Job Description

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work - they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living(TM).
With the anticipation of opening a new building in March 2026, we are searching for a Transitional Care Assistant (CCA) to join our Shannex Transitional Health Services Limited team providing transitional care services at West Bedford Transitional Health in West Bedford, Nova Scotia.
Through an innovative partnership with Nova Scotia Health (NSH), Shannex proudly operates the province's first transitional health facility in West Bedford. This facility provides specialized care for NSH patients in the central zone who no longer require hospital care but need additional support and services before safely returning home or to their community.
Reporting to the Transitional Care Nurse, the TCA is integral in supporting patients and families meet the goal of returning to home/community by being engaged in interprofessional collaboration, using effective communication strategies, and mutual support.
Meaningful Benefits
You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you've made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Life, travel, and other insurances
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• RRSP program (5% employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex's Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

• Recognizes and reports a situation or change in patient circumstances, condition or behavior which poses a threat to the patient's health, safety, security and well-being.
• Assists patients with hygiene needs and daily living activities including bathing, dressing, oral care, skin care, positioning in bed, and transferring to and from bed to chair.
• Assists with patient's special needs, e.g. eye care, colostomy, and catheter.
• Assists in restorative care e.g. walking, range of motion.
• Provides mealtime assistance when required.
• Documents according to facility policy e.g. Daily Patient Care Record, patient progress notes, initiating medication incident reports, servery documentation and audits, incident reports etc.
• Communicates and reports pertinent and relevant information and/or observations to the Supervisor.
• Completes rounds and corresponding documentation as per facility policy
• Assists with the orientation and training of new employees
• Additional duties where required

About You

• In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:
• You have a valid Continuing Care Certification or equivalent according to the CCA Entry to Practice policy;
• You are registered in Nova Scotia's CCA registry as per the Continuing Care Assistants Registry Act
• You hold a valid CPR/Frist Aid certification. (required)
• Proof of valid Basic Food Safety certification is required
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices
• Knowledge of principles of personal care including bathing, oral hygiene
• Ability to utilize technology (ie Electronic Health Care Records)
• Completion of certain certifications, such as Dementia: Understanding the Journey and Back in Form Lift & Transfer Program, considered an asset
• You can work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays,
• Previous experience supporting the care of vulnerable populations, with complex social situations, who are transitioning across health care settings, with a goal of home first

About Us
Shannex is a family-owned organization with a vision of Better Living for every stage of life. Since 1988, Shannex has grown from a single nursing home in Cape Breton to a trusted partner across healthcare, hospitality and lifestyle sectors. With locations in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Ontario, Shannex continues to build communities designed for connection, wellbeing and longevity. Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life, Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences, Parkland at Home, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Shannex Enhanced Care. Shannex also provides Transitional Health Services, in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information, visit shannex.com.
If you're ready to join the Shannex team of Great People, apply today!
Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals, where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex, every team member belongs.
All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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