Health Care Aide

Assisted Living Alberta (ALA) needs a caring individual who is passionate about helping others. This key role has a massive impact on the well-being of our patients by providing safe, quality patient and family-centered care. You will provide personal care by supporting activities of daily living, assist in patient assessments and procedures, provide comfort measures to patients and their families, portering, delivering specimens to labs, some cleaning, as well as simple charting in patient’s records. You will work closely with patients, families, and caregivers as well as all members of the health care team. The Town of Edson is located approximately 190 kms west of Edmonton - close enough to visit friends and families on the weekends and holidays! With only 163 kms (about two hours’ drive) from Jasper National Park, Edson is a perfect home base for your outdoor adventures. Hike, bike, or fish the best spots at nearby lakeshores after work or take in a day trip on your days off. Edson is a young, diverse, and multicultural town offering a small town feel, but still close to the big city amenities. In addition to Public and Catholic K-12 schools, the town offers arts, cultural, and social activities for everyone.

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.

Active or eligible for registration or practice permit with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA) as a Health Care Aide, along with proof of education or completion of Health Care Aide Certificate within 18 months of hire.

Must have Health Care Aide Certificate completed upon hire date.

As required.