Nursing Assistant

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA); Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nursing Assistant position at CancerCare Manitoba in Winnipeg supports the Unit Manager by performing clerical tasks and patient-care duties in the outpatient clinic. You will help ensure patient comfort, assist staff, and maintain a clean clinical area with PPE training provided.

The role requires completion of a Nursing Assistant course (Health Care Aide/Health Unit Clerk), basic computer skills, and BCLS certification or ability to obtain it before employment.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a recognized Nursing Assistant Course (Health Care Aide and Health Unit Clerk).
• Basic computer skills.
• Current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) or ability to obtain before employment.
• Ability to perform physical activities such as lifting and transporting patients, samples, and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Support patients and staff with clerical tasks and routine care in the outpatient clinic.
• Maintain care and comfort of patients and ensure a clean clinical environment; PPE training provided.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Problem-solving

Education

Nursing Assistant Course (Health Care Aide and Health Unit Clerk)

Job description

CancerCare Manitoba is a provincial agency which provides clinical and academic services and leadership for cancer control and the treatment of blood disorders. Our shared vision of a world free of cancer drives every member of our team. CancerCare Manitoba is the perfect place to thrive if you're seeking a fulfilling career in an organization that is committed to its employees' well-being and professional development.

Competition #325-26-713505523

Posting End Date: October 2, 2026

City: Winnipeg

Work Location: MacCharles

Department: Outpatient Clinic Services Program

Union: CUPE CS

Hiring Status: Permanent

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

FTE: 1.0

Anticipated Shift: Days

Daily Hours Worked: 7.75

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Hourly Salary: $23.577, $24.271, $24.984, $25.718, $26.477, $27.258,$28.062

Job Summary

Reporting to the Unit Manager, the Nursing Assistant performs a variety of clerical tasks and supportive functions for patient and staff. The incumbent ensures the care and comfort of patients as well as routine cleanliness of the clinical work environment. Personal protective equipment (PPE) and training are provided.

Qualifications

Required

• Successful completion of a recognized Nursing Assistant Course (Completion of Health Care Aide and Health Unit Clerk)
• Basic computer skills
• Current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) or ability to obtain same prior to employment
• Ability to perform physical activities such as lifting and transporting of patients, samples, and equipment to other areas
• Satisfactory employment record
• Must be able to legally work in Canada

Will Be Assessed During The Interview Process

• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, customer service and problem-solving skills
• Excellent English comprehension with both written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to adapt to stressful work situations

Preferred

• Previous experience in ambulatory and/ or inpatient care setting

Asset

• Ability to speak French

This position is subject to a Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search, an Adult Abuse Registry Check and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.

CancerCare Manitoba is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment processes and work environment. If you are contacted by CancerCare Manitoba regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if accommodation measures must be taken to enable you to apply and be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

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