The Health Care Aide provides direct resident care, including bathing, feeding, and mobility assistance under the supervision of a Staff Nurse. They also perform routine care procedures and accompany residents to various activities within the facility.
A Health Care Aide (HCA) works as a member of the care team, collaborating on the delivery of resident care, to meet individual needs within the level of knowledge, skill sets & competency.
The HCA, under the supervision of a Staff Nurse, applies this knowledge and these skills to provide a wide variety of safe and thorough basic care and services to residents.
What You Will Do Bath, shower, and wash residents according to the NCP to promote resident personal comfort and well-being according to strict water temperature control procedures.
Transfer/assist with resident transfers in and out of bed, to and from wheelchair, commode, or toilet, using appropriate Engineering Controls (Ceiling Lifts, Mechanical Lifts) and Personal Protective Equipment Controls (Transfer Belt).
Feed/assist with feeding residents during meals and nourishment/snack times.
Refer to care plan for appropriate diet to each resident.
Provide routine treatments (e.g. skin creams, bowel protocols) and care procedures to residents, under the direction of the Staff Nurse.
Assist residents to travel about the facility.
Assist residents to and from the Dining Room for meals.
Moving can be assisting the resident to walk without or with mechanical aids: walkers, wheelchairs and other types of positioning chairs (i.e.
Broda Chairs).
Assist residents to and from the Beauty Parlor, physiotherapy, and recreation activities.
Accompany residents to social and therapy functions inside our facility.
What You Bring One year of experience in continuing care or related environment is preferred.
Post-secondary education an asset.
Must be fluent in English, both orally and in writing.
Completion of a recognized Personal Care Aide (PCA/HCA 2002 or greater) Certificate Course or Equivalent Education Certificate.
Active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses and Health Care Aides of Alberta (CLHA).
Great Pay & Benefits: Competitive salary with health benefits and paid time off. Career Growth: Opportunities for training, education, and advancement. Supportive Culture: A diverse and inclusive team where everyone is valued. Meaningful Work: Make a real impact on our residents' lives. Community Feel: Build strong connections with residents, their families, and your colleagues.
Candidates must hold a recognized Personal Care Aide or Health Care Aide certificate and possess active registration with the CLHA. One year of experience in a continuing care environment is preferred, along with strong English communication skills.
Market context
In British Columbia, nursing roles are typically in steady demand across hospitals, community care, and specialty units, with competition often strongest for positions that require recent clinical experience or post-basic education. Candidates with current BCCNM RN registration, Basic Life Support (Level C) where required, and experience aligned to the unit usually stand out. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then match your resume to the specific unit skills and recent experience listed.