Personal Support Worker, Long Term Care

Government of Northwest Territories; Villiage of Fort Simpson; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Fort Simpson seeks a Personal Support Worker to provide culturally sensitive care in an elder care home. The role involves working with healthcare professionals and supporting daily living activities for residents. Candidates should have completed a relevant certification and possess strong communication skills. This position is essential for maintaining the quality of life of elderly residents.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of standard first aid and CPR for preserving life.
• Ability to provide home nursing and support.
• Ability to interpret health information accurately.

Responsibilities

• Provide culturally sensitive care to residents.
• Work with a team of healthcare professionals.
• Assist in daily living activities of residents.

Skills

Standard First Aid and CPR

Basic home nursing

Knowledge of drugs and interactions

Understanding of healthy aging

Traditional healing methods

Use of nursing equipment

Basic medical equipment operation

English communication

Confidentiality awareness

Diversity and inclusion practices

Education

Personal Support Worker certification

Job description

Department: Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority

This job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometres of Fort Simpson

Department Information

The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.

Job Information

The incumbent's position is located within the Fort Simpson Elder Care Home within Fort Simpson. The facility is connected to the Fort Simpson Health Centre. The incumbent reports directly to the Nurse in Charge (NIC). The incumbent is one of 6 Personal Support Workers (PSW); 5 Relief Personal Support Worker (RPSW), and 6 Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) who provide 24 hour culturally sensitive care to residents of the 18 bed LTC facility.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of and an ability to apply standard first aid and CPR in order to preserve life and promote healing
• Knowledge of and an ability to provide basic home nursing and support
• Knowledge of drugs and drug interaction
• Knowledge of healthy aging process
• Knowledge of traditional healing methods as well as community and cultural norms
• An ability to apply bandages dressings and/or splints
• An ability to use nursing equipment (including but not limited to Hoyer Lift, Commode, Tub, etc.)
• Ability to operate basic medical equipment; required to assess patient vital statistics and condition (i.e. thermometer, stethoscope, blood pressure apparatus, Blood Glucose Monitor, scissors, simple suction equipment, stretchers, etc.)
• An ability to speak, read and write English (this includes and ability to follow verbal and written instruction from nursing, medical and dental personnel and interpret health information accurately-following the Medical Interpreter¿s Guide)
• The incumbent must be aware of the importance of confidentiality and be able to keep personal and medical information private and confidential at all times
• Ability to commit to actively upholding and consistently practicing personal diversity, inclusion and cultural awareness, as well as safety and sensitivity approaches in the workplace

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:

The successful completion of a Personal Support Worker or Continuing Care Assistant certification program or equivalent education and experience.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Dehcho HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
9602 100 STREET
BOX240
FORT SIMPSON, NT X0E 0N0
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