Health Care Aide
Job Overview
- Company Name Optima Living
- Job Start Date Thu, 02 Nov 2023 08:13:02 GMT
- Job Type Part Time
- Job Source Careerjet
Job title: Health Care Aide
Job description: Let us welcome you home at Sagebrush in Wetaskiwin, Alberta.
Optima Living operates Independent Living, Assisted Living, Supportive Living and Memory Care communities in Alberta and British Columbia. Our communities are among the best places to live in Western Canada.
Our Vision: For every person to feel at home.
This is truly supported by our credo. “Let us welcome you home.” All of us here feel it is an honor to work with our residents and we advocate a resident-centered approach where the Resident, is the focus of all our endeavors.
We are currently seeking a Health Care Aide to join our team that is responsible for hands-on personal care services, medication administration, light housekeeping and meal service assistance, as well as participation in social-recreational activities.
Responsibilities
Assist residents with move ins and facility orientation
Performs light housekeeping in resident suites and common areas
Support personal care activities; dressing, bathing, incontinence
Simple transfers
Respond to medical emergencies in a calm manner
Assists with resident laundry and meal service as needed
Follow Care Plans and report any changes or concerns
Administer, monitor and record medication administration
Working with residents to meet care requirements and communicate any concerns to the doctor and manager as needed
Demonstrate ongoing competence utilizing knowledge, skill, judgment, and evidence-based practice in caring for aging adult is vital in this role
Ensure accordance with provincial continuing care health service standards, legislation, codes, regulations, and employment and safety statutes
Demonstrate awareness of accident and injury prevention, through safe work practices and procedures
Other duties as assigned to support operational requirements
Qualifications and Experience
Completion of provincial Health Care Aide certification
Registered with provincial Health Care Registry
Completion of Medication Administration Course
Experience in a residential care setting is preferred
Demonstrate Infection Control procedures
Exceptional interpersonal skills with peers, residents, visitors and operational partners
Superior organizational skills with the ability to handle multi-resident requests
Superior oral and written communication skills
Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and problem solve
Flexibility to work a variety of shifts
Ability to stand for extended periods of time, bend, squat, kneel and lift 25 pounds
Display compassion, education, proficiency, and experience while assisting residents
Conditions of Employment
Completion of CPR and First Aid
Clear Police Information Check
Clear Vulnerable Sector Check
COVID-19 vaccination proof. This requirement may be waived if you have received an exemption through the provincial government.
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