About the Role The Newborn Medical Support Aide provides direct, hands‑on overnight support to a medically complex newborn in the family's home in NW Calgary. The child requires a G‑tube and constant support, monitoring, and delicate care throughout the night. This role requires steady clinical competence, close attention to detail, and comfort working as part of a broader medical and therapeutic team supporting the child's care. The successful candidate must be comfortable working in a home with household pets.
Application Deadline September 21, 2026
Who We’re Looking For? Is genuinely passionate about supporting medically complex infants and their families
Has hands‑on experience or training in G‑tube feeding support and care for infants requiring constant monitoring
Brings a calm, attentive, and delicate touch to overnight medical care
Is proficient with digital documentation platforms for case notes and care records
Communicates clearly and professionally with a multidisciplinary care team
Is comfortable and confident working in a home with household pets
Is reliable and able to commit to a consistent Sunday–Wednesday overnight schedule
Key Responsibilities Provide direct, hands‑on overnight care to a newborn requiring constant support, monitoring, and delicate handling
Provide G‑tube feeding support in accordance with training and the child's individualized care plan
Monitor the infant closely throughout the overnight shift and respond appropriately to any medical concerns
Administer medication in accordance with the individual care plan and physician direction, as trained
Support safe sleep, positioning, and comfort throughout the night
Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration Work as a valued member of a multidisciplinary care team including the child's surgeon, pediatrician, nutritionist, therapist, and LPNs




Communicate clearly and consistently with the family and broader care team regarding the child's overnight status and any concerns
Participate in care conferences and planning meetings as required
Documentation & Communication Complete accurate, timely digital case notes and care documentation for every shift
Document and report Critical Incident Reports (CIRs) in accordance with BSR policy
Provide a thorough shift handover to the incoming caregiver, covering feeding, monitoring, and any notable events
Qualifications & Education Active registration as a Health Care Aide (HCA) on the Alberta HCA registry, in valuable standing [assumed, consistent with BSR & other pediatric medical support roles — please confirm]
CPR First Aid Level C, current
Required Experience Demonstrated experience or training in G‑tube feeding and care for infants requiring constant monitoring
Comfort and competence working overnight with a medically fragile newborn
Required Skills Proficiency with digital documentation platforms for case notes and care records
Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team including surgeons, pediatricians, nutritionists, therapists, and LPNs
Comfort working in a home with household pets
Required Clearances Transparent Police Information Check (completed within the last 6 months)
Clear Child Intervention Record Check (completed within the last 6 months)




Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence and reliable personal vehicle with third‑party liability insurance
Assets (not Required, But Valued) Experience supporting infants in a NICU, hospital, or complex home‑care setting
Familiarity with FSCD, Jordan's Principle, or other pediatric medical funding systems
Experience with ShareVision, FAMCare, or StoryPark documentation platforms
Supporting Documentation Required Active registration as a Health Care Aide (HCA) on the Alberta HCA registry [assumed — please confirm]
CPR First Aid Level C (current)
Clear Police Information Check (completed within the last 6 months)
Clear Child Intervention Record Check (completed within the last 6 months)
Demonstrated experience or training in G‑tube feeding and care for medically fragile infants
Proficiency with digital case‑note documentation
Comfort working in a home with household pets
Availability for the full Sunday–Wednesday 10:00 PM – 8:00 AM overnight schedule
Job Type Full‑Time
Salary $24.55 – $26.85 per hour
Ability to Commute/Relocate Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence and reliable personal vehicle with third‑party liability insurance
What We Offer? A meaningful full‑time role supporting a medically complex infant and their family
A supportive, values‑driven team culture at a CARF‑accredited organization that truly cares
Alberta Blue Cross extended health coverage (following 90‑day probationary period)
Health Spending Account
Paid vacation, personal days, and sick days
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
A consistent, predictable weekly schedule (Sunday–Wednesday overnights)
Work Location Client home — NW Calgary, Alberta
Expected Start Date October 4, 2026
Language English

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📌 Newborn Medical Support Aide (Alberta)
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