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Newborn Medical Support Aide

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Application Deadline:

September 21, 2026

About the Role

The Newborn Medical Support Aide provides direct, hands-on overnight support to a medically complex

newborn in the family's home in NW Calgary. The child requires a G-tube and constant support,


monitoring, and delicate care throughout the night. This role requires steady clinical competence, close

attention to detail, and comfort working as part of a broader medical and therapeutic team supporting

the child's care. The successful candidate must be comfortable working in a home with household pets.


Who We're Looking For?

You are someone who:

• Is genuinely passionate about supporting medically complex infants and their families

• Has hands-on experience or training in G-tube feeding support and care for infants requiring

constant monitoring

• Brings a calm, attentive, and delicate touch to overnight medical care

• Is proficient with digital documentation platforms for case notes and care records

• Communicates clearly and professionally with a multidisciplinary care team

• Is comfortable and confident working in a home with household pets

• Is reliable and able to commit to a consistent Sunday–Wednesday overnight schedule


Key Responsibilities
Direct Medical & Personal Care


• Provide direct, hands-on overnight care to a newborn requiring constant support, monitoring, and

delicate handling

• Provide G-tube feeding support in accordance with training and the child's individualized care plan

• Monitor the infant closely throughout the overnight shift and respond appropriately to any medical

concerns

• Administer medication in accordance with the individual care plan and physician direction, as

trained

• Support safe sleep, positioning, and comfort throughout the night


Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration


• Work as a valued member of a multidisciplinary care team including the child's surgeon,

pediatrician, nutritionist, therapist, and LPNs

• Communicate clearly and consistently with the family and broader care team regarding the child's

overnight status and any concerns

• Participate in care conferences and planning meetings as required


Documentation & Communication


• Complete accurate, timely digital case notes and care documentation for every shift

• Document and report Critical Incident Reports (CIRs) in accordance with BSR policy

• Provide a thorough shift handover to the incoming caregiver, covering feeding, monitoring, and any

notable events

Requirements

Qualifications & Education


Required Certification &  Registration


• Active registration as a Health Care Aide (HCA) on the Alberta HCA registry, in good standing

[assumed, consistent with BSR & other pediatric medical support roles — please confirm]

• CPR First Aid Level C, current


Required Experience

• Demonstrated experience or training in G-tube feeding and care for infants requiring constant

monitoring

• Comfort and competence working overnight with a medically fragile newborn

Required Skills

• Proficiency with digital documentation platforms for case notes and care records

• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team including surgeons, pediatricians,

nutritionists, therapists, and LPNs

• Comfort working in a home with household pets


Required Clearances


• Clear Police Information Check (completed within the last 6 months)

• Clear Child Intervention Record Check (completed within the last 6 months)

• Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence and reliable personal vehicle with third-party liability insurance


Assets (not required, but valued)


• Experience supporting infants in a NICU, hospital, or complex home-care setting

• Familiarity with FSCD, Jordan's Principle, or other pediatric medical funding systems

• Experience with ShareVision, FAMCare, or StoryPark documentation platforms

Supporting Documentation Required

Mandatory Requirements


All of the following must be in place before your start date. Candidates without all required

documentation will not be contacted for an interview:


• Active registration as a Health Care Aide (HCA) on the Alberta HCA registry [assumed —

please confirm]

• CPR First Aid Level C (current)

• Clear Police Information Check (completed within the last 6 months)

• Clear Child Intervention Record Check (completed within the last 6 months)

• Demonstrated experience or training in G-tube feeding and care for medically fragile infants

• Proficiency with digital case-note documentation

• Comfort working in a home with household pets

• Availability for the full Sunday–Wednesday 10:00 PM – 8:00 AM overnight schedule

Job Type

Full-Time

Salary

$24.55 – $26.85 per hour

Ability to Commute/Relocate

Valid Class 5 Driver's License and reliable personal vehicle with third-party liability insurance

Application Question(s)

What We Offer?
• A meaningful full-time role supporting a medically complex infant and their family
• A supportive, values-driven team culture at a CARF-accredited organization that truly cares
• Alberta Blue Cross extended health coverage (following 90-day probationary period)
• Health Spending Account
• Paid vacation, personal days, and sick days
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• A consistent, predictable weekly schedule (Sunday–Wednesday overnights)

How to Apply?
We'd love to learn more about you! Please send your resume and a cover letter telling us about your
experience supporting medically complex infants, and what draws you to this role.

Applications can be submitted to:
alaina@brightstarrespite.ca

Please include "Newborn Medical Support Aide – NW Calgary" in your subject line.

Language

English

License/Certification

• Active registration as a Health Care Aide (HCA) on the Alberta HCA registry [assumed —
please confirm]
• CPR First Aid Level C (current)
• Clear Police Information Check (completed within the last 6 months)
• Clear Child Intervention Record Check (completed within the last 6 months)
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License and reliable personal vehicle with third-party liability insurance

Work Location

Client home — NW Calgary, Alberta

Application Deadline

September 21, 2026

Expected Start Date

October 4, 2026

Please email your job application to:
Alaina@brightstarrespite.ca

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