Healthcare Aide, Medical

Njoyn; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Pembroke Regional Hospital is seeking a Healthcare Aide (HCA) to support patients and families with daily living activities under the direction of an RN/RPN or other regulated health professional. You will help with basic care tasks and ensure comfort, safety and dignity in a busy hospital unit.

We value teamwork, infection control, safe lifting, and a commitment to patient safety. The role emphasizes collaboration within a multidisciplinary team and opportunities for continuous learning while

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year certificate or current enrollment with first year completed in an accredited Health Care program.
• BLS certification.
• Minimum of three months of recent patient care experience (last 3 years).
• Knowledge of sterility and aseptic technique.
• Knowledge of infection control and occupational health & safety practices.
• Knowledge of body mechanics and safe lift/transfer practices.
• Ability to communicate and manage changes in patient condition.
• Ability to function independently and as a team member.
• Effective problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to communicate respectfully with patients, the public, colleagues and other health disciplines.
• Knowledge of functioning of a nursing unit and commitment to patient safety.
• LEAN mindset for continuous improvement; meet attendance standards.
• Bilingualism preferred (French/English).

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or regulated health professional.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and support unit operations.
• Collaborate with the health care team to ensure safe, compassionate care.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Infection control knowledge

Body mechanics / safe lifting

Problem solving

Patient safety focus

Attendance reliability

Bilingual preferred (French/English)

Education

One-year health care certificate or enrolled in accredited Health Care program

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

The Healthcare Aide (HCA) is a member of the health care team, accountable for the day to day provision of quality patient and family centered care in a manner consistent with Pembroke Regional Hospital's Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Direction. Under the direction of the RN/RPN or other regulated health professional, the HCA performs assigned functions as an unregulated care provider that supports the health care team in assisting patients in activities of daily living, and supports the effective operation of patient care areas.

Pembroke Regional Hospital serves the diverse health care needs of residents of Pembroke and the surrounding communities. In accordance with our mission, vision and values, and following catholic tradition we strive to provide safe, quality care in a compassionate and caring setting. We respect the rights of our patients to be treated with dignity and respect, and believe that patients are an integral part of the health care team. As leaders in health care delivery, we are committed to life long learning, continuous improvement and healthy living.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of a one (1) year certificate, or currently enrolled with the first year completed, in an accredited Health Care program
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Minimum of three (3) months of recent (within the last three (3) years) experience providing patient care
• Demonstrated knowledge of sterility and aseptic technique
• Demonstrated knowledge of established Infection Control and Occupational Health & Safety practices
• Demonstrated knowledge of body mechanics, and safe lift and transfer practices
• Demonstrated ability to appropriately communicate and manage a change in patient condition
• Demonstrated ability to function independently and as a team member
• Demonstrated effective problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and with respect in oral and written formats with patients, the public, colleagues and other health disciplines
• Demonstrated and proven ability to work in a collaborative care model with all members of the health care team
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience about the functioning of a nursing unit
• Demonstrated commitment to patient safety
• Embodies the LEAN ideology by actively and continually seeking opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Must have demonstrated ability to meet the attendance standards of the Hospital
• Bilingualism preferred (French/English)

Pembroke Regional Hospital values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process please contact the Human Resources Assistant at [e-mail]. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position, if unionized, and any appointments are subject to the terms and conditions of the Union group's Collective Agreement.