Health Aide (RCA HCA) Long-Term Care Only

Island Health; Cumberland; Sur place; CAD 36 000 - 51 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Island Health in Cumberland, BC is hiring a Health Aide (RCA HCA) for casual long-term care assignments. Under the supervision of a registered nurse, you assist residents with daily living activities and support physical, emotional, psychosocial and spiritual needs to maintain autonomy.

Qualifications include Grade 10 plus graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant program and registration with the BC Care Aide registry. Strong communication, teamwork and physical ability are required.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 plus graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant program.
• Registered with the BC Care Aide registry.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and speaking.

Responsabilités

• Assist residents with activities of daily living to meet physical and emotional needs.
• Support residents' autonomy and choice while maintaining safety.
• Report to the manager and supervising nurse as required.

Connaissances

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Equipment operation

Physical fitness

Formation

Grade 10 plus Nursing Assistant program or equivalent

Description du poste

Health Aide (RCA HCA) Long-Term Care Only - (238123)

Cumberland Health Centre/Dialysis/Lodge (CHC) - Cumberland, BC V0R 1S0 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Cumberland Lodge

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

As Required

Days Off

As required

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$31.64 - $31.64

Paid FTE

N/A

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

N/A

Planned Start Date

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Yes

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), 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 and under the supervision and direction of the registered nurse or designate, the Health Aide assists the resident /client in activities of daily living to meet physical, emotional, psychosocial and spiritual needs and maintain optimal functioning while promoting residents' autonomy and choice.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 10 plus graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant Program such as a Health Aide program or equivalent. Registered with the BC Care Aide registry.

Skills And Abilities

• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Deal with others effectively.
• Operate related equipment.
• Physically able to carry out the duties of the position.