Health Care Aide

Job summary

Provide personal assistance and support with patients' daily living needs, including hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation, and safety, in accordance with care plans and facility policies. Work with nurses and the multidisciplinary team, assist with activities, observe and report changes in patients' wellbeing, and help maintain a safe environment.

Job details

Your Opportunity: The Health Care Aide provides patient care services as a regulated worker under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse. This position is located outside of the Calgary city limits (70 km south of Calgary). Health Care Aides must be registered with the CLHA and must be able to provide a letter of confirmation. Description: As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you will work as a collaborative member of the multidisciplinary team, providing personal assistance by supporting activities of daily living and delivering support services to patients (clients, residents) who require short term assistance or ongoing support, in accordance with the patient care plan and facility policies and procedures. In this role, you will work closely with patients, families, and caregivers across the continuum of care in home, community, and health care facilities. You will assist nurses with the provision of routine care to meet patients' hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation, and safety needs; assist with organized activities or programs; and observe and report on patients' mood, health, and wellbeing. Working under the supervision of a regulated health professional, you will assist in maintaining a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors, while supporting effective communication with patients and health care professionals. PLEASE NOTE: Until a new hire provides proof of HCA certification, they will be paid at the uncertified pay grade in accordance with the AUPE AUX Collective Agreement. Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta Classification: Health Care Aide Union: AUPE AUX Unit and Program: Daily Assisted Living Primary Location: Nanton Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.00 Posting End Date: 13-OCT-2026 Employee Class: Casual/Relief Date Available: 23-OCT-2026 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: Varies Shifts per cycle: Varies Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends Days Off: Other Minimum Salary: $26.43 Maximum Salary: $29.58 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable Required Qualifications: Active or eligible for registration or practice permit with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA) as a Health Care Aide, along with proof of education or completion of Health Care Aide Certificate within 18 months of hire. Additional Required Qualifications: Current Basic Cardiac Life Support-Healthcare Provider (BCLS-HCP) required. Graduate from or enrolled in an approved Health Care Aide program or equivalent. Ability to work as a member of a team and to request and accept direction as required. Effective interpersonal and communication skills with patients/clients, families, visitors, and team members. Well-developed time management skills. Ability to handle the physical demands of the position. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in geriatric setting beneficial. Dementia training. Medication Administration Education. It’s Your Move.

What you’ll do

Provide personal assistance and support with patients' daily living needs, including hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation, and safety, in accordance with care plans and facility policies. Work with nurses and the multidisciplinary team, assist with activities, observe and report changes in patients' wellbeing, and help maintain a safe environment.

Requirements

Applicants must be active or eligible for registration or a practice permit as a Health Care Aide with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta, and provide proof of education or complete a Health Care Aide certificate within 18 months of hire. A current BCLS-HCP certification and graduation from or enrollment in an approved Health Care Aide program or equivalent are required, along with teamwork, communication, time-management, and physical capabilities.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Mobility assistance · Preferred
• Dementia care · Preferred
• interpersonal communication · Preferred
• Personal Care · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Personal Care
• Activities Of Daily Living
• Patient Hygiene
• Nutrition Support
• Mobility Assistance
• Patient Safety
• Observation And Reporting
• Teamwork
• Interpersonal Communication
• Time Management
• Basic Cardiac Life Support
• Medication Administration
• Dementia Care

Job areas

• Healthcare

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