Nursing Assistant

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA); Winnipeg; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading health authority in Winnipeg is seeking a dynamic Nursing Assistant to join their Intermediate ICU unit. This role involves providing patient care, performing clerical tasks, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality healthcare services. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma, have completed a Nursing Assistant program, and demonstrate excellent communication skills. The position offers varied shifts and a supportive work environment focused on improving community health.

Qualifications

• Previous related work experience preferred.
• Must be competent in Indigenous language and/or knowledge of Indigenous customs.
• Training will be provided during probation.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical tasks and communicate effectively within the unit.
• Care for patients and maintain cleanliness of the area.

Skills

Basic keyboarding skills

Effective verbal communication skills

Excellent command of the English language

Ability to organize and prioritize

Ability to perform as a team member

Education

Complete high school education

Successful completion of a Nursing Assistant program

Medical terminology (75% pass mark)

Job description

Requisition ID: 374691

Position Number: 20072529

Posting End Date: Open Until Filled

City: Winnipeg

Employer: Shared Health

Site: Health Sciences Centre

Department / Unit: Intermediate ICU

Job Stream: Clinical Support

Union: CUPE

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

FTE: 1.00

Anticipated Shift: Days;Nights;Weekends

Work Arrangement: In Person

Daily Hours Worked: 12.25

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Salary: $22.440, $23.114, $23.806, $24.519, $25.256, $26.014, $26.795

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.

Position Overview

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.
• 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).
  
  

Experience

• Previous related work experience preferred.
  
  

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Complete high school education, Manitoba standards, required.
• 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.
  
  

Certification/Licensure/Registration

Not Applicable

Qualifications And Skills

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

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to function effectively in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.
• Position may involve physical activity such as lifting, transferring and transporting patients and equipment.
  
  

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. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start 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 1.0 FTE.

Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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