Health Aide (RCA HCA) Long-Term Care Only - (212923)

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

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Victoria seeks a Health Aide to assist residents with daily living activities. This role emphasizes patient safety and autonomy, requiring effective communication and teamwork skills. Ideal candidates will have a Nursing Assistant background and be registered with the BC Care Aide registry.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized Nursing Assistant Program or equivalent.
• Registration with the BC Care Aide registry is required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Equipment Operation

Physical Ability

Typing

Education

Grade 10 Graduation

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 shared responsibility. The commitment to continuous quality and safety improvement is integral to this role.

Reporting to the Manager and under the supervision and direction of a registered nurse or designate, the Health Aide assists residents/clients with activities of daily living to meet their physical, emotional, psychosocial, and spiritual needs. The role aims to maintain optimal functioning while promoting residents' autonomy and choice.

Qualifications: Education, Training, and Experience

Grade 10 graduation plus completion of a recognized Nursing Assistant Program, such as a Health Aide program, or equivalent. Registration with the BC Care Aide registry is required.

Skills and Abilities

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Proficiency in operating related equipment.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Typing skills.

For more information, see the full job description at https://jd.viha.ca/JD3017.pdf.