Personal Support Worker (PSW) - Oshawa

RhynoCare Staffing Solutions; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team in a supportive healthcare environment where you will provide essential care to residents. This entry-level position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals needing assistance with daily activities. You will be part of a holistic approach to care, ensuring quality and compliance with established standards. Ideal candidates will have a passion for helping others and a commitment to continuous learning and teamwork. This role not only allows you to develop your skills but also contributes to a compassionate community focused on improving the quality of life for residents.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled care for all activities of daily living.
• Assist registered staff in nursing diagnostic and therapeutic measures.
• Complete all documentation on time and accurately.

Skills

Verbal and written English communication

Ability to speak a second language

Experience as a Facility PSW

Education

Completion of PSW Training Program (minimum 640 hours)

Successful completion of Year 1 in RN, RPN, Paramedic, Occupational Therapy, or Physiotherapy

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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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

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  Hospitals and Health Care

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