Health Care Aide

Job title: Health Care Aide

Job description: Your Opportunity:

A Health Care Aide is responsible for the implementation and evaluation of patient and family centred care on an acute surgical unit under the direction and supervision of a regulated health care professional in accordance with RAH and AHS policy and procedures. PCU 310 is a 20-bed unit providing care to primary hip, knee & shoulder arthroplasty patients as well as general orthopedic patients. Patients are mostly received from the operating room, but may also come from the emergency department, and directly from medical clinics. We have collaborative care nursing on all shifts with registered nurses, licensed practical nurses and health care aides working collaboratively. HCAs are expected to provide direct care as directed by the nurses which will include working to full scope of practice within current hospital policy. HCAs will be involved in mobilizing our patients within hours after their return from surgery as directed by the RNs and LPNs. PLEASE NOTE: This posting is scheduled to close at 23:59 of the posting end date but may be filled earlier if a Regular Employee who holds a position within this workplace expresses their interest in this vacancy by 23:59 on the 5th calendar day following the posting date. In the event that no Regular Employee from this workplace expresses their interest by the deadline, the vacancy shall be filled under the provisions of the collective agreement.

Description:

As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you are responsible for providing personal assistance, supporting activities of daily living and providing comfort and support services to patients (clients, residents) who require short-term assistance or ongoing support. You will work closely with patients, families, and caregivers spanning the continuum of care in home, community or health care facilities. You will play a key role in providing safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS.

• Classification: Health Care Aide
• Union: AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: Unit 310, Orthopedic Surgery Centre
• Primary Location: Royal Alexandra Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.58
• Posting End Date: 12-JAN-2024
• Employee Class: Regular Part Time
• Date Available: 29-JAN-2024
• Hours per Shift: 11.08
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 24
• Shift Pattern: Days, Nights
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $20.78
• Maximum Salary: $25.26
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

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:

Basic Cardiopulmonary Life Support – Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP) level and expected to be maintained through your employment. 1-year previous primary arthroplasty experience. Experience with supply monitoring and ordering. Familiarity with caring for bariatric patients with mobility restrictions. Demonstrated excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication, time management and priority-setting skills. Demonstrated reliability. Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment. Basic computer skills. To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered, please attach a resume and cover letter with your application. Preferred Qualifications:

Graduate from a recognized health care aide program. 1-year experience with CoACT collaborative practice model. Experience with ESP. Experience with Nurse Call Responder 5. Experience with VernaCare System.

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.

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