Health Care Aide

Your Opportunity:

If you are a Health Care Aide (HCA) who loves the rural lifestyle and working with the elderly, then this position in Brooks might be just what you’re looking for! Brooks Continuing Care will be comprised of a 24 bed LTC area and additional space with 9 transition and 5 CTB/Palliative care beds. As a member of the CoAct team, you the Health Care Aide will provide excellent patient and resident family centered care. Client care may include assisting clients with activities of daily living, treatments and treatment plan, and other Nursing team related activities. The Health Care Aide responsibilities include providing basic Nursing care to residents as an unregulated worker under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) or in accordance with CCHSS, resident care plans and AHS policies, and procedures. Assists in providing a clean and safe environment. Monitors resident progress and reports relevant information to the Registered Nurse in a timely manner. Monitors and participates in RAI MDS resident tracking, care plan development and implementation as directed. Following demonstration of competence, the HCA is responsible for providing restricted activities deemed appropriate by the organization based on the resident/patient condition and under the supervision of the Registered Nurse. Responsible for maintaining accurate, concise documentation that meets organizational legislative, and legal requirements. Brooks is one of fastest growing communities in Alberta with a multi-cultural flavor unique to other municipalities. Enjoy a wide range of indoor and outdoor recreational activities including camping, boating, fishing, sailing, kayaking, water skiing (water sports) ice fishing and skating in winter.

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.