Nursing Attendant (2026-0099)

Carewest Innovative Healthcare • Calgary, AB

23d • Onsite

About The Position

Reporting directly to the Director of Care, the Health Care Aide (HCA) is a regulated member of the interprofessional health care team who provides ongoing client care. The HCA observes, monitors and reports on client status/condition including changes in physical and emotional status. The HCA ensures that changes in client status are reported to the Registered Nurse (RN) and/or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
This position delivers prescribed medications accurately as per policy and procedure. In keeping with Carewest’s Frame of Reference, Philosophy of Care and Carewest policies this position maintains professional and ethical standards at all times. Responsible for other related duties as required.
Complex Care – for frail seniors who require the care of an interdisciplinary team to maintain and improve quality of life in safe, comfortable and supportive environments. Carewest offers a mix of secured and unsecured units.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required, plus graduation from an Alberta Government recognized Health Care Aide program.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English is required.
• Must be physically capable of managing the frequent lifting, transferring and repositioning of clients.
• Active and current registration with CLHA required.

Nice To Haves

• Related experience in a health care facility is an asset.
• Program specific training/experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Observes, monitors and reports on client status/condition including changes in physical and emotional status.
• Ensures that changes in client status are reported to the Registered Nurse (RN) and/or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
• Delivers prescribed medications accurately as per policy and procedure.
• Maintains professional and ethical standards at all times.
• Responsible for other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Employees are required to use technologies, devices, resources, and systems provided by the employer, as per Carewest policy and procedure.
• Adherence to relevant privacy legislation and best practice including HIA, ATIA, POPA, and InfoCare Behaviours, is required.
• Successful applicants not currently working for Carewest will need to provide a suitable police records check and vulnerable sector screen.
• Successful applicants may need to provide immunization records for positions in certain environments.
• Carewest is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of the people and communities we serve.
• We are committed to attracting, engaging, and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED