Nursing Attendant (2024-1936)

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 compassionate team. In this role, you will provide essential care to clients, ensuring their well-being and comfort. Your responsibilities will include monitoring client conditions, delivering medications, and maintaining professional standards. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities and thrive in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values quality care and professional development, and help enhance the quality of life for those you serve.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and HCA program graduation required.
• Effective communication and physical capability are essential.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Effective reading, writing, and communication skills in English

Physical capability to manage frequent lifting, transferring, and repositioning of clients

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduation from an Alberta Government recognized Health Care Aide program

Job description

Position Details

Position Status: Temporary Part Time Term Ends: October 05, 2025

Location: Dr. Vernon Fanning, EQual 1 East, Nursing BW

Hours: 62.00 FTE: 0.80

Shift: Days/Evenings

Shift Times: 0700-1515 / 1500-2315

Union: AUPE Aux Nursing

Rate of Pay: $20.77 - $26.02

PCN: FAN1ENA17

Date Competition Closes: May 06, 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 ongoing client care. The HCA observes, monitors, and reports on client status/condition, including changes in physical and emotional well-being. The HCA ensures that any changes are reported to the Registered Nurse (RN) and/or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). This position involves delivering prescribed medications accurately according to policy and procedure. In alignment with Carewest’s Frame of Reference, Philosophy of Care, and policies, the HCA maintains professional and ethical standards at all times. The role includes other related duties as required.

Program Summary:

EQuaL (Enabling Quality of Life) — for adults aged 18 to 64 with disabilities related to diseases or conditions such as multiple sclerosis or brain injury, requiring full-time support at a continuing care centre.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, plus graduation from an Alberta Government recognized Health Care Aide program.
• Effective reading, writing, and communication skills in English.
• Physical capability to manage frequent lifting, transferring, and repositioning of clients.
• Active and current registration in the Alberta HCA Directory.

Experience:

• Related experience in a healthcare facility is an asset.
• Program-specific training or experience is an asset.