Personal Support Worker (PSW)- Complex Continuing Care/Post Acute

Quinte Health; Belleville; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Ontario is seeking a Personal Support Worker (PSW) to assist patients with daily living activities at Belleville General Hospital. The ideal candidate should have a PSW certificate from an accredited program, CPR or BCLS certification, and the ability to handle a physically demanding workload. This position offers the chance to work in a supportive healthcare environment with opportunities for growth, making a meaningful difference in patients' lives.

Qualifications

• PSW certificate from an accredited program received in the last two years.
• At least one year of full-time equivalent work experience within the past three years.
• Current CPR or BCLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living including hygiene tasks.
• Document patient information and communicate with RN/RPN.
• Engage patients in conversation and assist with unit programs.

Skills

Personal Support Worker Certificate

CPR or BCLS certification

Ability to handle physically demanding workload

Education

Graduate of an Ontario College of Applied Arts and Technology Program

Job description

Personal Support Worker (PSW)- Complex Continuing Care/Post Acute

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Required Qualifications

• Personal Support Worker Certificate received from an Ontario College of Applied Arts and Technology Program or Accredited PSW Certificate within the past two years or, graduate of same program and have at least one year of full time equivalent work experience within the past three years.
• Current CPR or BCLS certification.
• Capable of coping with a physically demanding workload. (Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) available to review).

Duties

• Performs or assists patients with activities of daily living including basic hygiene as assigned (i.e. bathing, toileting, dressing, oral care, personal grooming etc.).
• Adheres to worker responsibilities as set out in the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Hospital policies.
• Effectively communicates to RN/RPN in a timely, objective manner without interpretation the following, but not limited to: Patient information specific to assigned activities, observed changes in patients’ condition, patient findings and/or unusual occurrences.
• Document in the Health Record as appropriate.
• Assists in meeting patients’ psychosocial needs, i.e. engaging patients in conversation, taking patients for walks, assisting with unit programs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Belleville General Hospital (BGH) sits on the shore of the stunning Bay of Quinte. The City of Belleville features a mix of small‑town charm and big‑city amenities. It is a growing city, with exciting culinary experiences, sheltered waterways for boating and ice fishing, fun festivals and entertainment, beautiful trails and golf courses, a popular farmer’s market, unique shops and services, as well as popular big box and large‑scale retail. Belleville General Hospital is the largest of Quinte Health’s hospitals, with two medicine units, critical care (ICU), a lively emergency department, a wide range of surgical and diagnostic services, a busy maternal child unit, a children’s treatment centre, inpatient and outpatient stroke and rehabilitation care, inpatient and outpatient mental health services, and the regional Dr. Douglas A. MacIntosh Cancer Clinic. BGH works closely with the other three Quinte Health hospital teams, as well as regional and provincial health centres to serve our communities. Working at Belleville General Hospital provides countless opportunities for growth and experiential learning. The inter‑professional environment is supportive, friendly and nurturing, with an infusion of new staff learning from seasoned, knowledgeable colleagues. You feel a real sense of teamwork, energy and enthusiasm in the air at BGH, and an overwhelming desire to make a difference.

Physical Demands Analysis

Strength

• Required Occasionally – lifting and carrying average weight 20 pounds and max 50, pushing/pulling average 10-15 pounds and max 30 pounds, patient assist approx. 100 pounds.

Mobility

• Required Constantly – standing.
• Required Frequently – walking, bending/stooping.
• Required Occasionally – sitting, twisting/turning, bending, crouching/squatting, kneeling.
• Required Rarely – balancing, climbing.

Dexterity

• Required Frequently – forward shoulder movements, gripping/grasping, pinching, neck, elbow, shoulder, wrist and back normal range of motion.
• Required Occasionally – fine finger movements, shoulder movements (up/down).
• Required Rarely – foot action.

Equal Opportunity

We thank all interested candidates for their response, however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Quinte Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our Recruitment process follows the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act in order to provide a fair and equitable process for all candidates. Applicants requiring accommodation through the recruitment/interview process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department at 613‑969‑7400 x2577.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Other

Hospitals and Health Care