Location: Eastern Zone, St. Martha’s Regional Hospital
Company: NSHA
Department: OPEZ Progressive Care Unit SMRH
Type of Employment: Hourly FT long-assignment (100% FTE) x 3 position(s)
Union Status: CUPE
Posting Closing Date: 4-May-21
Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM on the Closing Date.
Nova Scotia Health Authority is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia. We are over 22,000 employees who provide health care and support services in hospitals, health centres and community-based programs throughout Nova Scotia.
Nova Scotia Health Authority provides health services to Nova Scotians and some specialized services to Maritimers and Atlantic Canadians. We operate hospitals, health centres and community-based programs across the province. Our team of health professionals includes employees, doctors, researchers, learners and volunteers that provide the health care or services you may need. This is accomplished across four geographic management zones which are responsible for the operation of acute care health centres and the provision of a variety of inpatient, outpatient services including academic, tertiary, quaternary care and community based programs and services including continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Health Services Manager and working under the supervision or direction of regulated health professionals, the Care Team Assistant (CTA), provides direct, hands-on care based on the needs of the patient and program/or unit. As a member of the collaborative care team, the CTA is responsible for supporting patients’ activities of daily living (AOL) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADL). The CTA also reinforces patient and family teaching according to established guidelines and the plan of care.
Qualifications
Graduate of Continuing Care Assistant program
Certified or eligible to be certified for Continuing Care Certification with Dept of Health and Wellness
If not currently certified, must obtain within one year of hire
Current BLS-C (HCP) certification
Experience in care of the medical/surgical and geriatric/rehabilitation patient an asset
Completion of an Alzheimer’s or Dementia Course
Current certification in CPI and Back Care program (or willingness to obtain)
Commitment to excellent patient care
Adaptable to change and flexible to accommodate the expectation of the position
Ability to take direction and accept accountability for actions taken
Ability to work in a self-directed environment and also effectively within an interdisciplinary team
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Excellent organizational and prioritizing skills
Physical ability to perform duties of the position
Commitment to maintain and protect patient, client, and personal safety on an ongoing basis
Commitment to confidentiality and privacy of NSH patients and clients
Annually access the training and education on patient, client and personal safety made available by Nova Scotia Health
The successful applicant will have a commitment to the mission and values of Nova Scotia Health
The successful applicant will have a commitment to the mission and values of St. Martha’s Regional Hospital
Competencies in other languages an asset; French preferred
Hours of Work
Full Time, Long Assignment; 75 hours bi-weekly x 3 positions
Commencing as soon as possible; approximate one year assignments
Shifts may include days, nights, weekends and holidays
Salary Information
$18.6678 – $20.1919 hourly
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Typically interviews are held within three to four weeks of the closing date.
Successful external applicants will be required to submit the below documents and assume any associated costs as a condition of employment. Additional documentation such as banking & proof of identity will be included in your offer letter.
Criminal Record Check
Proof of education & training certifications
Proof of any additional required qualification
Valid registration with the relevant licensing body
Submission of immunization record along with health assessment documentation
Proof of SIN number
Hiring Process will depend on the timeliness of delivering the above. This is a Healthcare bargaining unit – CUPE position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Nova Scotia Health Authority is proud to provide a smoke free and scent free environment. Only online applications are accepted.
Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. Our priority groups are Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians, Persons with Disabilities and Recent Immigrants. Members of these groups are welcome to apply and self-identify if they wish to be considered under our Employment Equity policy.
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