Already a Manitoba health-care employee? If you are a current Manitoba health-care employee looking for new opportunities, please click on the button below. Department / Unit: Hemodialysis (Renal Program) Clinical Support Anticipated Shift: Days The Unit Assistant acts as a member of the health care team, assisting with patient care and providing basic supportive care as directed. The Unit Assistant demonstrates a commitment to the vision, values, goals, and objectives of the region/facility/unit. Health Care Aide Certificate from a recognized educational institute Ward Clerk certification from a recognized educational institute Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Training as delineated in Prairie Mountain Health Policy PPG-00002 CPR Training Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint), as well as Internet applications and other Information Technology Demonstrated flexibility to facilitate changes in techniques and procedures in a changing environment Maintains confidentiality in accordance with the Personal Health Information Act (PHIA), Freedom of Information and Privacy Protection Act (FIPPA), RHA policies and any other applicable legislation Adheres to all policies and procedures Receives and relays telephone, P.
A. (public announcement) and other messages for physicians, ward personnel and patients as necessary Assembles, checks and returns charts to Health Records upon discharge or death of patient Provides administrative support, general correspondence and filing Accuracy, efficiency, timeliness, and diligence are displayed in the accomplishment of all assigned duties with a minimum of direct supervision Orders and stocks supply for the unit,



and obtains quotes as assigned by the manager Maintains revisions to policies and procedures and ensures they are placed in the appropriate manuals Maintains unit ledgers/records and compiles statistical monthly reports Faxes telephone consult forms to appropriate agencies (i.e.: echograms, CT scans, angiograms, etc.) Ensures appropriate ward kitchen inventory Maintains a clean, sanitary and organized workplace for patients/ residents/ clients Serves meals / hands out meal trays following meal service where applicable Provides a neat and clean environment for all patients/residents maintain to code of cleanliness and sanitation as outlined in the infection Control Procedures General cleaning and tidying of the patient/ resident care areas Ensures personal care, comfort and dignity of patient/resident Provides basic personal care to patients/clients in a prompt efficient manner while treating each patient/resident with respect Uses techniques that enable the patient/resident to utilize their maximum ability while making personal choices Ensures personal comfort and care of patient/residents during completion of activities of daily living Meets basic human needs related to elimination, hygiene, mobility, nutrition, recreation, rest, safety, social and spiritual needs Washes hair, skin, nail, oral, ear and perineal, back massage and care to pressure areas, as well as, colostomy and ileostomy care Assists with bowel and bladder care routines,



preserving each patient/resident abilities and dignity Assist with dressing and undressing, promoting the patient/resident individuality, dignity and freedom of choice Assists each patient/resident meets the dietary requirements by feeding, utilizing special devices, monitoring and encouraging food and fluid intake and assessing feeding and swallowing disorders related to a medical diagnosis Guides patient/resident to participate in activities which are meaningful, purposeful and therapeutic within their abilities and desires Maintains a clean, sanitary and organized environment for patients/ residents/ client’s activity Promotes safety and health in the workplace Positions, turns and transfers patients/ residents using proper body mechanics that provide for safety of both patients/ elders and self Operates mechanical equipment according to established safety standards Knowledgeable in facility fire, safety and disaster plans as well as policies and procedures related to security and patient/resident care Reports incidents that result in injury to patients/residents, staff, visitors or self and reports unsafe acts and workplace hazards Cooperates with the Workplace Safety and Health Committee and others on safety and health issues Maintains adequate inventory of personal care items on the ward and patient rooms Restocks hygiene supplies as per schedule Replenishes supplies in patient/ resident care areas Adheres to the cleaning schedule which includes assistive mobility aids, tub room, utility rooms patient/resident personal care items Distributes personal laundry where applicable Assists with mobilization and provision of rehabilitative support for patients/residents based on their individu

📌 Unit Secretary, Medical Nursing (Swan River)
🏢 Prairie Mountain Health
📍 Swan River