Position Summary

We are currently seeking a Health Care Assistant (Patient Care Aide) to join our team on the combined medical/surgical unit at Creston Valley Hospital in Creston, BC.

Creston Valley Hospital (CVH) is a rural site that offers a number of services including a part-time operating room for scheduled day procedures, a 10 bed Emergency department and 20 acute care beds for medical gerontology, obstetrics, pediatrics and palliative nursing care. Our supportive team of healthcare professionals make Creston Valley a great place to work and Nurses are offered the opportunity to further develop their knowledge and skill set, in a supportive environment

As the Health Care Assistant (Patient Care Aide), you will work as a key team member of an interdisciplinary team that provides patient care within the hospital. Working under the direction of RN’s and LPN’s, Patient Care Aides follow established care plans and routines to deliver the best patient care possible.

Some typical duties and responsibilities:
• Assist patients with personal care and activities of daily living
• Assist with patient mobility, transfers and related equipment
• Perform nursing procedures such as taking temperature, pulse and respiration
• Housekeeping activities relating to maintaining a safe and healthy environment
• Observe and report changes in patient progress, symptoms and condition
• Perform clerical duties and other related duties

This is a part-time (0.95 FTE) project position until July 31, 2023, working rotating days and evenings with shift times of 06:00 to 14:00, and 14:00 to 22:00.

Are you looking for a chance to be part of a fast paced, vibrant medical/surgical unit and work alongside a team of LPNs and RNs? This might just be the opportunity you were looking for. Apply today to join the team!

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant / Health Care Program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Registration with the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker registry (please include your number)

*Along with a copy of your resume or CV, please upload a copy of your certificate.*

Comments

This posting is covered by the Provincial Health Officer’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccination orders and selected applicant(s) must comply.

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