Health Care Aide

We are seeking a dedicated and physically resilient Health Care Aide (HCA) to join our team in providing high-acuity care for residents with medically complex conditions and advanced dementia. This role requires a professional who can manage both the technical medical needs and the intensive physical support required for our most vulnerable patients. the successful applicant must be able to execute frequent bed transfers, lifting, and positioning of non-ambulatory patients using mechanical lifts and ergonomic principles. Assist with all Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including complete bathing, grooming, and toileting for patients with significant functional limitations. Accurately measure and document vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse), blood sugar levels, and fluid intake/output. Support nurses with simple wound care, respiratory equipment maintenance, and urinary/catheter care. Utilize de-escalation and redirection strategies to safely manage responsive behaviors and cognitive impairments associated with dementia.

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.

Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 50 lbs and push/pull up to 100 lbs. Must be capable of standing and walking for the majority of an 8 hour shift. Frequent bending, crouching, reaching, and kneeling to provide bedside care. Dementia care training preferred (e.g. Supportive Pathways, GPA) 2-3 year of continuing care experience preferred. 2-3 years experience working with challenging behaviors, traumatic brain injury and/or severe and persistent mental health illness. Must be able to work as full scope HCA.

Connect Care computer knowledge, Non-Violent Crisis Prevention and Intervention training.