Position Overview

Under the leadership and direction of the Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse as team leaders, the Uncertified Health Care Aide (UHCA) provides support and assistance to residents/patients in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as identified in the care plan. The UHCA works to full scope of practice and engages in education and certifications to maintain competency. Person‑centered care is provided according to established standards of practice, including but not limited to, Accreditation Canada Standards, Personal Care Home Standards, and legislative requirements.

The incumbent exercises the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed and action to be taken on unusual matters. The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values; and the policies of Southern Health‑Santé Sud.

Aperçu du poste:

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Experience

• One to two (1-2) years’ experience working in a health care setting preferred.
• One to two (1-2) years’ experience preferably caring for elderly or disabled clients preferred.

Expérience:

• Une à deux (1-2) années d’expérience de travail dans le milieu des soins de santé, de préférence.
• Une à deux (1-2) années d’expérience de travail auprès des personnes âgées ou de clients handicapés, de préférence.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Minimum Grade 12 education.
• Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Formation (degré/diplôme/certificat):

• Diplôme de 12e année requis ou l’équivalent.
• D’autres combinaisons d’études et d’expérience peuvent être prises en considération.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Current Basic Life Support (B and S) certification (Acute Care).

Certification/permis d’exercice/enregistrement:

• Certificat en règle de Soins immédiats en réanimation (SIR) (Soins actifs).

Qualifications and Skills

• Proficiency of both official languages is essential (English/French).
• Knowledge of Confidentiality/privacy requirements following The Personal Health Information Act (PHIA) and Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) legislation.
• Knowledge of Workplace safety requirements following Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS).
• Knowledge of Violence Prevention Program (VPP) training and processes.
• Knowledge of SCHIPP training and processes.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize assigned workload.
• Demonstrated ability to perform as a team member and seek assistance as needed.
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Demonstrated ability to interact well with others.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to work in stressful environments which may include aggressive and/or agitated individuals.
• Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population is required. …

Physical Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job.
• No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions.
• May work occasionally evenings and weekends as necessary.
• May be required to travel to other regional facilities if required by the duties of the position.

Exigences physiques:

• Capacité démontrée à répondre aux exigences physiques et mentales du poste.
• Pas de conditions dangereuses ou significativement désagréables.
• Possibilités de travailler occasionnellement le soir et la fin de semaine, selon les besoins.
• Possibilités d’avoir à se rendre dans d’autres établissements régionaux si les fonctions du poste l'exigent.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.

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