Nursing Support Assistant

At Guelph General Hospital, we are committed to our Mission of _providing exemplary and equitable care for and with our community._

Living our values is important here and if you want to join a team that is compassionate, inclusive, respectful, collaborative and inspired, you can see more details about the position currently available below.

**Current Rate of Pay**: Min $22.04 - Max $25.05

**Current Shifts**: 12 hours, Days, evenings and nights, rotating shifts

**Position Summary**:
The Nursing Support Assistant (NSA) role is a member of the interdisciplinary care team at GGH. Working closely with the Nursing and PSW staff, the NSA role provides additional support to patients with special needs who may benefit from a higher level of supervision or who require extra attention to keep them free of risk.

This unregulated care provider provides support by assisting some aspects of patient care which may include meal assistance, mobilization (including turning and positioning), call bell response, close observation, redirection, therapeutic activities, safety checks and documenting as required.

**In this role, you will**:

- Have ongoing opportunities to learn and grow with a generous professional development program via our education assistance fund and in-house development programs
- Have access to a total rewards package which includes competitive pay, health and dental benefits (through GGH or HCP) and the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) where we match your contributions by 126%
- Be a part of an organization committed to the well-being of our workforce
- Support the Guelph Wellington Ontario Health Team’s commitment to anti-racism and anti-oppression through our actions
- Be a part of a team of high performing health care professionals

Guelph is the perfect location for health care professionals seeking to make the most of life’s experiences. From our expansive trails and waterways to internationally recognized arts and cultural events, to diverse restaurants and craft breweries, the Royal City has something for everyone
- It’s one of Ontario's most robust and growing economies
- You will have access to excellent schools which include a university and college
- There are multiple centres of faith reflected in the community

**Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Abilities**:

- High school diploma or equivalence
- Demonstrated knowledge of WHMIS, Emergency Codes and Privacy Legislation
- Completion or willingness to complete the Smart Moves Program and BCLS
- Experience working in a busy hospital environment and with following universal precautions
- Experience in working with older populations, patients with dementia and/or mental health
- Completion or willingness to complete Gentle Persuasive Approaches and Crisis Prevention Management courses
- Demonstrated ability to work and exercise judgement independently, as well as to take direction and work collaboratively within a team in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment
- Physically capable of maneuvering and pushing stretchers with patients
- Demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service when interacting with patients, families, colleagues and physicians
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Suite
- Working knowledge of Meditech an asset

Come and join our team if you are looking for an exciting opportunity where you will be supported and empowered.
- All positions at GGH contribute to ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors. GGH is committed to fostering a safe and healthy work environment which provides equal opportunities to people with disabilities. In pursuit of GGH’s vision of together, a healthier community for everyone, all employees are responsible for practicing the values of being compassionate, inclusive, respectful, collaborative, and inspired to provide the highest quality care and experience for patients and their families._