Health Care Aide

Rimbey Hospital and Care Centre is seeking a Health care Aide (HCA) to join our dedicated healthcare team. This is an excellent opportunity to build a diverse clinical skill set and gain valuable experience in a supportive rural healthcare environment. Our site includes a 23-bed Acute Care Unit and a modern Emergency Department, providing HCAs with exposure to a wide variety of patient care experiences. We are committed to supporting your success through a comprehensive orientation program, including standardized zone orientation and ongoing on-site mentorship and support. Located in the heart of Central Alberta, Rimbey offers an exceptional quality of life with the natural beauty of Alberta's West Country right at your doorstep. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy nearby attractions such as Gull Lake, Central Alberta Raceways, and numerous campgrounds, hiking trails, and recreational areas, all within a short drive. Rimbey is a welcoming, family-friendly community that offers a full range of amenities, including a community centre, arena, swimming pool, organized sports, and a variety of recreational programs for all ages. Whether you are looking to advance your nursing career, enjoy a rural lifestyle, or find a community to call home, Rimbey has something to offer. Come join our team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families while enjoying all that rural Alberta has to offer. We are seeking a team-oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative multidisciplinary environment. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential, along with a willingness to support and participate in ongoing unit and site initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care, fostering a positive work environment, and driving continuous improvement.

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 be able to work collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team. Excellent communication and organizational skills. The successful applicant will be receptive to and participate in unit and site change initiatives.

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