Continuing Care Assistant

2 days ago

Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada Shannex Full time


Job Description

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living.

We are searching for a Continuing Care Assistant to join our Opal Ridge Enhanced Care team based in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you've made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

Approximate hourly wage: $ $22.22Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program Life, travel, and other insurancesAccess to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit planPension planVacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance Free onsite parkingAccess to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment eventsAccess to continuing education and training through Shannex's Centre of ExcellenceOpportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

Assists residents with hygiene and daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, oral care, skin care, meals, and mobilizing according to the work assignment.Assists with resident's special needs, e.g. eye care, colostomy, and catheter Assists in restorative care e.g. walking, range of motion Provides mealtime assistance when required Provides snacks, morning and afternoon fluid passes and night lunches, while monitoring intake Documents according to facility policy e.g. Daily Resident Care Record, resident progress notes, initiating medication incident reports, servery documentation and audits, incident reports etc. Communicates and reports pertinent and relevant information and/or observations to the Supervisor Collaborates with the resident and other members of the interdisciplinary team in the development of individualized Resident Care Plan;Assists in the planning and implementation of resident leisure activities on a daily basis;Assists with light housekeeping duties;Performs delegated nursing acts according to company policy and scope of practice;Communicates and reports relevant information regarding resident care or safety to Supervisor.

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

Completion of Continuing Care Assistant program or equivalency according to the CCA Entry to Practice Policy You are registered in Nova Scotia's CCA registry as per the Continuing Care Assistants Registry ActYou hold a valid CPR/Frist Aid certification (required)You can work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays, Completed Alzheimer's and Dementia Care course considered an asset;Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices. Knowledge of principles of personal care including bathing, oral hygiene .Ability to utilize technology (i.e. Electronic Health Care Records) A completed Back in Form Lift & Transfer Program is considered an asset. Bilingualism in French/English is considered an assetPrevious working experience with elderly in long-term care or a senior living environment an asset.A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and careAdditional duties as required.

About Us

Shannex is a family-owned organization with a vision of Better Living for every stage of life. Since 1988, Shannex has grown from a single nursing home in Cape Breton to a trusted partner across healthcare, hospitality and lifestyle sectors. With locations in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Ontario, Shannex continues to build communities designed for connection, wellbeing and longevity. Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life, Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences, Parkland at Home, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Shannex Enhanced Care. Shannex also provides Transitional Health Services, in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information, visit

If you're ready to join the Shannex team of Great People, apply today

Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization.  Shannex believes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals, where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex, every team member belongs.

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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