Newborn Medical Support Aide (Alberta)

Newborn Medical Support Aide (Alberta)

22 Sep
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Brightstarrespite
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Alberta

22 Sep

Brightstarrespite

Alberta

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.

Who We're Looking For?
You are someone who:

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

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
Direct Medical & Personal Care

Provide direct, hands-on overnight care to a newborn requiring constant support, monitoring, and

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

Requirements
Qualifications & Education
Required Certification & Registration

Active registration as a Health Care Aide (HCA) on the Alberta HCA registry, in positive standing

[assumed, consistent with BSR & other pediatric medical support roles — please confirm]

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
Mandatory Requirements

Active registration as a Health Care Aide (HCA) on the Alberta HCA registry [assumed — please confirm]

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

$24.55 – $26.85 per hour

Ability to Commute/Relocate
Valid Class 5 Driver's License and reliable personal vehicle with third-party liability insurance

Application Question(s)
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)

License/Certification

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)

Valid Class 5 Driver's License and reliable personal vehicle with third-party liability insurance

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📌 Newborn Medical Support Aide (Alberta)
🏢 Brightstarrespite
📍 Alberta

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