Health Care Aide (0.70FTE) - Temporary

at  Park Place Seniors Living

JOB SUMMARY

As a valued interdisciplinary team member the Health Care Aide, under the direction of the Nurse, assists residents with the activities of daily living to address personal, social, physical and recreational needs. Performs all duties in a safe, caring manner according to residents’ wishes and PPSL policies and procedures. Aim of care is to promote independence and optimal functioning of residents’ mind, body and spirit. Treats residents with dignity and demonstrates an attitude of caring. The Health Care Aide ensures a commitment to resident safety and to our “culture of safety” as per PPSL Strategic Directions.

QUALIFICATION

• Recognized HCA Certificate
• Proof of HCA Directory of Alberta
• Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector within 6 months

• Provides care and support to residents following their individualized care plans (eg. Resident’s Day). When appropriate, encourages resident participation in activities of daily living. Establishes and maintains therapeutic relationships with the resident and significant others.
• Provides personal care to residents including assisting the resident with bathing, dressing, care of skin and hair; changing beds; assisting with toilet needs; and overseeing resident exercise routines.
• Following individualized resident lift and transfer assessment, safely lifts, transfers and/or positions residents to provide and maintain good body alignment and comfort. Assists residents with ambulation as needed within the Home.
• Contributes to the development and ongoing changes to the residents’ individualized plan of care, including attending and providing input into resident interdisciplinary care plan meetings. Advocates for the interest of the resident and significant others.
• Administers scheduled oral, rectal and/or topical medications. Under the direction of the nurse administer PRN topical medications in accordance with PPSL and pharmaceutical policies and procedures.
• Assists residents with meals by serving and collecting meal trays and feeding designated residents, maintaining intake and output records as required.