Health Care Aide

Living in a small town that’s close to a big city offers the best of all worlds. Redwater is situated in beautiful northern Alberta, 1 hour north of Edmonton. For residents who enjoy a busy lifestyle, you can find nearby outdoor recreational opportunities including golf, an outdoor swimming pool, and the Redwater sand hills natural area for a great ATV ride! Rural Alberta offers a lot of advantages not only for your family, but also for your career. Your role as a Health Care Aide will improve the lives of Albertans, providing resident - and family-centered care through your work in the area of Long Term Care, Acute Care and Emergency.

As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you will work as a collaborative member of the multi-disciplinary team providing personal assistance including supporting activities of daily living and 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 position you will work closely with patients, families, and caregivers spanning the continuum of care in home, community or health care facilities assisting nurses with the provision of routine care to meet patients' hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation and safety needs, assisting with organized activities or programs and observing and reporting on a patient's mood, health, and wellbeing. Working under a regulated health professional you will be assisting in the maintenance of a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors, and maintaining effective communication with patients and health professionals.

Completion of Health Care Aide Certificate within 18 months of hire and active directory status on the Alberta Health Care Aide Directory. Must provide a confirmation letter as proof of enrolment from the Directory at https://www.albertahcadirectory.com/health-care-aides/confirmation/. Nursing students currently enrolled in an approved Alberta nursing program who have successfully completed a minimum of 100 hours of practicum; and are either in their 1st year of practical nursing program; or 2nd year of baccalaureate nursing or psychiatric nursing program will be considered. Must attest to this compliance and provide proof of qualification.

Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly to changing and fluctuating priorities and workloads. Must be able to identify own learning needs and seek guidance where knowledge deficits occur. Excellent communication skills and a compassionate and caring attitude. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. Demonstrated ability to be an excellent team player is required. Ability to work shift work. Ability to meet the physical demands of the job such as standing, walking, stooping, reaching, lifting, and carrying during the shift. An excellent attendance record, reliability, and personal suitability must be demonstrated through employment references.

Recent experience (within the last year) working as a Health Care Aide in a Long Term Care setting is preferred.