Renal Assistant - Renal Dialysis

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Req ID: 118108

Location: Western Zone, Valley Regional Hospital

Company: NSHA

Department: REN Dialysis VRH

Type of Employment: Hourly FT short-assignment (100% FTE) x 1 position(s)

Union Status: CUPE

Posting Closing Date: 2-Sep-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

The Renal Aide (Ward Aide) assists nursing staff in their care of patients and family. They work cooperatively and effectively with all members of the nursing team maintaining good communication. Reporting to the Unit Manager or delegate the Renal Aide completes their assignment under the direction of nursing staff. Other job related duties.

Qualifications

• Grade 12
• Ability to work in busy area and to adapt to frequent interruption in activities
• Tactfulness and diplomacy in dealing with patients, visitors and co-workers
• Maintains confidential information
• Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position (bending, walking, lifting, etc.)
• Good attendance and work record
• 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. Additionally, candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.

Hours of Work

Short Assignment, Full-Time position; 75 hours bi-weekly

Beginning September 3, 2021 and ending January 31, 2022

Dates are approximate and subject to change

Salary Information

$20.0924 - $21.9131 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.