Health Aide (RCA HCA) Long-Term Care Only - (215695)

Island Health; Port Hardy; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Island Health is seeking a Health Aide in Port Hardy. In this role, you will assist residents in daily activities while ensuring their emotional and physical needs are met. This position requires completion of a recognized Nursing Assistant Program and effective communication skills to provide quality care.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 plus recognized Nursing Assistant Program required.
• Registered with BC Care Aide registry.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills necessary.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communicate effectively

Deal with others effectively

Operate related equipment

Physically able

Ability to type

Education

Grade 10 plus graduation from a 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