Requisition ID

413773

Position Number

2RPWpchHCAMC-09

City

Brandon

Employer

Prairie Mountain Health

Site

Prairie Mountain Health - Rideau Park Personal Care Home (Brandon)

Department / Unit

Long Term Care

Job Stream

Clinical Support

Anticipated Start Date - End Date

11/20/2026 - 03/23/2027

Reason for Term

Maternity Leave

Union

MGEU

FTE

1.0

Anticipated Shift

Days; Evenings

Daily Hours Worked

7.75

Salary

As per collective agreement

Term Details

The said term position is a result of a "MATERNITY/PARENTAL LEAVE OF ABSENCE" which may expire sooner than the date indicated, subject to a minimum two (2) weeks notice or one (1) pay period, whichever is longer.

Position Summary

The Health Care Aide provides direct client care and environmental support within established standards of care, policies and procedures. The Health Care Aide functions in meeting the special and changing needs of clients and assisting them in reaching and maintaining optimum health and independence within the limits of their abilities under the direction of the team leader.

Qualifications

- Health Care Aide Certificate from a recognized program
- Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Training as per PPG-00002 Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Other combinations of education and experience may be considered
- Demonstrated organizational skills, and the ability to work independently
- Demonstrated communication skills
- Demonstrated flexibility to facilitate changes in techniques and procedures
- Ability to display independent judgment
- Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population




- Ability to respect and promote confidentiality
- Ability to perform the duties of the position on a regular basis

Overview

- Assist clients in activities of daily living, striving to maintain self-respect, dignity, and independence by encouraging and allowing clients to care for themselves within the limits of their abilities as described in the client’s record. Integrate the Resident Bill of Rights (Long Term Care) into care.
- Follow individualized client care plans, provide feedback to improve care, and communicate/report client changes to the team leader.
- Document care according to policy.
- Document observations and care provided in the client’s health record and/or appropriate flow sheets as per policies and procedures (e.g., clinical documentation, fluid balance records).
- Provide or assist clients with personal hygiene as per the care plan, including but not limited to bathing (tub, shower, complete or partial bed bath); grooming (washing hands, face, and perineal area; shampooing and combing hair; shaving; nail care); skin care (back rubs and skincare); oral care (mouth care, teeth, and dentures); and dressing/undressing. Assist clients with the care of personal belongings and clothing.




- Provide or assist clients with elimination needs as per the care plan, including but not limited to assisting with bathroom use, providing bedpans or urinals, changing incontinent briefs, providing perineal care, and caring for urinary drainage systems as per procedure.
- Provide or assist clients with mobility as per the care plan and assist dependent clients with meals and feeding. Distribute between-meal nourishment and supplements and encourage consumption.
- Provide or assist clients with elimination needs as per the care plan, including assistance with bathroom use, bedpans or urinals, changing incontinent briefs, providing perineal care, caring for urinary drainage systems, and assisting with ostomy care using proper technique and protected use of supplies. Replace established (chronic) ostomy systems and notify the team leader of any signs of skin breakdown.
- Provide or assist clients with observations and measurements as per the care plan, including reporting changes in condition to the team leader, updating bowel movement records each shift, weighing clients, recording intake and output as required, and documenting care on applicable flow sheets.
- Provide or assist with the application and care of compression stockings, tensors, braces, and splints as directed according to the client care plan.
- Provide or assist with necessary safety measures in accordance with policies and procedures, including but not limited to side rails, seat belts, wheelchair pedals, management of disoriented or aggress

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