Job Description
Caregiver (Personal Support Worker)
Provide skilled care for all activities of daily living in accordance with corporate policy, established standards and recognized nursing practice.
* Assist the registered staff in nursing diagnostic and therapeutic measures.
* Complete all documentation on time, and in accordance with corporate policies, ensuring that it is both current and accurate.
* Ensure a holistic, quality approach to resident care consistent with RhynoCare's Mission, Vision, Values and the Resident Bill of Rights.
* Provide assistance and support with resident meal service.
* Provide assistance and support with restorative nursing.
* Strategize, cooperate and conduct all activities necessary for the effective completion of resident care during his/her shift(s) and throughout the unit.
* Execute care in accordance with current legislation, best practices, corporate policies, and procedures.
* Participate in agency risk management program related to resident care.
* Participate in quality improvement program related to resident care.
* Perform timely, accurate and complete documentation for all care delivered on the assigned shift in accordance with legislation, regulations and internal requirements.
* Participate in new staff/student mentoring as assigned and promote educational opportunities to enhance their education.
* Participate in departmental, Interdisciplinary Team and resident safety meetings.
* Promote good understanding and teamwork between shifts, registered and unregulated staff and the collective agreement.
* Adhere to all health and safety procedures, including:
* Practice proper body mechanics in daily routines, particularly when using computer equipment.
* Use all equipment in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
* Follow established safety procedures for lock outs.
* Wear proper safety equipment and PPE when necessary.
Qualifications
* Must be at least 18 years of age.
* Proficient verbal and written English communication skills.
* Ability to speak a second language is considered an asset.
* Must meet one of the following criteria:
o Successful completion of a Ministry of Education approved PSW Training Program (minimum 640 hours) from a Community College or a school approved by the National Association of Career Colleges OR
o RN, RPN, Paramedic, Occupational Therapy, and Physiotherapy students with successful completion of Year 1.
* Experience working as a Facility PSW is considered an asset.
* Negative T.B. skin test or chest x-ray.
* Current CPR (BCLS) and First Aid Certificate.
* Meet health surveillance requirements of the Public Hospitals Act.
* VSS within the past year of hire confirming absence of a criminal history/record.