Care Team Assistant - Jobs in Kentville, NS

Job Description

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.ResponsibilitiesReporting to the Manager of Hospice and Palliative Care Services, the Care Team Assistant (CTA) works under the direction and supervision of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and/or Registered Nurse (RN) to perform direct and indirect patient care tasks and support functions. Those assigned tasks and functions support the role of the professional staff and the efficient operation of the unit and are delivered in a safe manner. Assigned roles and responsibilities will be within the care delivery model and based on the needs of the patient population, the health care system, and the RNs and LPNs with whom the CTA works.The CTA ensures that the principles and practices that guide our work such as the mission, vision, values, expected behaviours, the leadership philosophy, organizational health, population health, ethics, safety, quality, partnerships, and interprofessional collaboration are integrated within the services they provide and through the messages they deliver.Qualifications

• Graduate of a Continuing Care Assistant program or equivalent as defined by the employer
• Certified or eligible to be certified for the 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
• Education/training and/or experience in palliative care an asset
• Education/training in geriatric and dementia care an asset
• Education/training in dealing with patients with challenging behaviours an asset
• Equipment specific education:
• Patient lifts (standing/floor/ceiling)
• Bathing units (whirlpool tubs, showers)
• Other equipment as required

• Effective communication skills – written and verbal
• Ability to work well in a team environment with demonstrated conflict resolution skills
• Knowledge and understanding of professional relationships
• Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks
• Knowledge of infection control practices, including use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and WHMIS
• Knowledge of Adverse Event Reporting
• Computer skills
• Exemplary work history as demonstrated in current and past employment
• Knowledge and safe practice of good body mechanics and patient transfers
• 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

• Full Time, Long Assignment; 75 hours bi-weekly
• Commencing as soon as possible; ending November 20, 2022
• Dates are approximate and subject to change

Salary Information$18.67 - $20.19 hourlyOnce Youve AppliedThank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.This 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 Types: Full-time, Temporary, ContractWork Location: Multiple LocationsQuick Apply

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