Team Aide - Float Pool - Jobs in Antigonish, NS

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Req ID: 119748Company: Nova Scotia HealthLocation: Eastern Zone, St. Marthas Regional HospitalDepartment: OPEZ Float Pool SMRHType of Employment: Temporary Hourly FT long-assignment (*100% FTE) x *1 position(s)Status: Healthcare* CUPE position*Posting Closing Date: 10-Jan-22REPOST - Previously applied applicants are not required to reapply to be consideredNova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators and creative thinkers today.Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe theres a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with an Nova Scotia Health role means youll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.ResponsibilitiesThis role supports the work of nursing staff (RN & LPN) by assisting in the completion of selected tasks as delegated by the nurse to the team aide. The team aide will be assigned to assist registered nurses and licensed practical nurses and work as part of a health care team, to meet the needs of patients and support efficient unit operations.Qualifications

• Graduate of a continuing care certificate course from NSCC or equivalent
• 2 years continuous experience required, preferably in a health care facility
• Successful completion of the provincial CCA exam or equivalent
• Current CPR certification (or willingness to obtain) and Back Care program (or willingness to obtain)
• Current certification in CPI (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
• Good work and attendance record
• Experience in care of the medical/surgical and geriatric/rehabilitation patient an asset
• Commitment to maintain and protect patient, client, and personal safety on an ongoing basis
• Commitment to confidentiality and privacy of NSHA patients and clients
• Annually access the training and education on patient, client and personal safety made available by NSHA
• The successful applicant will have a commitment to the mission and values of the Nova Scotia Health Authority
• The successful applicant will have a commitment to the mission and values of St. Martha’s Regional Hospital

*Successful Applicants are required to provide a criminal record check (including Vulnerable Sector Search) to People Services before starting employment and assume any associated costs as a condition of employmentPLEASE 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*Long assignment, full-time position, 75 hrs bi-weeklyBeginning as soon as possible with an expected end date of Dec 31, 2022 (Approximately 12 months)

• Dates are subject to change

Salary Information$18.67 - $20.20 hourly hourlyOnce Youve AppliedThank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Some opportunities may be eligible for our Employee Referral Program. If a Nova Scotia Health employee refers a candidate who is not working for the organization and the candidate is hired, the employee who made the referral may be eligible to earn up to $1000. For more details and instructions, please visit please visit Recruitment - IncentivesThis is a Healthcare bargaining unit - CUPE position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.As per the COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Protocol in High-Risk Settings, Nova Scotia Health requires all team members to be fully vaccinated by November 30th, 2021.Nova Scotia Health 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 Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians, People of Colour, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ and Immigrants. Members of these groups are welcome to apply and self-identify if they wish to be considered under our Employment Equity policy.*Follow Us!*https://www.facebook.com/NovaScotiaHealthAuthority/https://www.instagram.com/novascotiahealthauthorityhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/nsha/https://twitter.com/healthnsJob Type: Full-timeQuick Apply

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