Job Description

Job Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Unit Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide clerical, administrative and receptionist support to the nursing unit. Scheduling, managing admissions/discharges and transfers of residents on convergence. Assist with care conference scheduling, taking notes and follow up for care conferences.

Duties and Responsibilities

Reception

Maintain a neat and organized work area

Prompt, courteous and confidential telephone communication, and when dealing with resident and staff information

Direct all resident and family concerns to the nurse

Charts, records and worksheets

Prepares and sends out requisitions as needed and maintains accurate records

File residents clinical records

Assembles residents clinical records for admissions, discharges and transfers

Administrative

File reports and consults as needed

Assist in maintaining manuals in accurate and up to date manner

Maintain staff scheduling and schedule replacements for call ins and leaves

Accurately record all changes to schedule

Ensure assignment sheets are complete and ready for staff

Accurately maintain admissions, discharges and transfers on convergence

Prepare documents for medical appointments and transfers as directed by the nurse

Prepare and submit quarterly and annual MDS assessments

Update resident data base as needed

Admissions

Ensure simultaneous flow with the move in process

Explain homes move in policies

Coordinates move in and discharge process including CPAS, families, and other care facilities, internal departments, paperwork and move in packages

Resident Support and Care

Assist with feeding residents if time permits when there is need, depending on demands of tasks at hand

Move and arrange residents files in relation to in house transfers

Education and Training

Participate in orientation of new staff

Participate in staff meetings as indicated

Attend educational sessions as appropriate and approved by DOC

General

Acknowledge and support the mission and Values of MNH

Follow safe work practices and report incidences as per MNH policy

Report unsafe conditions or maintenance concerns

Adhere to MNH policy and procedure manuals including emergency procedures

Preform other duties as assigned by the Charge Nurse, Resident Care Coordinator, or DOC

Experience

2 years' experience in an office environment is desirable Experience with scheduling desirable Strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with staff, clients and their families. A caring attitude and a commitment to providing high-quality support.
Join us in making a difference in the lives of those we serve by providing compassionate care as a Unit Assistant. Your dedication can help enhance the quality of life for our clients while fostering an environment of respect and dignity.

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $20.78-$22.24 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Vision care
Education:

Secondary School (preferred)
Work Location: In person