Patient Care Aide (225600)
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Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
In accordance with the Vision Purpose and Values and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient & staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Clinical Coordinator or designate under the direction of a Registered Nurse and the interdisciplinary health care team and in accordance with an established plan of care the Patient Care Aide delivers personal care to patients to meet their identified physical emotional therapeutic rehabilitative needs; documents vital signs and care provided; maintains equipment and supplies.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education Training And Experience
Grade 10 plus graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant program or an equivalent combination of education training and experience. Registration with the BC Care Aide Registry.
Skills And Abilities
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Ability to deal with others effectively
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position
- Ability to organize work
- Ability to operate related equipment such as a computer
- Ability to keyboard 30 wpm
Requirements
Key Skills
About Company
Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority) is one of British Columbia’s five regional health authorities. With 20,000 employees and 1,900 physician partners, Island Health provides a comprehensive range of progressive health services to the 765,000 residents of Vancouver Island ... View more
