Health Care Aide

Concordia Hospital; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local health care facility in Winnipeg is seeking a Health Care Aide to assist with patient and resident care. Candidates must have a Grade 12 education and a Health Care Aide Certificate. Recent experience in patient care is required, along with effective communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team. CPR and BCLS certifications are also necessary for specific units.

Qualifications

• Recent patient care experience required.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral English.
• Satisfactory employment record required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care as directed.
• Provide basic supportive care.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding patient information.

Skills

Patient care experience

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Grade 12 education

Health Care Aide Certificate

Job description

Overview

Under the general supervision of the Clinical Manager, the Registered Nurse (RN), the Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN), and / or the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), the Health Care Aide (HCA) acts as a member of the health care team, assisting with patient / resident care and providing basic supportive care as directed.

Experience

• Recent patient care experience (in the last 4 years) required or equivalent will be considered.

Education (Degree / Diploma / Certificate)

• Grade 12 education or equivalent.
• Health Care Aide Certificate from a recognized college / educational institution required.

Certification / Licensure / Registration

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the Employer policy.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) is required for positions in Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and Urgent Care with recertification required annually. Certification must be obtained within 2 months of acquiring the position.

Qualifications and Skills

• General skills and ability to perform all tasks and responsibilities relevant to the duties of the position.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize assigned workload.
• Demonstrated ability to perform as a team member and seek assistance as necessary.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in written and oral English.
• Demonstrated ability to relate to people in a tactful, courteous and reassuring manner.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and establish priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to respond to a variety of simultaneous demands.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality in all manners pertaining to the hospital, patients / residents and their families.
• Satisfactory employment record required.