Psychiatry Nursing Unit Assistant - (214904)

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

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Canada seeks a Nursing Unit Clerk to support patient care operations. The role involves clerical duties, communication with medical staff, and maintaining patient records. Candidates should have a Grade 12 education, relevant program completion, and experience in a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education and knowledge of medical terminology required.
• Graduation from a recognized Nursing Unit Clerk program.
• At least one year of recent related experience or equivalent combination.

Responsibilities

• Perform various clerical duties related to patient care operations.
• Transcribe and process physicians' orders and coordinate patient appointments.
• Maintain patient statistics and assist with administrative duties.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to interact effectively with others

Organizational skills

Typing speed of 50 words per minute

Proficiency in various computer software applications

Education

Grade 12 education

Graduation from a recognized Nursing Unit Clerk program

Job description

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a shared responsibility. Continuous improvement of quality and safety is integral to this position.

Reporting to the Manager or designate and under general supervision, this position performs various clerical duties related to the operation of a patient care area. Responsibilities include acting as a communication link by transcribing and processing physicians' orders, liaising with other departments and hospitals, coordinating patient appointments, arranging tests and receiving results, managing visitors, and answering telephones. The role also involves maintaining patient statistics, completing administrative duties related to inpatient and extended leave psychiatric care, utilizing various computer software applications (word processing, spreadsheets, email, and specialized applications), and assembling and maintaining patient charts.

Qualifications: Education, Training, and Experience

Grade 12 education, knowledge of medical terminology, graduation from a recognized Nursing Unit Clerk program, and at least one year of 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 capability to perform duties
• Typing speed of 50 words per minute
• Organizational skills
• Ability to operate related equipment
• Proficiency in various computer software applications

For more details, refer to the full job description: https://jd.viha.ca/JD2912.pdf