24 Sep
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Brightstarrespite
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Calgary
24 Sep
Brightstarrespite
Calgary
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 good 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
📌 Newborn Medical Support Aide (Calgary)
🏢 Brightstarrespite
📍 Calgary