Health Care Aide Regular Part Time (WH HCA LOU D5 0.50) AgeCare Walden Heights

AgeCare; Calgary; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health care provider in Calgary is seeking a compassionate Health Care Aide to join their care team. In this role, you will provide safe and thorough basic care to residents under the supervision of a Licensed Practical Nurse. Ideal candidates will have completed a Health Care Aide certificate and demonstrate strong planning and organizational skills. This is an opportunity to work in a supportive environment focused on serving seniors with dignity and respect.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized Health Care Aide certificate course and registered in the Health Care Aide Directory.
• Must be fluent in English, both orally and in writing.
• Exceptional attention to detail and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Work to your full scope of practice and provide resident focused care.
• Observe resident for changes in status and share observations for care plans.
• Assist residents in moving about the community and participate in functions.

Skills

Fluent in English

Attention to detail

Time management

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Health Care Aide certificate course

Job description

Opportunity

As a Health Care Aide, you will work as a member of the care team, collaborating on the delivery of resident care. The Health Care Aide, under the supervision of a Licensed Practical Nurse, applies their knowledge and skills in order to provide a wide variety of safe and thorough basic care and services to residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Work to your full scope of practise and provide resident focused care
• Observe resident for any changes in status, and share any observations for incorporation into care plans
• Assist and accompany residents in moving about the community with walking as well as participate in functions
• Report any unsafe activities that may cause harm or injure a resident

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized Health Care Aide certificate course and registered in the Health Care Aide Directory
• Must be fluent in English, both orally and in writing
• Exceptional attention to detail and documentation
• Strong planning, follow up, time management & organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and remain flexible within demanding environment
• Demonstrates AgeCare values and an empathetic attitude and approach in working with others

If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!