Nursing Attendant (2025-0012)

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

Job summary

Carewest Innovative Health Care is seeking a passionate Nursing Attendant to join their compassionate team in Calgary. The successful candidate will provide essential care to clients, ensure they maintain their quality of life, and report directly on their conditions. This temporary part-time position supports adults with disabilities in a supportive setting, adhering to professional and ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Graduation from Grade 12 and Alberta recognized Health Care Aide program required.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English effectively.
• Active registration in Alberta HCA Directory required.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing client care as part of the health care team.
• Monitor and report on client status to nursing staff.
• Deliver prescribed medications as per policy.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Physical capability

Education

Grade 12 graduation

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: Temporary Part Time Term Ends: June 30, 2025 Location: Garrison Green, EQuaL - 1st fl BW Hours: 55.80 FTE: 0.72 Shift: Days/Evenings Shift Times: 0700-1515/1500-2315 Union: AUPE Rate of Pay: $ 20.77 - $ 26.02 PCN: GG1NA10

Date Competition closes: May 15, 2025

The Opportunity

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:

EQuaL (Enabling Quality of Life) – for adults aged 18 to 64 who have disabilities related to a disease or condition, such as

multiple sclerosis or a brain injury, currently requiring the full-time support of a continuing care centre.

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 a desire to 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 both 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 allow for 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 practice 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 screen. 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 on Carewest, please visit our website at carewest.ca.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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