Health Aide (RCA HCA) Long-Term Care Only - (214933)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Island Health is seeking a Health Aide in Victoria to support residents in daily activities. This role emphasizes patient safety and quality improvement while requiring specific qualifications, including a Nursing Assistant Program completion. The position also fosters resident autonomy and choice.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 required plus Nursing Assistant Program.
• Must be registered with the BC Care Aide registry.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents/clients with daily living activities.
• Promote residents' autonomy and maintain optimal functioning.
• Report to the Manager and assist registered nurse.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Equipment operation

Physical fitness

Typing ability

Education

Grade 10

Graduation from recognized Nursing Assistant Program

Registered with the BC Care Aide registry

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