Patient Services Aide

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

Job summary

Island Health seeks a Nursing Assistant to enhance patient care by providing various support services. This role requires effective communication skills, physical abilities, and adherence to safety regulations as part of a dedicated health care team. Ideal candidates will possess relevant qualifications and a commitment to quality care.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 plus graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant Program.
• Registered with the BC Care Aide registry.

Responsibilities

• Providing support services to patients and the health care team.
• Enhancing quality of client-centered care under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

Skills

Effective Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Physical Ability

Organizational Skills

Equipment Operation

Keyboarding

Education

Grade 10

Graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant Program

Registered with the BC Care Aide registry

Job description

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority(Island Health), patient & staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, and assisting an interdisciplinary health care team, this position enhances the quality of client-centered care by providing a variety of support services to the team and to patients.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience

Grade 10 plus graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant Program such as a Health Aide program or equivalent. Registered with the BC Care Aide registry.

Skills And Abilities

• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Organize work.
• Operate related equipment.
• Ability to keyboard 30 wpm.
  
  

Link To Full Job Description

https://jd.viha.ca/JD1361.pdf