opportunities to suit your unique goals and needs. Learn, grow and succeed with us at Prairie Mountain Health, the largest region in Western Manitoba!
PMH employs over 7,500 employees who work together to improve the physical, mental, social, cultural and spiritual needs of individuals, families and communities in Western Manitoba.