Health Care Aide - Emergency

Covenant Health Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Covenant Health Canada is seeking a Health Care Aide for the Grey Nuns Community Hospital in Edmonton. The role delivers direct personal care and supports patients across the lifespan within an emergency department context, working with a multidisciplinary team to ensure compassionate care.

In Alberta, HCA registration with the CLHA is required, with BLS Level C certification and annual influenza vaccination. Regular part-time shifts include nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with and hold a valid practice permit from CLHA.
• Active status in CLHA or in Alberta nursing program with required placements considered.
• Candidates may be In Progress on CLHA.
• Proof of Active CLHA registration required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct personal care and health support to clients across the lifespan.
• Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team and follow care plans.
• Monitor health status and report changes to the nursing team.
• Promote comfort, dignity and continuity of care in alignment with Covenant Health values.

Skills

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Education

CLHA registration

BLS Level C

Tools

Connect Care EHR

Job description

Your Opportunity

Are you looking for a place where people truly matter? At Covenant Health, we believe our team is what makes us special. As one of Alberta’s Top Employers for the past decade with one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, we offer a workplace where you can grow, feel supported and make a meaningful difference.

Since 1988, the Grey Nuns Community Hospital has supported southeast Edmonton and the surrounding area with compassionate, full-service care that meets a wide range of health needs. The hospital is conveniently located near transit, parks and shops in the heart of the Mill Woods neighbourhood. If you thrive in a busy environment and enjoy helping people in urgent situations, you will find purpose here. Our team provides specialized emergency and urgent care, working together to support each patient’s well‑being. We are looking for people who can think critically, manage multiple priorities and work well with others. Your care makes a real difference in supporting a holistic approach, creating a positive experience for patients and living out Covenant Health’s core values every day. Are you ready to be the difference in health care? Make your impact by delivering quality, compassionate care to people across the province.

Effective February 2, 2026, Health Care Aides (HCAs) in Alberta will become regulated health professionals under the College of Licensed Practical Nurses and Health Care Aides of Alberta (CLHA). All HCAs, regardless of work setting, will be required to be registered with the CLHA at the time of application to Covenant Health.

Description

The Health Care Aide (HCA) is a regulated health professional who provides direct personal care and health support services to clients across the lifespan, in accordance with their scope of practice, regulatory standards, and government legislation. Functional supervision is provided by a member of the nursing team and may occur directly or indirectly in accordance with client needs, care context, and regulatory standards. Working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team the HCA provides care in alignment with documented care plans and assigned or delegated tasks, delivering assistance with activities of daily living, monitoring and reporting changes in health status, and supporting the physical, emotional, psychosocial and behavioural well being of clients. HCAs attend to clients¿ comfort, engagement, and safety by recognizing changes in behaviour, responsiveness, participation, or signs of distress, and by promptly sharing observations with the appropriate team member. They play a vital role in promoting comfort, dignity, and continuity of care, and demonstrate flexibility in responding to the needs of clients and the care team. HCAs actively engage in continuous improvement through feedback, self-reflection, and learning opportunities. The role requires initiative, openness to growth, and a strong commitment to professionalism, responsibility, and accountability. This includes intentionally living Covenant¿s values in day-to-day practice and reflecting them in decision-making, client interactions, teamwork, and the overall approach to care.

• Classification: Health Care Aide
• Union: COV AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: Emergency GNCH
• Primary Location: Grey Nuns Community Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.90
• Posting End Date: 21-SEP-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Part Time
• Date Available: 01-OCT-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 54
• Shift Pattern: Nights, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $26.43
• Maximum Salary: $29.58
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

• Must be registered with and hold a valid practice permit from College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA) prior to commencing employment.
• Active status on the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA) or students currently enrolled in an approved Alberta nursing program who have successfully completed: 1) a continuing care or medicine unit placement, and 2) either Year 1 of a practical nursing program; or Year 2 of a baccalaureate nursing or psychiatric nursing program, and 3) knowledge and experience with medication assistance; will be considered.
• Candidates who are In Progress on the CLHA may be considered.
• Candidates will be required to provide proof of Active registration on the CLHA.
• Physically able to assist with all aspects of patient/resident care and transport, e.g. walking, standing, bending and lifting.
• Must be able to understand written and verbal directions in English.
• Must have Heart and Stroke Foundation B.L.S. (Level C)-health Care Provider required.
• Annual influenza vaccination required.
• PLEASE NOTE: This posting is scheduled to close at 23:59 of the posting end date but may be filled earlier under LOU #20 if a regular employee of the same classification who holds a regular position within this unit expresses their interest in this vacancy by 23:59 on the 5th calendar day following the posting date. If no such employee from this unit expresses their interest by the deadline, the vacancy shall be filled under the provisions of Article 11: Appointments & Transfers. Number of hours per shift and shifts per cycle is for information purposes only.

Preferred Qualifications

• Recent emergency experience preferred.
• Recent or current acute care experience.
• Experience with Connect Care EHR asset; Emergency Connect Care ASAP preferred.