Health Aide (RCA HCA) Long-Term Care Only - (212393)

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

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a compassionate Health Aide to support residents in their daily activities. This role emphasizes patient safety and quality care, ensuring that residents' physical, emotional, and spiritual needs are met. As a Health Aide, you will work closely with registered nurses to enhance the quality of life for residents while promoting their independence. If you are dedicated to making a positive impact in the healthcare field and have a passion for helping others, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the well-being of the community.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities.
• Promote residents' autonomy and choice.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Equipment operation

Physical capability

Typing ability

Education

Grade 10 education

Nursing Assistant Program

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.
• Ability to type.

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