Health Care Aide

Your Opportunity:

As a Rural Continuing Care Health Care Aide (HCA), you will be a valued member of an interdisciplinary team providing person-centered care to residents in a Long-Term Care (LTC) environment. You will support residents with activities of daily living, promote comfort, dignity, and independence, and contribute to creating a safe and welcoming home-like environment. Working closely with Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and other care team members, you will assist with personal care, mobility, nutrition, recreation, and emotional support while fostering meaningful relationships with residents and their families. Rural practice offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of residents through consistent, compassionate care and strong connections within the community. In this role, you will be supported through comprehensive orientation, ongoing education, and role-specific professional development opportunities designed to enhance your knowledge and skills in continuing care and long-term care practice. Rural Continuing Care HCAs are encouraged to contribute to a culture of teamwork, resident-centered care, safety, and continuous learning.

Description:

As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you will work as a collaborative member of the multidisciplinary team, providing personal assistance by supporting activities of daily living and delivering support services to patients (clients, residents) who require short term assistance or ongoing support, in accordance with the patient care plan and facility policies and procedures. In this role, you will work closely with patients, families, and caregivers across the continuum of care in home, community, and health care facilities. You will assist nurses with the provision of routine care to meet patients' hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation, and safety needs; assist with organized activities or programs; and observe and report on patients' mood, health, and wellbeing. Working under the supervision of a regulated health professional, you will assist in maintaining a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors, while supporting effective communication with patients and health care professionals. PLEASE NOTE: Until a new hire provides proof of HCA certification, they will be paid at the uncertified pay grade in accordance with the AUPE AUX Collective Agreement.