Zone: Labrador Grenfell Zone
Location: Happy Valley-Goose Bay, NL
Personal Care Attendant
Labrador Grenfell Zone - LHC MEDICAL/SURGICAL
Temp Call-In
(REVISED: March 11, 2025 - Reposted Open Until Filled from VAC0005020N)
Hours: 75 Hours Bi-Weekly; Variable Shifts
Salary: CGHSP24 of the Nape-HS Salary Scales, $23.86 - $26.18 per hour plus the applicable Labrador Allowance;
Competition Number: VAC0008668
Posted Date: 2025-03-11
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
About the Role
The primary purpose of this position is to work as a member of a nursing team under the direction of the Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse providing a high standard of care to patients at the Labrador Health Centre and in accordance with the LG Model of Nursing Clinical Practice. The employee is responsible for ensuring a safe environment for clients, families, co-workers and themselves and reports to the Manager of Patient Services for Acute Care.
Qualifications:
- Graduation from High School or equivalency;
- Successful completion from a recognized Personal Care Program of equivalent;
- Current certification in Basic Life Support (CPR);
- Breastfeeding education or willingness to complete within specified timeframe.
- The successful applicant will be required to submit a satisfactory Certificate of Conduct and Vulnerable Sector Check;
Duties: (Included but not limited to)
- Providing nursing care to patients;
- Responds to emergency and situation and codes;
- Assists with the orientation of new staff;
- Documents according to organizational policies and unit guidelines;
- Participates in quality assurance/improvement activities;
- Transports clients and specimens;
- Other related duties as required;