Personal Support Worker (PSW) - Fergus

RhynoCare; Fergus; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Fergus is seeking a Personal Support Worker to assist residents with daily living activities, ensure timely documentation, and promote teamwork among staff. Candidates must have completed a Ministry-approved PSW Training Program or relevant nursing/therapeutic education. The role requires strong communication skills and may involve mentoring new staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18.
• Ability to speak a second language is an asset.
• Experience as a Facility PSW is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for daily living activities as per corporate policies.
• Complete documentation timely and accurately.
• Assist with resident meal service.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Completed PSW Training Program

RN, RPN or paramedic training (Year 1 completed)

Job description

***LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY***

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.

• Provides 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:
• 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
• 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.