Uncertified Health Care Aide

The Uncertified Health Care Aide (HCA) is a member of the health care team, working under the direction of the
Registered Nurse and/or Licensed Practical Nurse. Responsible for performing and assisting with duties related to
meeting client/patient/resident personal needs in accordance with the established policies and procedures.
Functions effectively in a dynamic and demanding environment utilizing the nursing process of assessment,
planning, implementation and evaluation.

The incumbent must fulfill the requirements of the Criminal Records/Vulnerable Person, Child Abuse Registry
Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check, and adhere to all Northern Health Region (NHR) policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Grade 10 education or equivalent

• Current certification from a recognized Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) or obtain within three

• Working knowledge of Windows based programs and Internet

• Demonstrates understanding of the role of the Health Care Aide within a health care setting

• Effective verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to speak an Indigenous language is an asset, preferably Cree, Dene or Michif

• Respects and promotes a culturally diverse population

• Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team and independently with minimal supervision

• Good organizational skills

• Successful candidate subject to provide security checks in accordance with Security Checks for Employment

For a full listing of qualifications please:

• Internal Candidates: Refer to the Job Description which is posted on the Intranet under

• External Candidates: Contact Human Resources to request a copy
  

Northern RHA strives to have a diverse workforce in an inclusive and accessible workplace,
which provides opportunity for reasonable accommodation.

Indigenous applicants are encouraged to self-declare when submitting applications & resumes.

We thank all candidates for applying. Only those selected for interview will be contacted.

Using Google Chrome, Apply online at www.northernhealthregion.ca

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Note: In the event of technical difficulties with the online application, please contact Human Resources at
recruitwest@nrha.ca for assistance prior to the closing date.