Health Care Aide Long Term Care

6 days ago

Wetaskiwin, Canada Alberta Health Services Full-time

Support seniors’ daily living needs as a Health Care Aide at Wetaskiwin Hospital & Care Ctr. Work across days, evenings, nights, and weekends.

This casual Health Care Aide position supports Seniors Health - Long Term Care within Assisted Living Alberta. You will provide personal assistance and support services to patients, clients, and residents requiring short-term or ongoing care. Working with nurses and regulated health professionals, you will follow care plans, facility policies, and procedures. The position involves collaboration with patients, families, caregivers, and health care professionals across the continuum of care. Certification requirements include active or eligible registration or a practice permit with CLHA, plus proof of education or completion of a Health Care Aide Certificate within 18 months of hire.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support activities of daily living according to patient care plans
  • Assist nurses with hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation, and safety
  • Observe and report patients’ mood, health, and wellbeing
  • Assist with organized activities or programs
  • Maintain safe environments for patients, staff, and visitors

Requirements:

  • Active or eligible CLHA registration or practice permit
  • Proof of education or Health Care Aide Certificate completion
  • Complete certificate requirements within 18 months of hire
  • Satisfactory criminal record check or Vulnerable Sector Search
  • Ability to support patients under regulated professional supervision

Bring daily living support, patient observation, and safe care practices to Seniors Health - Long Term Care in Wetaskiwin.