Care Team Assistant - 7.4 Neurology, Stroke & Epilepsy Monitoring Unit

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health•Halifax, NS

6d•CA$25 - CA$28•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Health Services Manager and working under the supervision or direction of regulated health professionals, the Care Team Assistant provides direct, hands-on care based on the needs of the patient and program/unit. As a member of the collaborative care team, the Care Team Assistant is responsible for supporting patients' activities of daily living and instrumental activities of daily living. The Care Team Assistant also reinforces patient and family teaching according to established guidelines and the plan of care.

Requirements

Continuing Care Assistant Program
Provincial Certification with Department of Health and Wellness
Registered and active with the CCA Registry
Current Basic Life Support Certification
Effective listening skills
Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing
A passion for caring for others and providing compassionate, patient-centered care
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships with patients, families, and team members
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
Demonstrated conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities
Strong active listening skills and ability to respond respectfully and professionally in challenging situations
Comfortable working collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team environment
Proficiency with computers and electronic health systems/documentation
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and adapt in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Eligible to write the CCA knowledge exam and obtain certification within 1 year from their date of hire (considered if no applicants with provincial certification are found)

Responsibilities

Provides direct, hands-on care based on the needs of the patient and program/unit.
Supports patients' activities of daily living and instrumental activities of daily living.
Reinforces patient and family teaching according to established guidelines and the plan of care.