REGISTERED CARE AIDE, MED SURG

Northern Health; Fort Nelson; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four weeks vacation after one year

Extended health & dental

Municipal pension plan

Employer-funded training

Moving expenses support

Employee referral program

Job summary

Northern Health in Fort Nelson is seeking a Registered Care Aide to provide compassionate, patient‑centered support at Fort Nelson General Hospital. You will assist with daily activities and coordinate care with the health team.

Must have current registration with the BC Care Aide Registry and have graduated from a recognized Nursing Assistant program. Strong communication, organizational and safety skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 plus graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant Program or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience and registered with the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry.
• Must hold current registration with the BC Care Aide Registry.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Organization

Safety awareness

Education

Nursing Assistant Program graduate

Registered with BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry

Job description

Position Summary

Are you someone who has a real passion for helping others? Follow the path to an exciting career as a Registered Care Aide at Fort Nelson General Hospital.

Must have current registration with the BC Care Aide Registry

Qualifications

• Grade 10 plus graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant Program or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience and registered with the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker 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.

Where you will be working:

Facility: Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through Fort Nelson General Hospital

Community: Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Fort Nelson

More about Northern Health

Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!

Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:

• Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.