Excel Society·Edmonton, Alberta
Assist and support individuals in their daily routines and ensure quality care delivery.
Provide care within Health Care Competencies.
Implement the care plan in coordination with the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and provide input when adjustments are required.
Maintain ongoing liaison with team members and significant others.
Refer clients and family members to appropriate health care team members when issues exceed the worker’s role boundaries.
Build rapport and maintain respectful relationships and communication with clients and family.
Help meet physical, mental, emotional, psychosocial, and cultural/spiritual needs; identify stress sources/signs and provide support using active listening.
Support and encourage teamwork and communication culture.
Check equipment for defects, report defective equipment, and comply with infection control and isolation procedures.
Recognize preventative initiatives and follow guidelines for prevention of fire and electrical accidents.
Become acquainted with clients, demonstrate awareness/understanding of client needs, and observe/report client status.
Encourage and support clients’ efforts to maintain/enhance health and wellness; assist with maintaining a clean, healthy, safe home environment.
Respect clients’ rights to confidentiality, privacy, independence, well-being, and choice.
Recognize and report signs of client abuse.
Recognize, respond to, document, and report altered client behaviours; complete daily shift client charting
HCA certificate from an institution recognized by Alberta Health Services as evidenced through enrollment in the CLHA Directory (mandate). Maintain certification in First Aid and CPR Level C. Satisfactory current criminal record check
Market context
Health Care Aide roles in Alberta are typically in steady demand across long-term care, home care, and acute care settings. Competition often centers on candidates who already hold the required HCA certificate, current First Aid and CPR Level C, and a satisfactory criminal record check. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your CLHA Directory enrollment before applying.