Patient Care Aide - (223756)

Island Health; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A health authority in British Columbia seeks a Patient Care Aide responsible for delivering personal care to patients while complying with established care plans. The role includes documenting care, transcribing doctors' orders, and performing related duties. Candidates should possess a Grade 10 education, a recognized Nursing Assistant program certificate, and registration with the BC Care Aide registry. Strong communication skills and physical ability to perform tasks are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 plus graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant program or equivalent.
• Registered with the BC Care Aide registry.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability

Organizational skills

Computer operation

Typing speed (30 wpm)

Education

Grade 10 and graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant program

Registered with the BC Care Aide registry

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.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience

Grade 10 plus graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Registered with the BC Care Aide registry.

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.