Health Care Aid

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda

Base: $22.99 to $25.85 ph; bonus/equity: not speci...
Personal care assistance
Vital signs monitoring
Medication assistance certification
The Health Care Aide performs care tasks under the direction of a Licensed Practical Nurse to assist residents with personal care needs

Job Summary

  • The Health Care Aide performs care tasks under the direction of a Licensed Practical Nurse to assist residents with personal care needs.
  • Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and maintaining a clean and safe environment for residents.
  • The role requires current registration with the Alberta HCA Registry and adherence to The Salvation Army's mission and values.

Matching Summary

The Health Care Aide performs care tasks under the direction of a Licensed Practical Nurse to assist residents with personal care needs.

Salary

Base: $22.99 to $25.85 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Reasonable accommodation upon request

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Personal care assistance
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Medication assistance certification
  • Infection prevention strategies
  • Safe lifting and transfers
  • Resident documentation

Nice-to-have

  • Compassionate caring attitude
  • Team collaboration skills
  • Mental health client experience
  • Supportive living background
  • Non-violent crisis intervention

Key Requirements

  • Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent
  • Graduate of Certified Health Care Aide program
  • Registered with Alberta HCA Registry
  • Current Standard First Aid Level C CPR & AED
  • Current Medication Administration Certification
  • Criminal Police Investigation Check with Vulnerable Sector Check
  • Current Non-Violent Crisis Intervention certification
  • Class 5 driver's license with clean abstract
  • One year supportive living experience preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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