Health Aide (RCA HCA) Long-Term Care Only

Island Health; Port Alberni; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in health care is seeking a compassionate Health Aide to join their team. This entry-level role focuses on assisting residents with daily living activities, ensuring their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs are met. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and be physically capable of performing various duties. This full-time position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents while working in a supportive environment that prioritizes safety and quality care.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 10 and a recognized Nursing Assistant Program.
• Registration with the BC Care Aide registry is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents/clients in daily living activities.
• Promote residents' autonomy and choice.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to deal effectively with others

Operate related equipment

Physically capable of performing duties

Typing ability

Education

Grade 10 plus graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant Program

Registered with the BC Care Aide registry

Job description

Health Aide (RCA HCA) Long-Term Care Only

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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 shared responsibility. Continuously improving 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 residents/clients in activities of daily living to meet physical, emotional, psychosocial, and spiritual needs, maintaining optimal functioning while promoting residents' autonomy and choice.

Qualifications:

• 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:

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to deal effectively with others.
• Operate related equipment.
• Physically capable of performing duties.
• Typing ability.

Link to Full Job Description

https://jd.viha.ca/JD3017.pdf

Additional Information

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

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