Winnipeg Regional Health Authority·Winnipeg, Manitoba
The Nursing Assistant performs clerical tasks and supportive functions to ensure patient care and comfort. They are also responsible for maintaining the routine cleanliness of the clinical work environment.
CancerCare Manitoba is a provincial agency which provides clinical and academic services and leadership for cancer control and the treatment of blood disorders. Our shared vision of a world free of cancer drives every member of our team. CancerCare Manitoba is the perfect place to thrive if you're seeking a fulfilling career in an organization that is committed to its employees' well-being and professional development. Competition #303-26-713505516 Posting End Date: September 1, 2026 City: Winnipeg Work Location: MacCharles Department: Outpatient Clinic Services Program Union: CUPE CS Hiring Status: Temporary Reason for Term: Other Leave Anticipated Start and End Dates: ASAP - August 3, 2027 FTE: 1.0 Anticipated Shift: Days Daily Hours Worked: 7.75 Annual Base Hours: 2015 Hourly Salary: $23.577, $24.271, $24.984, $25.718, $26.477, $27.258,$28.062 Job Summary:
Reporting to the Unit Manager, the Nursing Assistant performs a variety of clerical tasks and supportive functions for patient and staff. The incumbent ensures the care and comfort of patients as well as routine cleanliness of the clinical work environment. Personal protective equipment (PPE) and training are provided.
Successful completion of a recognized Nursing Assistant Course (Completion of Health Care Aide and Health Unit Clerk) Basic computer skills Current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) or ability to obtain same prior to employment Ability to perform physical activities such as lifting and transporting of patients, samples, and equipment to other areas Satisfactory employment record Must be able to legally work in Canada
Ability to work both independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team Excellent interpersonal, organizational, customer service and problem-solving skills Excellent English comprehension with both written and verbal communication skills Ability to adapt to stressful work situations
Preferred: Previous experience in ambulatory and/ or inpatient care setting
Asset: Ability to speak French
Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed and current resume, plus a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the above qualifications and the above competition number.
This position is subject to a Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search, an Adult Abuse Registry Check and a Child Abuse Registry Check.
The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.
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Please contact CCMBAskHR@cancercare.mb.ca We thank all that apply and advise that only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Candidates must have completed a recognized Nursing Assistant course, including Health Care Aide and Health Unit Clerk training. Additionally, applicants must hold current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification and possess the physical ability to lift and transport patients and equipment.
Market context
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