Health Aide (RCA HCA) Long-Term Care Only - (220909)

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

Job summary

A healthcare provider on Vancouver Island is seeking a Health Aide to assist residents in their daily living activities while promoting autonomy and choice. The ideal candidate must have completed a recognized Nursing Assistant Program and possess strong communication and interpersonal skills. This role is crucial for maintaining quality care and safety standards within the facility.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents/clients in activities of daily living.
• Promote residents' autonomy and choice.
• Collaborate with the registered nurse in resident care.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Equipment operation

Physical ability

Typing skills

Education

Grade 10 and completion of a recognized Nursing Assistant Program

Registration with the BC Care Aide registry

Job description

Overview

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