Nursing Unit Assistant, Long-Term Care - (216711)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Island Health is seeking a Nursing Unit Clerk dedicated to patient and staff safety, performing key clerical duties in a resident care area. This role is vital for ensuring effective communication within the unit, coordinating appointments and tests, and maintaining accurate records. Candidates should possess Grade 12 education, knowledge of medical terminology, and relevant experience or training. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• One year's recent related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs clerical duties related to resident care operations.
• Acts as a communication link by processing orders and coordinating appointments.
• Maintains resident charts and performs data entry.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to interact effectively with others

Keyboarding speed of at least 50 words per minute

Organizational skills

Ability to operate related equipment

Proficiency in various computer software applications

Education

Grade 12 education

Graduation from a recognized Nursing Unit Clerk program

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 of quality and safety is inherent in this position.

Reporting to the Manager, Resident Care or designate, and under general supervision, this position performs 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 tests and receiving results, receiving and directing visitors, and answering telephones. The role also involves assembling and maintaining resident charts, keyboarding, and data entry. All duties are performed in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, standards, and relevant 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 communication skills, both verbal and written.
• 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 in various computer software applications.

For more details, see the full job description: https://jd.viha.ca/JD2758.pdf