Nursing Attendant (2024-1917)

Carewest Innovative Healthcare; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Health Care Aide to join their Complex Mental Health Care program. This role involves providing comprehensive care to clients with complex behaviors, including mental illness and dementia. As part of a collaborative health care team, you will monitor client conditions, deliver medications, and maintain high professional standards. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and possess the necessary qualifications, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an Alberta Government recognized Health Care Aide program.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing client care and monitor client status.
• Deliver prescribed medications accurately as per policy.

Skills

Client Care

Communication

Lifting and Transferring Clients

Education

High School Diploma

Health Care Aide Program

Job description

Position Details

Position Status: Regular Part Time Location: Colonel Belcher, Complex Mental Health Nursing BW Hours: 55.80 FTE: 0.72 Shift: Days/Evenings Shift Times: 0715-1530/1515-2330 Union: AUPE Aux Nursing Rate of Pay: $20.77 - $26.02 PCN: CBMHNA020

Date Competition Closes: May 01, 2025

Position Summary:

Reporting directly to the Client Service Manager, the Health Care Aide (HCA) is an unregulated member of the interprofessional health care team who provides on-going 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 Carewest policies this position maintains professional and ethical standards at all times. Responsible for other related duties as required.

Program Summary:

Complex Mental Health Care – a program providing comprehensive care for adults with complex behaviours, whose primary diagnosis includes mental illness, dementia or other cognitive disorders.

Qualifications:

- High School Diploma or equivalent 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.

Experience:

- Related experience in a health care facility is an asset.

- Program specific training/experience is an asset.