AgeCare·Edmonton, Alberta
The Health Care Aide provides personal care and performs selected tasks under supervision, responding to resident concerns and ensuring appropriate action is taken. They also assist in maintaining a safe and clean environment, observing and reporting client safety concerns to the supervisor.
At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents' homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us.
The Health Care Aide reporting to Community Care RN Case Managers provides personal care and performs selected tasks, which are within their knowledge and skill, under the direction of their supervisor while adhering to regulatory and standards, policies and procedures.
To respond to resident/client/family concerns and ensure appropriate action taken within decision making authority and or concern communicated to supervisor;
To assist in maintaining a safe and cleanly environment, including residents/clients equipment , belongings, and nursing equipment;
To observe & report to the Client Service Supervisor any concerns regarding clients safety, including physical environment, implement interventions as directed by his/her supervisor & advocate on client behalf to ensure client safety is maintained;
To engage with other agencies involved in resident/client care as directed;
To attend in services to develop knowledge and skills;
To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);
To uphold and promote the organizations values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Code of Conduct.
If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!
Candidates must be graduates of a Health Care Aide program (or provincial equivalent with minimum 500 hours) and have experience working with seniors in a community health setting. Required attributes include strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to perform physical tasks like lifting/transferring clients.
Market context
In Alberta, nursing employers commonly look for licensed practical nurses who can work in senior or long-term care settings, and experience in gerontology or rehabilitation can strengthen an application. These roles are competitive because current LPN registration, CPR, First Aid, and a Vulnerable Sector Check are often required, while relocation support, health benefits, paid time off, training, and education may be offered. Before applying, confirm your credentials are current and note that the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, which can save research time.