Nurse Specialist

The Nurse Specialist at Southern Health-Santé Sud applies the nursing process to support clients in achieving their optimum level of health within a people-centered approach. The incumbent works to full scope of practice, engages in ongoing education, and maintains competency congruent with Southern Health-Santé Sud policies and Professional Standards of Practice.

The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision, and values of Southern Health-Santé Sud. The incumbent will exercise the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities and work methods.

Key Responsibilities

• Proficiency in both official languages is essential.
• Current registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba or the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Manitoba.
• Current Basic Life Support certification.
• Knowledge of Professional Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics.
• Demonstrated ability to foster a collaborative interdisciplinary environment.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships.
• Demonstrated conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to use an analytical and inquiring approach to problem-solving.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and make decisions autonomously.
• Strong organizational skills and flexibility to meet the demands of the position.
• Able to effectively perform the tasks and responsibilities of the position.
• Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population.
• Demonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job.
• Demonstrated ability to respect confidentiality.