Personal Support Worker (PSW) - Brantford

RhynoCare; Brantford; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Brantford seeks a qualified individual to provide skilled care for daily living activities. Responsibilities include assisting nursing staff, documenting care, and promoting a holistic approach to resident care, along with mentoring new staff. Applicants must be at least 18 years old with strong communication skills; completion of a PSW program is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Negative T.B. skin test or chest x-ray required.
• Current CPR (BCLS) and First Aid certificates needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled care for daily living activities.
• Assist the registered staff with nursing measures.
• Ensure accurate documentation of care.

Skills

Verbal and written English communication

Ability to speak a second language

Education

Completion of a PSW Training Program (minimum 640 hours)

RN, RPN, Paramedic, Occupational Therapy, or Physiotherapy students (Year 1 completed)

Job description

Job Description

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 shifts and throughout the unit.
• Execute care in accordance with current legislation, best practices, corporate policies, and procedures.
• Participate in agency risk management and quality improvement programs 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 mentoring new staff and students, and promote educational opportunities to enhance their education.
• Participate in departmental, interdisciplinary team, and resident safety meetings.
• Promote good understanding and teamwork between shifts, staff, and in accordance with the collective agreement.
• Adhere to all health and safety procedures, including:
• Practice proper body mechanics daily, especially when using computer equipment.
• Use all equipment according to manufacturer's instructions.
• Follow safety procedures for lockouts.
• Wear proper safety equipment and PPE when necessary.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Proficient in verbal and written English communication skills.
• Ability to speak a second language is considered an asset.
• Must meet one of the following criteria:
• Successful completion of a Ministry of Education approved PSW Training Program (minimum 640 hours) from a Community College or an approved school.
• RN, RPN, Paramedic, Occupational Therapy, and Physiotherapy students with successful completion of Year 1.
• Experience working as a Facility PSW is considered an asset.

Additional requirements include a negative T.B. skin test or chest x-ray, current CPR (BCLS) and First Aid certificates, meeting health surveillance requirements, and a recent criminal record check.