Introduction Consider a career in Correctional Nursing! This unique opportunity will be of interest to a dynamic and broadly-experienced nurse who would like to become a member of a professional medical unit that provides assessment and treatment to clients within a correctional environment.

This environment is highly autonomous and requires nursing staff to work independently and in consultation with the on-call physician.

This is a challenging, fast paced, dynamic environment providing a unique experience not seen in traditional nursing roles.

About the Centres: The Winnipeg Remand Centre (WRC) is a pre-trial detention centre located at Kennedy Street in downtown Winnipeg, across from the Law Courts building.

It houses people waiting for court decisions on their charges or placement in correctional centres.

It is minimum, medium and maximum-security facility.

The Manitoba Youth Centre (MYC), the largest youth correctional centre in Manitoba, is located at Doncaster Street in Winnipeg.

Male and female youth admitted to MYC have been charged as young offenders.

The Milner Ridge Correctional Centre (MRCC) is located in the Agassiz Provincial Forest, southeast of Lac du Bonnet.

It is a minimum and medium security facility for adult males.

The Brandon Correctional Centre (BCC) is located in the northeast corner of that city.

It is primarily a medium-security centre.

It also provides Western Manitoba with short-term holding for young offenders and adult females.

The Headingley Correctional Centre (HCC) is located on Highway #1 just west of Headingley on 20 acres of land beside the Assiniboine River.

It is the largest provincial correctional facility with minimum, medium and maximum security for adult males.

The Women’s Correctional Centre (WCC) is located at 31 Routledge Avenue in Headingley, Manitoba.

Completed and opened early in .

It is a multi-level security facility.

The Pas Correctional Centre (TPCC) is located next to the provincial court building in The Pas.

It is minimum, medium and maximum security facility for adult males and adult females.

It includes a temporary holding unit for young offenders.

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Duties: The incumbent is responsible for providing care and treatment of the physically and mentally ill inmates in a correctional environment.

The incumbent works under the supervision of the Health Services Supervisor and Health Services Manager in the delivery of health care to inmates.

Responsibilities include: responding to emergency situations; assessment of immediate acute and chronic health care needs including health stabilization; medical examinations; inmate/staff education; administering of medication; treatment of illness/injuries; and crisis intervention.

Triages and refers clients to appropriate health care professionals; develops treatment plans for inmates; implements, assesses and refers to programs and interventions in liaison with other professionals.

As a member of the medical team, the incumbent must be able to work with considerable independence and without direct supervision.

The work is performed in accordance with prescribed regulations and recognized practices.

Why Work For Manitoba Government? The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province.

Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.

Financial Security Attractive salaries Defined pension plan Life insurance coverage Long-Term Disability Plan Benefit Plan Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more Annual health spending account for eligible employees Commitment to Health and Wellness Employee and Family Assistance Program Paid time-off including sick leave,



wellness days and family related leave days Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options Professional Growth & Development We want our employees to thrive and grow, and are committing to investing in their development.

We offer multiple avenues of support such as in-house training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.

Organizational Culture and Values The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee.

When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity.

We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.

Impact on Manitoba’s Future By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba.

You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.

Qualifications: Essential: Experience performing clinical assessments Experience with patient care planning Effective verbal communication skills Robust interpersonal skills Experience working independently Ability to work as part of a team Experience in a similar environment such as emergency, medical, surgical or community programs Desired: Knowledge of communicable diseases, main signs and symptoms of alcohol or drug misuse Knowledge of Indigenous culture Conditions of Employment: Must be legally entitled to work in Canada Nursing Licensure with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM), or the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Manitoba (CRPNM), College of Licenced Practical Nurses of Manitoba (CLPN) - in good standing Satisfactory Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Security Check, Satisfactory Child Abuse Registry Check, Adult Abuse Registry Check and Internal Screening Check (must be vaild within 6 months) Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Professional Certification Satisfactory Certificate of Medical Fitness Ability to work days, evenings, nights and weekends is required

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