Health Aide (RCA HCA) Long-Term Care Only - (222543)

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

Job summary

A health authority on Vancouver Island is seeking a Health Aide to assist residents in daily living activities while promoting their autonomy and choice. The ideal candidate will possess a Grade 10 education and be graduated from a recognized Nursing Assistant Program. This role involves effective communication and physical capability to perform duties. Join a team dedicated to patient and staff safety.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 plus graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant Program.
• Registered with the BC Care Aide registry.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Equipment operation

Physical capability for duties

Typing ability

Education

Grade 10 and 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