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Job Title: Nursing Unit Assistant Work Site: St. Mary´s Hospital, Sechelt, BC Status: Casual (On Call shifts as required) Start Date: As soon as possible Salary: $20.46 per hour Hours: 0800-1500/1445-2145 (On call shifts) Reference#: 017150 & 15206 JOB SUMMARY:Within the context of a client and family centered model of care, and in accordance with the established vision and values of the organization, works in a team based environment and performs clerical/receptionist functions in the support of the delivery of client care. Places client/family needs above all other concerns. The Nursing Unit Assistant performs a variety of clerical duties, transcribes and processes physician´s orders, communicates with other departments and hospitals to coordinate client appointments and transportation, arranges client tests and receives results, receives visitors and answers the telephone, and prioritizes requests. Assembles and maintains client charts, arranges for client admissions and discharges, performs timekeeping functions, compiles statistics, types and distributes a variety of technical and non-technical reports and other materials utilizing computer systems and software relevant to the job, maintains an inventory of stationery supplies, and ensures filing systems are maintained.QUALIFICATIONS:Education & Experience Grade 12, medical terminology and graduation from a recognized Nursing Unit Clerk program plus one year´s recent.Knowledge & AbilitiesAbility to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.Ability to deal with others effectively.Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.Ability to keyboard 45 w.p.m.Knowledge of Medical Terminology.Ability to organize work.Ability to operate related equipment.Ability to utilize a variety of computer software application.The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.Short-listed candidates will be contacted; others will be kept in our database for future consideration.***Employees of VCH who apply to this posting using this site will be considered with other external candidates. Seniority will not apply.***Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.

Job Title: Care Aide - Powell River, BC Work Site: Olive Devaud Residence Status: Casual (on-call) Start Date: A Soon as Possible Salary: $21.94 per hour Hours: varied Reference#: 027143 JOB SUMMARY:Within the context of a resident/client and family centered care model and in accordance with established vision and values of the organization, the Care Aide works under the functional direction of a Registered Nurse or other designate and in cooperation with interdisciplinary team members to assist in the delivery of client care. Following established care plans provides personal care; bathes, grooms, dresses, assists with meals and oral hygiene and performs nursing care duties as applicable. Responds to call bells/alarms. Observes and monitors clients progress, symptoms and behavioural changes and reports significant observations. Utilizes mechanical aides such as specialty beds, wheelchairs and stretchers to transport clients and provides assistance with lifting and/or transferring of clients following established lifting/safety techniques. Maintains a clean and safe environment for clients and staff. Performs other related duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS:Education & Experience Grade 10. Graduation from a recognized Resident Care Attendant program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.Ability to deal with others effectively.Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.Ability to organize work.***Please note: only those applicants living in or willing to relocate to Powell River area will be considered***Powell River is part of mainland British Columbia and is separated from the Lower Sunshine Coast by Jervis Inlet. It is accessible by a combination of highway and ferry service either from Vancouver (141 km/5 hours) or Comox (12 km/1 hours) on Vancouver Island. Bus service to Powell River is available as is commercial air service via the local airport.Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.Short-listed candidates will be contacted; others will be kept in our database for future consideration.***Employees of VCH who apply to this posting using this site will be considered with other external candidates. Seniority will not apply.***Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.