Nova Scotia Health Authority
About the Opportunity
Reporting to the Health Services Manager and working under the direction of the Charge Nurse and Staff Nurse, the Patient Attendant is responsible for supporting patient care activities in their work area including: patient care; assisting in the movement and transportation of patients; cleaning equipment and work areas; maintaining equipment and handling of sterile items.
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
- Grade XII
- Current certification in CPR
- Current certification in WHIMIS
- Previous Patient Attendant experience an asset
- Previous experience working in OR environment is preferable
- Previous experience with SAP ordering
- Must be able to respond quickly to unexpected situations and work effectively in emergency situations
- Ability to lift and move patients using proper body mechanics and/or lifting devices
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Must have highly developed interpersonal skills
- Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.
Hours
- Permanent, Full-Time (%) position; 75 hours bi-weekly
Compensation and Incentives
$20.13 – $21.69 Hourly
Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
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