Overview
Continuing Care Assistants (CCA) - Various Positions (Bedford Campus) at Northwood.
Join to apply for the Continuing Care Assistants (CCA) - Various Positions (Bedford Campus) role at Northwood. Northwood is Nova Scotia's largest not-for-profit continuing care organization and a beacon of social justice and people-focused care since 1962.
Qualifications
* A graduate of an approved CCA/PCW program with NS provincial certification, Nova Scotia CCA Provincial Exam, or CCA Equivalency; or
* CCA students who have completed their second mentorship
* Students currently enrolled in LPN or RN programs
* PSWs, IENs (Internationally Educated Nurse), Health Care Aides or other applicable courses
* Individuals who are currently registered with the PLAR program with NSHA
* Current Standard First-Aid and CPR required
* Previous related experience preferred
* Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational and clinical skills
* Able to work flexible hours and shifts including weekends and holidays
* Able to maintain regular and consistent attendance
Responsibilities
* Provide services to residents in accordance with the individual care plan
* Perform light housekeeping duties (e.g. tidy room, clean closets, hang clothing)
* Assist residents with meals and between-meal refreshments
* Provide respite care to families and caregivers
* Engage residents and families in leisure/recreational activities on unit
* Facilitate resident/family participation in recreation programs
* Provide opportunities for residents/families to interact with the environment in which they live/visit
Additional Information
If this opportunity interests you, please click “Apply” now. To learn more about Northwood, please visit www.northwood.ns.ca. Northwood is proud to be an inclusive employer that encourages diverse applicants. We thank all applicants; however, only selected applicants for an interview will be contacted.
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