Health Care Aide - Jobs in Red Deer region

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Your Opportunity: U33 is the Neurology and General Medicine unit at Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre. We are a 36 bed acute care inpatient unit that houses the Central Zone Neurologist and Red Deer Stroke Programs. We are the primary care centre for stroke and neurology patients, with all nursing staff getting specially trained in caring for these populations. The unit also cares for a wide range of general internal medicine and hospitalist patients, which provides countless opportunities to develop wide ranging nursing skills and experiences. The unit uses Collaborative Care where teams of RNs, LPNs, and HCAs work together to their full scopes alongside a vast interdisciplinary team. The unit offers extensive educational opportunities and strives to provide stroke unit care at the same levels as Edmonton and Calgary. Mentorship, professional development, and the experiences that come with our varied population helps nurses gain a unique set of skills so that they can work towards many different future career paths if desired. Chances to get involved in quality improvement strategies and research projects are always available as well. New hires can look forward to a comprehensive orientation and mentorship as staff grow and progress in their leadership skills alongside their nursing teammates as well as potential opportunities to cross train to other medical units. Of course, just like many acute care units, each shift can look different than the next and at times it may seem that organized chaos is following you around. However, on U33 we use patience, empathy, peer support, communication, and humour to keep our work lives balanced and enjoyable. If these traits describe you, come meet a work family of wonderful human beings just like you! 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 33, Neurologyamp; Medicine Primary Location: Red Deer Regional Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.00 Posting End Date: 22-JAN-2024 Employee Class: Casual/Relief Date Available: 01-FEB-2024 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: Varies Shifts per cycle: Varies Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, On Call Days Off: Other Minimum Salary: $20.78 Maximum Salary: $25.26 Vehicle Requirement: Not ApplicableRequired 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: Previous experience in a neurology and/or stroke, medical acute care, or rural acute care setting is required. To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered please attach a resume and cover letter with your application. Preferred Qualifications: As required.