Health Aide (RCA HCA) Long-Term Care Only - (213218)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization dedicated to patient and staff safety. As a Health Aide, you will play a crucial role in assisting residents with daily activities, ensuring their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs are met. This position emphasizes promoting autonomy and choice among residents while working under the guidance of registered nurses. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others and thrive in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Effective Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Equipment Operation

Physical Capability

Typing

Education

Grade 10

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 requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Position Overview

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. The role aims to 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 effectively with others.
• Operate related equipment.
• Physically capable of carrying out the duties of the position.
• Ability to type.

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