Renal Assistant - Renal Dialysis
Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health•Glace Bay, NS
•CA$24 - CA$28•Onsite
About The Position
Reporting to the Renal Program Manager and working under the direction of a Registered Nurse or delegate, the Renal Assistant is responsible for assisting nursing staff with set up and dismantling of dialysis machines and equipment to facilitate efficient operation of the hemodialysis unit and acute dialysis in the Intensive Care Unit, ordering stock and special supplies to adequately stock the unit and assisting with patient care activities such as transfers, lifts and weighing patients.
Requirements
- Grade XII or Equivalent
- Technical aptitude and mechanical inclination
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
- WHMIS practices for acute care setting
- Knowledge of Infection Control procedures
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in dialysis and clinical/acute care setting an asset
- Experience in a computerized environment preferred
- Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Responsibilities
- Assisting nursing staff with set up and dismantling of dialysis machines and equipment to facilitate efficient operation of the hemodialysis unit and acute dialysis in the Intensive Care Unit
- Ordering stock and special supplies to adequately stock the unit
- Assisting with patient care activities such as transfers, lifts and weighing patients
Benefits
- health
- dental
- travel
- long-term disability
- life insurance coverage
- defined benefit pension plan
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
Upload and Match Resume
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
