Under the leadership and direction of the Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse as team leaders, the Health Care Aide (HCA) provides support and assistance to residents/patients in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as identified in the care plan. The HCA works to full scope of practice and engages in education and certifications to maintain competency. Person-centered care is provided according to established standards of practice, including but not limited to, Accreditation Canada Standards, Personal Care Home Standards, and legislative requirements.
The incumbent exercises the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed and action to be taken on unusual matters. The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values; and the policies of Southern Health-Santé Sud.
Qualifications
1. Minimum Grade 12
2. Health Care Aide Certificate from recognized program
3. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (Acute Care)
4. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered
5. Knowledge of Confidentiality/privacy requirements following The Personal Health Information Act (PHIA) and Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) legislation
6. Knowledge of Workplace safety requirements following Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
7. Knowledge of Violence Prevention Program (VPP) training and processes
8. Knowledge of SCHIPP training and processes
9. One to two (1-2) years’ experience working in a health care setting preferred
10. One to two (1-2) years’ experience preferably caring for elderly or disabled clients preferred
11. Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize assigned workload
12. Demonstrated ability to perform as a team member and seek assistance as needed
13. Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills
14. Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand English
15. Demonstrated ability to interact well with others
16. Demonstrated ability and willingness to work in stressful environments which may include aggressive and/or agitated individuals
17. Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population is required
18. Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions
19. Demonstrated ability to respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats and other mediums
20. Demonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job
21. Good work and attendance record
Conditions of Employment
22. Some program areas require a valid Class 5 driver’s license, an all-purpose insured vehicle and liability insurance of at least $1,000,000.00