Nursing Unit Assistant jobs in Salt Spring Island, BC

• riminal Record Check and TB test will be required as part of employment
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• ue to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from us within 7 days of submitting your application, please consider reapplying at a later date.
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OSITION: Health Care Assistant

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chedules: Evening, Night, Weekend, Holiday

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idney All Care Residence is a privately owned long-term care residence that prides itself in first-class 24-hour care for our residents. All of our team members are compassionate, caring and dedicated to our roles and our residents. We are looking for Health Care Assistant who shares our Vision, Mission, and Values. If you are that person, we want to talk to you.

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ummary of position:

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eporting to the Director of Care (DOC) and under the supervision and direction of the Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse, the Health Care Assistant (HCA) assists the residents in activities of daily living to meet physical, emotional, psychosocial and spiritual needs and maintain optimal functioning while promoting residents’ autonomy and choice. This is a high trust position where the HCA provides the closest and most intimate care to our residents; we expect all care staff to display a caring attitude and resident centered approach to their jobs.

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enefits we offer are:

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• eekend Premiums
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• ree secure underground parking
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• n site gym
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• mployee Engagement and Events
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he responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

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• ssists the resident in maintaining a high level of personal hygiene including bathing, dressing, grooming, mouth care, skin care, nail care and hair care according to individual resident care needs as specified on the resident’s care plan. Provides bathing as per resident care plan;
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• ssists resident in meeting nutritional needs by encouraging independence with eating and drinking and providing assistance when and as required. Prepares and delivers nourishments and snacks. Promotes and provides adequate hydration based on resident needs. Assists in serving and feeding the resident as well as cleaning up the dining area after each meal. Notes and records or reports changes in appetites and food preferences to the nurse/dietitian;
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• n accordance with safety guidelines and based on the resident’s care plan, assists residents rest and mobilization based on their current condition/ability. This includes use of the pre- handling check and adherence to all safety protocols for transferring, use of mechanical lifts, bath lifts, use of transfer belts, assisting with walking, and ambulation by wheelchair/therapeutic chair, positioning in bed or wheelchair and use of commode;
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• n accordance with established policies and procedures, encourages independence in maintaining continence, which will include: routine toileting, changing incontinence product applying and caring for urinary drainage systems, ostomy care. Collects specimens and record intake and outputs. May administer suppositories and enemas under the direction of the RN/LPN;
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• ocuments observations about the residents’ condition and care given on the health record using appropriate forms and reports changes in resident condition to the care team. Participation the development of resident care plans in collaboration with the care team.
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he ideal candidate will possess:

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• raduate of a recognized Nursing Assistant Program such as a Health Care Assistant program or equivalent education, experience, and training;
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• ust be registered, and in good standing with BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry;
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• trong competency with operating computers and health-related technology;
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• bility to work as a part of an interdisciplinary team and communicate with residents, families, and peers effectively;
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• bility to prioritize and manage assigned workload.
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• riminal Record Check and TB test will be required as part of employment
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