Health Care Assistant - (223516)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider is looking for a Nursing Assistant in Victoria, Nova Scotia. The role involves delivering personal care and nursing services, focusing on patient comfort, hygiene, and therapeutic needs under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. Applicants should have completed Grade 10 and graduated from a recognized Nursing Assistant Program, as well as be registered with the BC Care Aide. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. This position ensures patient safety and quality care.

Qualifications

• Completed Grade 10 and graduated from a recognized Nursing Assistant Program or equivalent.
• Registered with the BC Care Aide registry.

Responsibilities

• Conduct personal care and nursing procedures following established policies to meet patient needs.

Skills

Effective communication

Physical ability for duties

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Equipment operation

Education

Grade 10 and Nursing Assistant Program graduation

Registered BC Care Aide

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

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 & 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.