Nursing Attendant (2024-1869)

Carewest Innovative Health Care; Calgary; On-site; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading health care provider in Calgary as a Nursing Attendant. This part-time role involves providing essential care to clients, ensuring their comfort and safety. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and a passion for helping others. Enjoy a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Active registration in the Alberta HCA Directory required.

Responsibilities

• Provides ongoing client care and reports on client status.
• Delivers prescribed medications accurately as per policy.

Skills

Communication

Physical Capability

Education

Grade 12

Alberta Government recognized Health Care Aide program

Job description

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Here’s your chance to be a part of our story! Carewest is one of Calgary’s leaders in exceptional care, and we are looking for passionate helpers to join our team.

At Carewest, our mission is to support all clients in maintaining their quality of life as they transition through their health care journey. Our core values of Caring, Relationships, Excellence, Accountability, and Teamwork guide how we provide care to those who need it the most.

With a strong focus on delivering quality care & safety to our residents & clients, we strive to attract innovative thinkers looking for a rewarding career.

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Position Details

• Position Status: Regular Part Time
• Location: Sarcee, RCTP BW
• Hours: 43.40 FTE: 0.56
• Shift: Days/Evenings
• Shift Times: 0700-1515/1500-2315
• Union: AUPE Aux
• Rate of Pay: $20.77 -$26.02
• PCN: 22RCTPNA20
• Date Competition Closes: April 21, 2025

The Opportunity

Reporting directly to the Client Service Manager, the Health Care Aide (HCA) is an unregulated member of the interprofessional health care team who provides ongoing client care. The HCA observes, monitors, and reports on client status/condition, including changes in physical and emotional status. The HCA ensures that changes in client status are reported to the Registered Nurse (RN) and/or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). This position delivers prescribed medications accurately as per policy and procedure. In keeping with Carewest’s Frame of Reference, Philosophy of Care, and policies, this position maintains professional and ethical standards at all times. Responsible for other related duties as required.

Program Summary

Rehabilitation and Community Transition Program (RCTP) – a short-stay restorative care program that supports medically stable adults who do not need an acute-care level of service but may require additional assessment, recuperation, and therapy before returning to the community.

Qualifications and Experience

• Graduation from Grade 12 is required, plus graduation from an Alberta Government recognized Health Care Aide program
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English is required
• Must be physically capable of managing the frequent lifting, transferring, and repositioning of clients
• Active and current registration in the Alberta HCA Directory required
• Related experience in a health care facility is an asset. Program-specific training/experience is an asset

About Carewest

We select dedicated people just like you to care for our clients, those who offer compassion, knowledge, and commitment to the treatment, progress, outcomes, and lives of our clients. We are motivated to employ individuals who are passionate about what they do and are naturally driven to uphold our client-centered approach, contribute to best-practice solutions, and take their careers to the next level within Carewest.

We are one of Canada’s largest public healthcare providers of complex continuing care, rehabilitation, and recovery services, and a wide variety of community programs for seniors and others requiring specialized care. With 13 locations across Calgary and a team of over 3000 employees, we offer a diverse, interdisciplinary, and expert community of health care professionals. Our innovative practices provide optimal opportunities to learn, grow, and excel with us.

Employees are required to use technologies, devices, resources, and systems provided by the employer, as per Carewest policy and procedure. Adherence to relevant privacy legislation and best practices, including HIA, FOIP, and InfoCare Behaviours, is required.

Successful applicants not currently working for Carewest will need to provide a suitable police records check and vulnerable sector screening. Successful applicants may need to provide immunization records for positions in certain environments. Carewest is an equal-opportunity employer and values the diversity of the people and communities we serve. We are committed to attracting, engaging, and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce. For more information, please visit our website at carewest.ca.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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