Patient Care Aide
- Company: Island Health
- Location: Cowichan District Hospital (CDH) Duncan, BC, CA V9L 1E5
- Work mode: On-site
- Job type: Full-Time
- Posted: 2026-08-25
Close Date
Location
Cowichan District Hospital (CDH) - Duncan, BC V9L 1E5 CA (Primary)
Work Area (FBA Only)
3S
Multi-Site
No
Travel Requirement
No travel required
Shift Start Time/End Time
As required
Days Off
As required
Vacancy Type
Casual
Salary Range (Hourly Rate)
$31.64 - $31.64
Paid FTE
N/A
Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS
N/A
Planned Start Date
Sep. 1 2026
Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)
Pending Return of Incumbent
CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)
Yes
Job Description
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient & staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Clinical Coordinator or designate, under the direction of a Registered Nurse and the interdisciplinary health care team and in accordance with an established plan of care, the Patient Care Aide delivers personal care to patients to meet their identified physical, emotional, therapeutic rehabilitative needs; documents vital signs and care provided; maintains equipment and supplies.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
Grade 10 plus graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Registration with the BC Care Aide Registry.
Skills And Abilities
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Ability to deal with others effectively
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position
Ability to organize work
Ability to operate related equipment, such as a computer
Ability to keyboard 30 wpm
Link to Full Job Description
https://jd.viha.ca/JD4209.pdf
Additional information for applicants
Additional Clauses
Requisition CA
Facilities Subsector
Affiliation/Union
HEU