Health Care Assistant - (223745)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare authority in Victoria, Nova Scotia is looking for a Nursing Assistant to provide personal care and nursing procedures. The role involves ensuring patient comfort and hygiene while following established policies. Candidates should have graduated from a recognized Nursing Assistant Program and be registered with the BC Care Aide. Strong communication, organizational, and physical abilities are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 plus graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant Program is required.
• Registration with the BC Care Aide is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct personal care and nursing procedures for patient comfort and hygiene.
• Meet the therapeutic needs of patients/residents according to established policies.
• Report to the Nurse Manager or designate.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication

Physical ability to carry out duties

Effective interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Equipment operation

Education

Graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant Program

Registered with the 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.