Health Care Aide - Sidney, Canada - All Care Canada (Sidney) Inc.

All Care Canada (Sidney) Inc.

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Sidney, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

POSITION:
Health Care Aide

STATUS:
Casual and Full-time shifts (evenings and overnights)

SALARY:
$28.75-$31.52

Sidney All Care Residence envisions a community that attracts those who value a life which is enriched by being present each day and is further made extraordinary through individuality, play, innovation, healthy living and compassionate care. We are a long-term care community that offers respite and full time 24 hour care. If you have a passion for long-term care, we are the place for you

Summary of Position

Reporting to the Director of Care (DOC) and under the supervision and direction of the Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse, the Health Care Aide (HCA) assists the residents in activities of daily living to meet physical, emotional, psychosocial and spiritual needs and maintain optimal functioning while promoting residents' autonomy and choice.

This is a high trust position where the HCA provides the closest and most intimate care to our residents; we expect all care staff to display a caring attitude and resident centered approach to their jobs.

Benefits we offer are:

Extended Health/Dental Benefits
Health, Wellness & Education benefits up to $500.00/ year
Company matched Group Retirement Plan (RRSP)
Shift and Weekend Premiums
Free on site parking

The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

Assists the resident in maintaining a high level of personal hygiene including bathing, dressing, grooming, mouth care, skin care, nail care and hair care according to individual resident care needs as specified on the resident's care plan. Provides bathing as per resident care plan;
Assists resident in meeting nutritional needs by encouraging independence with eating and drinking and providing assistance when and as required. Prepares and delivers nourishments and snacks. Promotes and provides adequate hydration based on resident needs. Assists in serving and feeding the resident as well as cleaning up the dining area after each meal. Notes and records or reports changes in appetites and food preferences to the nurse/dietitian;
In accordance with safety guidelines and based on the resident's care plan, assists residents rest and mobilization based on their current condition/ability. This includes use of the pre

- handling check and adherence to all safety protocols for transferring, use of mechanical lifts, bath lifts, use of transfer belts, assisting with walking, and ambulation by wheelchair/therapeutic chair, positioning in bed or wheelchair and use of commode;

Documents observations about the residents' condition and care given on the health record using appropriate forms and reports changes in resident condition to the care team. Participation the development of resident care plans in collaboration with the care team.
Graduate of a recognized Nursing Assistant Program such as a Health Aide program or equivalent education, experience and training;
Must be registered, and in good standing with The BC Care Aide Registry;
Must maintain current CPR and First Aid Certification;
Strong competency with operating computers and health related technology;
Ability to work as a part of an interdisciplinary team and communicate with residents, families and peers effectively;
Ability to prioritize and manage assigned workload.
Please note: *A criminal record check is required pursuant to the Criminal Records Review Act for working with vulnerable seniors. TB test and proof of Covid19 Vaccination are also required._