Patient Care Aide

Island Health; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading health authority in Campbell River is seeking a Patient Care Aide to assist in delivering personal care to patients. Responsibilities include documenting care, transcribing orders, and maintaining supplies. The role requires a Grade 10 education and completion of a Nursing Assistant program. Ideal for entry-level candidates looking to start in healthcare within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 plus graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant program or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personal care to meet patients' identified needs.
• Document vital statistics and care provided.
• Transcribe doctors orders as directed.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical stamina

Organizational skills

Computer operation

Typing (30 wpm)

Education

Grade 10 + Nursing Assistant program

Job description

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Clinical Coordinator or designate, under the direction of a Registered Nurse and the interdisciplinary health care team and in accordance with an established plan of care, the Patient Care Aide delivers personal care to patients to meet their identified physical, emotional, therapeutic rehabilitative needs; documents vital statistics and care provided; transcribes doctors orders as directed and performs related clerical duties; maintains equipment and supplies and performs a variety of light cleaning duties.

Link To Full Job Description: https://jd.viha.ca/JD1513.pdf

Qualifications

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 10 plus graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment, such as a computer.
• Ability to type 30 wpm.

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Temporary

Job Function

• Other

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care