Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA)

Registered Psychiatric Nurse/Nurse (N2) - SMHC

Selkirk, MB
On-site
Posted Oct 23, 2026
1 position

$43–$53 / hour

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Employment type: Part-time, Temporary
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Apply by: Oct 30, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 39 hours per week

Job summary

The Registered Psychiatric Nurse/Nurse provides professional nursing services, including medical treatments and patient care coordination for individuals with complex health needs. They also serve in a leadership role within the healthcare team to facilitate effective discharge planning and patient support.

Job details

Requisition ID: 413134 Position Number: 21005309 Posting End Date: October 29, 2026 City: Selkirk Employer: Shared Health Site: Shared Health - Selkirk Mental Health Centre Department / Unit: SH Area 15 Forensics SMHC Job Stream: Clinical Union: MNU Anticipated Start Date - End Date: 11/06/2026 - 01/28/2027 Reason for Term: Other Leave FTE: 0.75 Anticipated Shift: Days;Evenings;Weekends Work Arrangement: In Person Daily Hours Worked: 7.75 Annual Base Hours: 2015 Salary: $42.985, $44.487, $45.992, $47.558, $49.095, $50.684, $51.697, $52.732 Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations. Position Overview Under the general supervision of the Manager Health Services or designate, the Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN)/ Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing professional registered nursing services for patients, including those with complex and unpredictable health needs. These services include independent nursing services, administration of prescribed medical treatments, a leadership role within the healthcare team, and facilitating coordination of patient care and discharge. Demonstrates a commitment to the vision, values, goals, and objectives of the region/facility/unit. Experience Recent, related, experience is an asset (up to 2 years of experience may be required or preferred). RPN/RN- Recent, related mental health experience preferred. Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate) Graduate of an approved Registered Psychiatric Nursing program or approved Registered Nursing program required. Certification/Licensure/Registration Responsible for maintaining and providing proof of active registration with the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Manitoba (CRPNM) or the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM). Active participation in professional associations e.g. Association of Regulated Nurses of Manitoba (ARNM) preferred. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with Employer policy. Qualifications and Skills Knowledge of: 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/Unit policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines. Nursing care knowledge related to clinical area. Personal Health Information Act (PHIA), Protection of Persons in Care Act, Mental Health Act, Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS), Principles of Routine Practices (Universal Precautions) and other legislated acts. Roles and responsibilities of members of the healthcare team. Principles of delegation. Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills. Preference will be given to those applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs, traditions and values. Demonstrated critical thinking/problem-solving skills. Ability to prioritize care for an individual patient or group 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. Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations. Ability to maintain concentration with frequent interruptions. Ability to function in a demanding and stressful environment. Proficient with computers, software programs, and applications such as Windows and Word processing, spreadsheets, and databases. Physical Requirements Moderate to heavy physical effort required. This term position may end earlier as outlined in your collective agreement. We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today. Interested candidates should select the "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification. This 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 it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment. Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE. Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process. Manitoba healthcare employers, in partnership with the Indigenous community, are committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous People within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an approved Registered Psychiatric Nursing or Registered Nursing program and maintain active registration with the relevant Manitoba college. Applicants should possess recent related mental health experience and demonstrate proficiency in clinical standards, ethics, and legislated health acts.