Health Care Aide

The Health Care Aid is an regulated Health Care Provider that would work in the diverse setting of Medical Cardiology under the direct supervision of regulated Health Care Providers (RN and LPN). The Health Care Aid works within a Care Hub setting as a member of the multidisciplinary team to their full scope within an Acute Care Setting for the delivery of quality, patient and family centered care. The Health Care Aid is an integral member of the team that works within the Collaborative Care environment.

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.

Certificate in Health Care Aide Course from a recognized program. Minimum 2 years’ experience in an acute medical setting. Minimum of 1 year in an acute inpatient cardiac setting. Current BCLS-HCP certification from Heart and Stroke Foundation. Current experience with Connect Care documentation and access with Millennium Scheduler. Must be willing to work within a Collaborative Practice Model. Willing to perform additional operational duties as deemed essential by management. Registered for ILT training with Connect Care model for go live date at PLC. Demonstrated promotion of workplace safety and adherence to safety policies and procedures required. Demonstrated excellent critical thinking skills, organization and problem solving skills. Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and handle competing priorities. Demonstrated strong communication skills within a multi professional team environment. Demonstrated accountability for own professional practice and encouraged others to do the same. Demonstrated respectful, professional relationships with patients/families and all members of the interprofessional team required. Understands and complies with: The Health Professions Act. The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The Health Information Act.

As Required.