Health Care Aide – Units 57/105/119
Alberta Health Services
Your Opportunity:Cancer Care Alberta is currently looking for a Health Care Aide (HCA) to join our team at the new, state of the art, Arthur Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre (AC) in Calgary. The HCA will work in a fast-paced environment under the supervision and direction of the RN on the unit. The AC is a world-class facility that will begin providing care to cancer patients in the fall of 2024. Designed for the future of cancer care, the AC features 1.3 million square feet of bright, modern design, innovative equipment and an integrated approach to research and optimizing care for our patients, families and staff. Please note that although this role is based out of the AC training, and work may originate at the Foothills Medical Centre prior to the AC opening.Description: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.
Required Qualifications: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. Additional Required Qualifications:Must be able to perform repetitive physical duties that include walking long distances, pushing, pulling bending and reaching, assisting with patient transfers and other duties related to patient care. Current Basic Cardia Life Support- Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP). Preferred Qualifications:It’s Your Move (IYM) certification, basic computer skills. Connect Care (Epic) experience. At least 2 years in the last 5 years acute hospital experience.Please note:All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.Security Screening:A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.Healthy Albertans. Healthy
Communities. Together.We’re passionate about what we do. Our team of skilled and dedicated health care professionals, support staff, and physicians promote wellness and provide health care every day, all across Alberta.Everything we do at AHS reflects a patient and family centred approach; it’s about putting patients’ and families’ experiences, priorities and trust first.We are an equal opportunity employer. AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Calgary, AB
Sun, 01 Sep 2024 00:17:14 GMT
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