Health Care Aide

Alberta Health Services; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Red Deer seeks a Health Care Aide to join their ICU team. Responsibilities include providing personal assistance to critically ill patients, collaborating closely with health professionals, and maintaining a safe environment. Candidates must have a Health Care Aide Certificate, Basic Cardiac Life Support certification, and relevant experience in acute care. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Completion of Health Care Aide Certificate within 18 months of hire.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support - Healthcare Provider BCLS-HCP is required.
• Experience in acute care within the last three years.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal assistance to patients in accordance with care plan.
• Assist in maintaining a safe environment for patients and staff.
• Observe and report on a patient’s mood, health, and well-being.

Skills

Collaborative teamwork

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Health Care Aide Certificate

Current enrollment in a nursing program

Job description

Your Opportunity

The Red Deer ICU is a busy and dynamic unit caring for critically ill medical and surgical patients from the entire Central Zone. We are looking for health care aids to join our multidisciplinary team.

Description

As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you will work as a collaborative member of the multi-disciplinary team providing personal assistance including supporting activities of daily living and support services to patients (clients, residents) who require short-term assistance or ongoing support, in accordance with the patient care plan and facility policies and procedures. In this position you will work closely with patients, families, and caregivers spanning the continuum of care in home, community or health care facilities assisting nurses with the provision of routine care to meet patients\' hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation and safety needs, assisting with organized activities or programs and observing and reporting on a patient\'s mood, health, and wellbeing. Working under a regulated health professional you will be assisting in the maintenance of a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors, and maintaining effective communication with patients and health professionals.

Required Qualifications

Completion of Health Care Aide Certificate within 18 months of hire and active directory status on the Alberta Health Care Aide Directory. Must provide a confirmation letter as proof of enrolment from the Directory at Nursing students currently enrolled in an approved Alberta nursing program who have successfully completed a minimum of 100 hours of practicum; and are either in their 1st year of practical nursing program; or 2nd year of baccalaureate nursing or psychiatric nursing program will be considered. Must attest to this compliance and provide proof of qualification.

Additional Required Qualifications

Basic Cardiac Life Support - Healthcare Provider BCLS-HCP is required. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team, to provide quality care to patients, and to report observations. Experience in acute care within the last three years is essential. Demonstrated commitment to continuing education is required. Self-directed individual with a positive attitude, and demonstrated excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, evidenced by performance appraisals and reference checks. Should have an excellent attendance record. Must be registered with the HCA directory.

Preferred Qualifications

Immediate past experience on medical units is preferred. Please Note : All Acute Care, Continuing Care, Mental Health and Public Health, LPN, RN and RPN applications require a cover letter and current resume outlining experience and abilities relevant to the position. To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered please attach a resume and cover letter with your application.