Health Care Aide

Exciting opportunity to work up to Full Scope of Practice on a 32 bed General Surgery Unit. You will help to advance the unit’s values of: Collaborative practice, Full scope of practice, Patient and family centered care and evidence-based practice. While working in a dynamic team environment that supports learning. The Health Care Aide provides patient care services as an unregulated worker under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). This position is responsible for performing tasks related to advancing recovery after surgery, activities of daily living, and other specific procedures on the nursing unit. Heavy lifting, as well as repetitive movements are necessary during the course of performing duties on this unit. You will have the unique opportunity to work in a collaborative care service delivery model (CoAct). Collaborative practice is defined as care providers working together to contribute their knowledge, skills and abilities to patient care in a process of continuous communication and shared decision-making among patients/families and members of the multidisciplinary team.

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.

BCLS-HCP Heart Saver program required. Able to read, write and speak English fluently. Able to communicate effectively with patients and staff and understand nursing instructions. Organize and deliver safe care to patients. Demonstrates accountability in their practice. Work independently but maintain collaborative, effective work relationships with hospital staff. Demonstrate understanding, patience and sensitivity when relating to patients, families and visitors. Able to utilize AHS acute care and hospital policy and procedure manuals online. Considerable standing and walking required. Ability to assist with lifting, turning and transferring adult patients. It’s your move (IYM) certification. Ability to lift and carry supplies is required. Basic computer skills necessary.

Connect Care Training. Previous work experience in an acute care hospital. At least 2 years' experience on a Surgical Unit preferred.