Health Aide (RCA HCA) Long-Term Care Only

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

Job summary

A regional health authority is seeking a Health Aide in Parksville, Canada. This full-time, entry-level role involves assisting residents with daily living activities to ensure their physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs are met. Ideal candidates will have completed a recognized Nursing Assistant Program and possess effective communication skills. The position emphasizes promoting residents' autonomy and choice, with duties performed under supervision.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 plus completion of a recognized Nursing Assistant Program.
• Registration with the BC Care Aide registry required.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities.
• Support physical and emotional well-being.
• Promote residents' autonomy and choice.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Equipment operation

Physically capable

Typing ability

Education

Graduation from recognized Nursing Assistant Program

Registered with the BC Care Aide registry

Job description

Overview

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.
• Ability to type.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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