Obstetric Assistant Women's Services / Per Diem

Description

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Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

EDUCATION : High school diploma or equivalent.

CERTIFICATION / LICENSES : BLS certification required.

SKILLS :  Completion of competency based skills checklist.

EXPERIENCE : One year Nursing Assistant experience preferred and / or completion of Nursing Assistant course within one year. Two years hospital experience preferred.

NATURE OF SUPERVISION :

• Responsible to : Manager, Women’s Services

ENVIRONMENT :

Works irregular hours. Multiple simultaneous activities around patient care. Exposure to infectious diseases and x-rays. Subject to varying unpredictable situations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : Must be able to handle emergency / crisis situations. Prolonged, extensive or considerable standing / walking. Has knowledge of and uses good body mechanics. Occasionally lifts, positions, pushes and / or transfers patients or equipment. Hearing and visual acuity within normal limits. Manual dexterity and fine motor coordination required.