Nursing Unit Assistant, Long-Term Care - (213713)

Island Health; Port McNeill; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Nursing Unit Clerk to join their team. In this vital role, you will ensure smooth operations within a resident care area by performing various clerical duties. Your responsibilities will include transcribing physicians' orders, coordinating resident appointments, and maintaining resident charts. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a knack for organization, and proficiency in computer applications. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to patient care and safety in a supportive environment dedicated to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education and knowledge of medical terminology required.
• Graduation from a recognized Nursing Unit Clerk program is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical duties related to the operation of a resident care area.
• Act as a communication link for the Unit by processing physicians' orders.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to interact effectively with others

Keyboarding speed of at least 50 words per minute

Organizational skills

Proficiency with various computer software applications

Education

Grade 12 education

Graduation from a recognized Nursing Unit Clerk program

One year's recent related experience

Job description

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety is a priority and a shared responsibility. Continuous improvement in quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Manager, Resident Care or designate, and under general supervision, this position performs a variety of clerical duties related to the operation of a resident care area. Responsibilities include acting as a communication link for the Unit by transcribing and processing physicians' orders, communicating with other departments and hospitals, coordinating resident appointments, arranging resident tests and receiving results, receiving and directing visitors, and answering telephones. The role also involves assembling and maintaining resident charts, performing keyboarding and data entry, and adhering to organizational policies, procedures, standards, and governing regulations and legislation.

Qualifications: Education, Training, and Experience

Grade 12 education, knowledge of medical terminology, and graduation from a recognized Nursing Unit Clerk program, plus one year's recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with others.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Keyboarding speed of at least 50 words per minute.
• Organizational skills.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Proficiency with various computer software applications.

For more details, visit this link.