Nursing Assistant - Toronto, ON, Canada - Winnipeg Regional Health Authority

Description

Employer:
Shared Health


Site:
SH-HSC Women's Hospital

Department / Unit:
WN- Antepartum, Gyne, Gyne-Oncology

Anticipated Start Date:

ASAP

Anticipated Shift:
Days;Nights;Weekends

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.
Working as part of a multidisciplinary team under the supervision of the Manager of Patient Care or Nurse in Charge, the incumbent:
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).

Previous related work experience preferred.

Successful completion of a Nursing Assistant program or equivalent (both the Health Care Aide and Unit Clerk programs) required.

Medical terminology (75% pass mark) required.

Preference will be given to those applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs, traditions and values.

Information and/or training will be provided within the probation period for the following:

Personal Health Information Act (PHIA), Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS) and Principles of Routine Practices (Universal Precautions).
Regional, site and unit policies and procedures.
Roles and responsibilities of members of the health care team.
Excellent command of the English language (both oral and written).

General administrative and secretarial skills and ability to perform all tasks and responsibilities relevant to duties of the position.

Ability to operate information technology equipment as required, e.g. fax, photocopier, computer, etc.
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.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.
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