Health Care Aide
- (Casual) Casual
- On Call Senior Manager, Clinical Operations and Services The Health Care Aide at Phoenix Society works under the functional direction of a Licensed Practical Nurse or other designate, and in cooperation with the interdisciplinary team, to assist in the delivery of client care in accordance with established policies, standards and procedures. Assist and support clients with their life skills and pre-established care plans Greet patients/clients/families, assist with storage of personal belongings and creation of a safe/comfortable environment, provide orientation of room and unit, and maintain confidentiality and respect for the patient’s rights and privacy Assist in the delivery of nursing care under the functional direction of a Licensed Practical Nurse or designate and perform duties such as recording of blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height and weight; supporting personal hygiene such as bathing, grooming, oral care and feeding as required; assisting clinicians in positioning and holding children during procedures; Report significant observations such as discomfort and/or pain, changes in vital signs, weight, body measurements, skin breakdowns, unusual incidents and/or accidents, and feedback from the client into the care planning progress to the Licensed Practical Nurse or designate Respond to call bells/alarms by alerting the appropriate health care team member and/or assisting as necessary. Respond to emergent situations by calling appropriate code and assisting care team in accordance with unit/program guidelines Utilize mechanical aides such as specialty beds, lifts, slide boards, mobilizers, wheelchairs and stretchers to transport clients. Provide assistance with positioning,



lifting and/or transferring clients utilizing established lifting/safety techniques, and accompany patient/clients to provide assistance Retrieve lab results and patient information from external systems Provide input regarding improvements to client care and the productive and safe operation of the area ensure call light/bell is within reach, make beds, apply side-rail requirements, empty urine bags, handle workplace hazardous materials according to procedures, and report all incidents, equipment problems and potential safety issues Clean equipment in the shared space such as wipe washing exam tables, wall mounted exam equipment, blood pressure units, overhead lamps, and measurement scales prior to the next patient Maintain supplies in utility areas, supply cupboards, resident washrooms, bedside tables and storage areas; Participate in team meetings, discussions and/or related training sessions Perform related clerical duties such as answering telephones; Resident Care Attendant Certificate and current registration with the BC Care Aid registry is required Recent, related experience of one year providing trauma-informed acute or community health nursing care/services to patients who have a combination of physical, psychiatric and/or concurrent substance abuse/misuse disorders, or equivalent Or an equivalent combination of education, training,



and experience Or other Qualifications determined to be reasonable and relevant to the level of work Satisfactory completion of a criminal records check with vulnerable sector screening is required Satisfactory completion of Employee Immunization Record form is required First Aid 1 and Current CPR certificate is required Knowledge of community health nursing theory including mental health and addictions, communicable diseases, primary care and practice within a patient/family-centered approach Knowledge of facilitation, mediation, and conflict resolution techniques Knowledge of computer literacy to operate a computerized patient care information system and word processing, spreadsheet, Internet and e-mail software Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally in English Demonstrated commitment to the social sector with a passion for the organization’s mission is essential Actively seeks and incorporates feedback to inform continuous self-improvement Job Knowledge & Quality of Work Consistently produces accurate, thorough, high-quality work in a timely manner Builds and promotes a culture of health and safety in the workplace Implements and enforces best practices in health and safety within the workplace Expresses themselves clearly and professionally both verbally and in writing Displays high emotional intelligence; Personal Leadership Models the organization’s core values of social justice, teamwork, social innovation, and strength-based practices Fosters enthusiasm, energy and commitment Takes responsibility for personal actions, performance and health Phoenix is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from people of all gender identities and expressions, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples an

📌 Health Care Aide - (Casual) (Vancouver)
🏢 Phoenix Drug & Alcohol Recovery & Education Society
📍 Vancouver