Resident Care Aide / Ward Aide

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Alert Bay; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority located in Alert Bay, British Columbia, is seeking a Resident Care Aide / Ward Aide. The role involves performing clerical duties, transporting patients, and carrying out nursing procedures. Ideal candidates will have completed Grade 10 and a recognized Nursing Assistant Program, and be registered with the BC Care Aide registry. Effective communication and physical ability are essential. This role emphasizes patient safety as a priority within the organization.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical duties and answer the phone.
• Transport patients and transcribe doctors' orders.
• Distribute supplies and perform nursing procedures.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability

Education

Grade 10 plus recognized Nursing Assistant Program

Registered with the BC Care Aide registry

Job description

Resident Care Aide / Ward Aide - (226324)

Cormorant Island Community Health Centre (CICHC) - Alert Bay, BC V0N 1A0 CA (Primary)

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.

Under the direction of the Manager or designate, the Nursing Assistant performs clerical duties, answers the phone, transports patients, transcribes doctors' orders, distributes supplies, and performs nursing procedures as listed below.

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.

CRCr required: Yes