Health Care Assistant - (213244)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Island Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant to join its team. This role is crucial for providing personal care and nursing procedures under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. Candidates are expected to be certified with a Nursing Assistant Program and possess key communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 and graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant Program.
• Registered with the BC Care Aide registry.

Responsibilities

• Conduct personal care and nursing procedures.
• Meet comfort, hygiene, and therapeutic needs of patients.

Skills

Effective communication

Physical ability

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Equipment operation

Education

Grade 10 plus recognized Nursing Assistant Program

Job description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Nurse Manager or designate and under the guidance and direction of a Registered Nurse, conducts personal care and nursing procedures to meet the comfort, hygiene and therapeutic needs of the patient/resident according to established policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience

Grade 10 plus graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant Program such as a Health Aide program or equivalent. Registered with the BC Care Aide

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Physical ability to carry out duties of position.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.

https://jd.viha.ca/JD452.pdf