Health Care Aide Temporary Full Time [WH HCA FLOAT FL D6 1.00 ] AgeCare Walden Heights

AgeCare; Calgary; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A senior care organization is seeking a dedicated Health Care Aide to join their care team in Calgary, Alberta. In this role, you will provide resident-focused care under the supervision of a Licensed Practical Nurse. The ideal candidate will have completed a recognized Health Care Aide certificate, possess excellent English communication skills, and exhibit strong planning and organizational abilities. If you are motivated by serving seniors with dignity and compassion, we invite you to apply.

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 a demanding environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident focused care and work to your full scope of practice.
• Observe residents for changes in status and report observations.
• Assist and accompany residents in moving about the community.
• Report any unsafe activities that may harm a resident.

Skills

Fluent in English

Attention to detail

Time management

Organizational skills

Ability to multi-task

Education

Completion of Health Care Aide certificate course

Job description

The 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 practice 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!