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 good 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

- Clear 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)
- Transparent 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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