Continuing Care Assistant - (216373)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Island Health seeks a Nursing Assistant committed to providing compassionate care to patients in a nursing setting. The role involves performing nursing procedures, assisting in therapeutic programs, and maintaining patient records. Ideal candidates will have graduated from a recognized Nursing Assistant program and hold registration with the BC Care Aide Registry.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 plus nursing assistant program or equivalent experience.
• Registration with the BC Care Aide Registry is required.

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care to assigned residents and patients.
• Performs nursing procedures like taking vitals.
• Assists in recreational and therapy programs.
• Maintains patient charts.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability

Organizational skills

Equipment operation

Education

Graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant Program

Registered with the BC Care Aide Registry

Job description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; 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 the general supervision of the Charge Nurse, provides nursing care to assigned residents and patients. Performs nursing procedures such as taking temperature, pulse and respiration in addition to patient care duties relating to feeding, personal hygiene, and transporting of patients. Assists in the various programmes for social, recreational, diversional, and physical therapy and performs clerical duties such as assembling and maintaining patient charts.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience

Grade 10 plus graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant Program or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Registered with the BC Care Aide Registry.

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 organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.

https://jd.viha.ca/JD450.pdf