Health Care Aide - Emergency
Alberta Health Services
St. Albert, AB-
Number of positions available : 1
- Salary To be discussed
- Published on May 10th, 2024
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Starting date : 1 position to fill as soon as possible
Description
As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you are responsible for providing personal assistance, supporting activities of daily living and providing comfort and support services to patients (clients, residents) who require short-term assistance or ongoing support. You will work closely with patients, families, and caregivers spanning the continuum of care in home, community or health care facilities. You will play a key role in providing safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS.
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.
Current Heart & Stroke Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP). Acute care experience within the past 2 years. Ability to balance numerous demands and conflicting priorities is essential. Basic computer skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Good command of the English language. Ability to work as part of a team and with minimal supervision. Physical capability of performing all aspects of the role (bending, crouching, kneeling, overhead lifting, and mobilization of bariatric patients).
Emergency experience within the past 2 years. Connect Care training.
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