Health Aide (RCA HCA) Long-Term Care Only - (215696)

Island Health; Port Hardy; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider on Vancouver Island is seeking a dedicated Health Aide to assist residents with daily living activities. This role revolves around promoting residents' autonomy while ensuring their physical and emotional needs are met in a safe, supportive environment. Ideal candidates will have completed a recognized Nursing Assistant program and possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Education requirements include Grade 10 and Nursing Assistant Program.
• Registered with the BC Care Aide registry.
• Ability to perform physical duties is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents/clients in daily living activities.
• Promote autonomy and choice among residents.
• Support physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Equipment operation

Physical capability

Typing

Education

Grade 10

Graduation from recognized 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