Nursing Assistant (UCA)

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority • Winnipeg, MB

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team under the supervision of the Manager, Health Services, or Nurse in Charge, the incumbent performs a variety of clerical tasks and acts as a communication link for the unit. The incumbent also performs a variety of tasks for the care and comfort of patients as well as routine domestic tasks to maintain the cleanliness of the area (approximately 10-90% dependent on unit, occupancy and shift).

Requirements

• Complete high school education, Manitoba Standards, required.
• Successful completion of both the Health Care Aide and Unit Clerk programs required.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the Employer policy.
• Upon hire, with ongoing training in Compressions to be provided as per Code Blue Policy.
• Basic keyboarding skills (30-50 words per minute) required.
• Medical terminology (75% pass mark) required.
• Demonstrated excellent command of the English language (both oral and written).
• General skills and ability to perform all tasks and responsibilities relevant to the duties of the position.
• Ability to organize and prioritize assigned workload.
• Ability to recognize and pursue self-development opportunities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to respond to a variety of simultaneous demands.
• Ability to follow direction.
• Ability to perform as a team member and seek assistance as necessary.
• General administrative and secretarial skills and ability to perform all tasks and responsibilities relevant to duties of the position.
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills ensuring effective interpersonal and interdepartmental communication.
• Utilize a positive approach to problem-solving in all aspects of job responsibilities.
• Ability to operate information technology equipment as required, e.g., fax, photocopier, computer, etc.
• Must be able to function effectively in a stressful environment with frequent interruptions.
• Position may involve physical activity such as lifting, transferring and transporting patients and equipment.
• Must have a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment.
• Must be able to provide any service charges incurred for security checks.

Nice To Haves

• Previous related work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of clerical tasks and acts as a communication link for the unit.
• Performs a variety of tasks for the care and comfort of patients as well as routine domestic tasks to maintain the cleanliness of the area (approximately 10-90% dependent on unit, occupancy and shift).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED