Patient Care Aide, Families in Recovery

4 days ago


Vancouver, Canada PHSA Full time

**Patient Care Aide**

BC Women’s Hospital + Health Centre

Vancouver BC

**As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.**

The Care Aide works under the functional direction of a Registered Nurse/Clinical Nurse Coordinator or other designate and in cooperation with interdisciplinary team members to assist in the delivery of client care in accordance with established policies, standards and procedures.

**What you’ll do**
- Establish and maintain therapeutic relationships with patients/clients/families and provide support following established care plans; greet patients/clients/families, assist with storage of personal belongings and creation of a safe/comfortable environment, provide orientation of room and unit, and maintain confidentiality and respect for the patient’s rights and privacy.
- Assist in the delivery of nursing care under the functional direction of a Registered Nurse and performs duties such as recording of blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height and weight; administering sterile and/or non-sterile dressings; personal hygiene such as bathing, grooming, oral care and feeding as required; assisting clinicians in positioning and holding children during procedures; obtaining specimens such as urine.
- Respond to call bells/alarms by alerting the appropriate health care team member and/or assisting as necessary.
- Respond to emergent situations by calling appropriate code and assisting care team in accordance with unit/program guidelines.
- Observe and monitor patient/client progress, symptoms and behavioural changes and reports significant observations such as discomfort and/or pain, changes in vital signs, weight, body measurements, skin breakdowns, unusual incidents and/or accidents, and feedback from the client into the care planning progress to the Registered Nurse or designate.
- Utilize mechanical aides such as specialty beds, lifts, slide boards, mobilizers, wheelchairs and stretchers to transport clients; provide assistance with positioning, lifting and/or transferring clients utilizing established lifting/safety techniques, and accompany patient/clients to provide assistance as required.
- Maintain supplies in utility areas, supply cupboards, resident washrooms, bedside tables and storage areas; check supply sheets to identify items and quantities required; notify others of depleting stock and replenishes accordingly; tidy supply cupboards, shelves and other areas as required.

**What you bring**
- 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

You also have the ability to:

- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Organize work an prioritize workload.
- Deal with others effectively.
- Operate related equipment.
- Carry out the duties of the position.

**What we bring**

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too - offering health, wellness, development programs to support you - at work and at home.
- Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations - offering vast opportunities for growth and development.
- Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
- Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
- Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
- PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
- Perks include access to fitness classes and discounts to 350 BC-wide recreational programs, travel, technology, car and bike sharing, and more.

**Job Type**:Regular Part-Time (0.74 FTE)

**Wage**:$25.83 per hour

**Location**:4500 Oak Street, Vancouver BC, V6H 2N9

**Hours of Work**:Rotating schedule; 1500-2300

**Requisition # **130261

**What we do**

BC Women's Hospital & Health Centre (BCW) is dedicated to improving the health of women, newborns and families through a comprehensive range of services, research and education. BCW is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our val



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