03 Oct
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Interior Health
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Keremeos
03 Oct
Interior Health
Keremeos
Position SummaryInterior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Care Aide to join our Long-term Care team at Orchard Haven in Keremeos, BC. If delivering patient-centered care is your passion and you are a reliable, flexibl, living in the Keremeos area and interested in working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment,Who We AreInterior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work life balance is promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve.What We OfferEmployee & Family Assistance ProgramEmployer paid training/education opportunitiesGenerous Vacation EntitlementEmployer Paid Health BenefitsMunicipal Pension PlanShift PremiumsCompetitive wagesAbout the JobAs the Care Aide you will work as an integral part of a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team, who provide care and support in a long-term care setting. Working under the direction of RN's and LPN's, Care Aide's have key responsibilities in the individual care plan for each patient, ensuring their physical, emotional and social needs are supported, while promoting maximum independence.Typical duties include:Assisting with personal care and activities of daily livingAssisting with mobility,
transfers and related equipmentPerforming nursing procedures such as taking temperature, pulse and respirationHousekeeping activities relating to maintaining a safe and healthy environmentObserving and reporting changes in patient behavior and conditionAccompanying clients on outings and during social activitiesPerforming clerical duties and delegated tasksThis is a Casual opportunity. Casual Employees are not guaranteed hours of work and can range from 0-37.5 hours per week on an as-needed basis.About this LocationKeremeos is a vibrant, agricultural community located in the beautiful Similkameen Valley of British Columbia. The valley area is home to many ranches, orchards and wineries due to its year round mild, dry climate with long hot summers! Whether you like to swim in the fresh, clean waters of the Similkameen River, take a leisurely rafting trip, hike or bike through stunning scenery - Keremeos has it all!Come join our team and see why we're one of one of B.C's Top Employers!Explore our extensive perks, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work?QualficationsGrade 10Graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant / Health Care Aide Program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experienceRegistration with the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker registry (please include your active number)
📌 Care Aide | Long Term Care (Keremeos)
🏢 Interior Health
📍 Keremeos