Psychiatry Nursing Unit Assistant

2 weeks ago

Nanaimo Regional General Hospital NRGH Nanaimo BC VS B CA Primary Island Health Full time $45,000 - $65,000 per year
Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Manager or designate and under general supervision, positions at this level perform a variety of clerical duties related to the operation of a patient care area. This includes duties such as acting as a communication link for the Unit by transcribing and processing physicians' orders, communicating with other departments and hospitals, coordinating patient appointments, arranging patient tests and receiving results, receiving and directing visitors and telephone answering. Maintains patient statistics and completes assigned administrative regulatory and statutory duties related to inpatient and extended leave psychiatric care. Utilizes a variety of computer software applications including word processing, spreadsheet, email, and computerized applications. Assembles and maintains patient charts.


QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience

Grade 12, medical terminology and graduation from a recognized Nursing Unit Clerk program plus one year's recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.


Skills And Abilities
  • 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 keyboard at 50 wpm.
  • Ability to organize work.
  • Ability to operate related equipment.
  • Ability to utilize a variety of computer software applications.


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