Care Aide (Various Areas)
About The Position
Within the context of a resident/client and family centered care model and in accordance with established vision and values of the organization, the Care Aide works under the functional direction of a Registered Nurse or other designate and in cooperation with interdisciplinary team members to assist in the delivery of client care. Following established care plans provides personal care; bathes, grooms, dresses, assists with meals and oral hygiene and performs nursing care duties as applicable. Responds to call bells/alarms. Observes and monitors clients’ progress, symptoms and behavioural changes and reports/records significant observations. Utilizes mechanical aides such as specialty beds, wheelchairs and stretchers to transport clients and provides assistance with lifting and/or transferring of clients following established lifting/safety techniques. Maintains a clean and safe environment for clients and staff. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Grade 10 (including English 10).
- Successful graduation from a recognized Health Care Assistant Program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Eligible for registration with the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and proficiently both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to deal with others effectively and respectfully.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Ability to organize work.
- Ability to operate related equipment (such as Patient Care Information Systems).
Responsibilities
- Assist in the delivery of client care.
- Provide personal care: bathes, grooms, dresses.
- Assist with meals and oral hygiene.
- Perform nursing care duties as applicable.
- Respond to call bells/alarms.
- Observe and monitor clients’ progress, symptoms and behavioural changes and report/record significant observations.
- Utilize mechanical aides such as specialty beds, wheelchairs and stretchers to transport clients.
- Provide assistance with lifting and/or transferring of clients following established lifting/safety techniques.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for clients and staff.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
