Personal Support Worker (Nursing Resource Team)

Michael Garron Hospital; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Personal Support Worker to join their Nursing Resource Team. This role involves providing compassionate care to patients across various clinical settings, demonstrating critical thinking and adaptability in unpredictable situations. The ideal candidate will possess a Personal Support Worker certificate and have a commitment to ongoing learning and professional development. Join a collaborative environment where your contributions will enhance patient-centered care and foster trusting relationships with patients and families. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant work experience in healthcare.
• Proficiency in English and understanding of safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Participate in direct and indirect patient care activities.
• Adapt to various clinical settings and cross-train as needed.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Adaptability

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Infection Control Practices

Patient Service Orientation

Education

Personal Support Worker Certificate

Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification

Job description

OVERVIEW

The Personal Support Worker (PSW) participates in both direct and indirect patient care activities to implement the Interprofessional care plan. Activities are directed and assigned by RNs, RPNs, or other multidisciplinary team members.

The PSW in the Nursing Resource Team should possess a broad skill set related to general medical-surgical care. The PSW must demonstrate excellent critical thinking skills and adaptability to unpredictable situations. To meet organizational needs, the PSW must be willing to cross-train in specialty areas as required. This position involves working across various clinical settings within Michael Garron Hospital, including off-site locations.

Education

- Personal Support Worker certificate or diploma from an accredited college.

- Completion of Basic Cardiac Life Support (B.C.L.S.) is required.

- Proficiency in speaking, reading, writing, and understanding English.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant, recent work experience.
• Willingness to float across all Health Services within the organization, including off-site settings.
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and related legislation.
• Understanding of the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System.
• Familiarity with hospital and departmental policies, procedures, protocols, and practices.
• Knowledge of Emergency Codes.
• Physical ability to perform moderately heavy work, including lifting, walking, standing, bending, and pushing/pulling equipment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of infection control practices.
• Positive attitude and ability to work effectively within a team.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
• Aptitude for fostering caring and trusting relationships with patients and families to support patient-centered care.
• Ability to maintain consistent productivity and efficiency.
• Courteous manner in performing responsibilities.
• Adherence to confidentiality policies under TEGH Privacy Policy.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Patient service orientation with the ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Good attendance and work record.
• All employees of Toronto East Health Network, including Michael Garron Hospital, agree to work within the practices mandated by the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario.
• All staff are responsible for contributing to a transparent culture of patient and staff safety by following safety policies and procedures.
• Employees are accountable for safeguarding their own and colleagues' psychological health and safety by adhering to organizational policies.