Personal Support Worker (PSW) - Rivers, Manitoba

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

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Rivers, Manitoba, is seeking a dedicated personal support worker (PSW) to assist in providing quality care for residents. The role requires strong communication skills and completion of a PSW training program. Candidates should be at least 18 years old and possess CPR certification. Join us to help enhance the lives of those in our care through compassionate support and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to speak a second language is considered an asset.
• Experience working as a Facility PSW is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled care for daily living activities.
• Assist registered staff in nursing measures.
• Complete documentation accurately and on time.
• Ensure quality resident care consistent with values.
• Assist with resident meal service.

Skills

Verbal and written English communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Completion of PSW Training Program

Nursing students with Year 1 completed

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.

• 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
• Nursing 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.
• Vulnerable Sector Check within 6 months