Relief Personal Support Worker, Long Term Care

Government of Northwest Territories; Villiage of Fort Simpson; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority is seeking a Relief Personal Support Worker in Fort Simpson to provide culturally sensitive care to residents at the Elder Care Home. The role involves promoting independence, assisting with daily living activities, and respecting cultural diversity. Ideal candidates will have a Personal Support Worker certification and the ability to apply knowledge of first aid, home nursing, and traditional healing methods. This position requires a compassionate individual focused on improving the quality of life for residents.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of standard first aid and CPR.
• Ability to provide basic home nursing support.
• Familiarity with drugs and their interactions.
• Understanding of the healthy aging process.
• Knowledge of traditional healing methods and cultural norms.
• Ability to use nursing equipment effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized care for residents of the Fort Simpson Elder Care Home.
• Promote independence and support residents with daily living activities.
• Ensure cultural diversity and personal choice are respected.

Skills

Knowledge of standard first aid and CPR

Basic home nursing and support

Knowledge of drugs and drug interaction

Knowledge of healthy aging process

Knowledge of traditional healing methods

Ability to apply bandages and dressings

Ability to use nursing equipment

Education

Personal Support Worker or Continuing Care Assistant certification

Job description

Relief Personal Support Worker, Long Term Care

Department: Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority

This job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometresof Fort Simpson.

Department Information

The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.

Job Information

The incumbent's position is located within the Fort Simpson Elder Care Home within Fort Simpson. The facility is connected to the Fort Simpson Health Centre. The incumbent reports directly to the Nurse in Charge (NIC). The incumbent is one of 6 Personal Support Workers (PSW); 5 Relief Personal Support Worker (RPSW), and 6 Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN's) who provide 24hour culturally sensitive care to residents of the 18 bed LTC facility.

The incumbent will provide personalized care for residents of the Fort Simpson Elder Care Home by promoting independence; providing assistance and support for functional challenges with activities of daily living (AOL) and ensuring that respect for cultural diversity and personal choice is maintained within the home environment. Care needs are met by adhering to the Northwest Territory Continuing Care Standards; the "Vision", "Mission", "Values" and policies of the Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA); the philosophy and principles of Supportive Pathways. The aim of this position is to work in creating a home environment that honors and respects the diversity of each individual including but not limited to needs, desires and challenges; to focus on promoting resident independence and choice, and to value ones individual participation in ongoing education and knowledge that accomplishes this aim.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of and an ability to apply standard first aid and CPR in order to preserve life and promote healing,
• Knowledge of and an ability to provide basic home nursing and support,
• Knowledge of drugs and drug interaction,
• Knowledge of healthy aging process,
• Knowledge of traditional healing methods as well as community and cultural norms,
• An ability to apply bandages dressings and/or splints.
• An ability to use nursing equipment (including but not limited to Hoyer Lift, Commode Tub, etc.).

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by: The successful completion of a Personal Support Worker or Continuing Care Assistant certification program or equivalent education and experience.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:
Dehcho HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
9602 100 STREET
BOX240
FORT SIMPSON, NT X0E 0N0
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