Inpatient Mental Health Aide & Nursing Assistant

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Winkler; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Manitoba is seeking a Health Care Aide to assist with patient care in a mental health setting. The position involves performing basic physical care tasks, working collaboratively with nursing staff, and applying a recovery model approach to enhance patient independence. Ideal candidates will possess a Health Care Aide Certificate and CPR certification, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team. Training in crisis intervention is a plus, fostering a safe and supportive environment for patients.

Qualifications

• Health Care Aide Certificate from a recognized program.
• Willing to complete training in NVCI and ASIST.

Responsibilities

• Attends to basic physical care needs of patients.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living.
• Reports observations to supervising nurse.

Skills

Observation skills

Teamwork

Independent judgment

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Health Care Aide Certificate

CPR certification

Job description

A leading healthcare organization in Manitoba is seeking a Health Care Aide to assist with patient care in a mental health setting. The position involves performing basic physical care tasks, working collaboratively with nursing staff, and applying a recovery model approach to enhance patient independence. Ideal candidates will possess a Health Care Aide Certificate and CPR certification, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team. Training in crisis intervention is a plus, fostering a safe and supportive environment for patients.