Care Team Assistant - Cardiovascular Unit

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Req ID: 119627

Location: Western Zone, Yarmouth Regional Hospital

Company: NSHA

Department: OPWZ 3 Cardiovascular Unit

Type of Employment: Hourly FT long-assignment (100% FTE) x 4 position(s)

Union Status: CUPE

Posting Closing Date: 4-Oct-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.

The duties of the Care Team Assistant will be carried out in accordance with the principles and practices that guide Nova Scotia Health.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Continuing Care Assistant program
• Certified, or eligible to be certified, for Continuing Care Certification with the Department of Health and Wellness
• If not currently certified, must obtain within 1 year of hire
• Current BLS certification
• Current First Aid certification
• Demonstrated ability to take direction and accept accountability for actions taken
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
• Demonstrated commitment to excellent patient care
• Ability to organize and prioritize patient care
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to interact positively with patients/residents, families and other health care providers/staff while demonstrating sensitivity, empathy and warmth
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
  

Please Note: Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must clearly state such equivalencies in their cover letter, resume, or application. Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.

Hours of Work

Four (4) long assignment, full-time positions; 75 hours biweekly

Beginning as soon as possible, for approximately one (1) year

Dates are approximate and are subject to change

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.