Nursing Attendant (2025-0595)

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

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Calgary is seeking a passionate Health Care Aide to join their team. This role involves observing, monitoring, and reporting on client status, delivering medications, and maintaining ethical standards. Ideal candidates must possess a High School Diploma, complete the required HCA program, and be physically capable of aiding clients. This is a part-time position with a supportive work environment focused on quality care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must graduate from an Alberta Government recognized Health Care Aide program.
• Must be physically capable of lifting and transferring clients.
• Active registration in the Alberta HCA Directory is required.
• Related experience in a health care facility is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report on client status changes.
• Deliver prescribed medications as per policy.
• Maintain professional and ethical standards.

Skills

Effective communication in English

Physically capable for lifting and transferring clients

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduation from an Alberta Government recognized Health Care Aide program

Current registration in the Alberta HCA Directory

Job description

Overview

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. Help us make a difference and connect with us today!

Position Details

Position Status: Regular Part Time

Location: Dr. Vernon Fanning Centre, Neuro Rehab BW

Hours: 10.0 FTE: 0.13

Shift: Days

Shift Times: 0700-1230 / 0700-1515

Union: AUPE Aux Nursing

Rate of Pay: 20.77 – 26.02

PCN: 26NANRR10

Date Competition closes: September 09, 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 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: Neuro Rehabilitation Program – for adults who have had a neurological injury, such as a stroke, and require additional assessment, recuperation and rehabilitation before returning to the community.

Qualifications and Experience

• 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.
• Related experience in a health care facility is an asset. Program-specific training/experience is an asset.

About Carewest

We select dedicated people who care for our clients, offering compassion, knowledge and commitment to treatment, progress, outcomes and lives of our clients. We are motivated to employ individuals who are passionate about what they do and uphold our client-centered approach, contribute to best-practice solutions and grow within Carewest. We are one of Canada’s largest public healthcare providers of complex continuing care, rehab 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 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, ATIA, POPA, 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. For more information on Carewest, please visit our website at carewest.ca.