Resident Care Assistant - Fenelon Falls

RhynoCare Staffing Solutions; Fenelon Falls; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a compassionate Resident Care Assistant to join their dedicated team in Fenelon Falls. This role focuses on providing essential support to patients, ensuring their safety and comfort while engaging them in meaningful activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in patient care, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to person-centered care. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and thrive in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in patient care or a related setting is essential.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Observe assigned patients to support a safe and caring environment.
• Engage residents in meaningful activities such as reading and storytelling.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Critical Thinking

Teamwork

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certification

Education

Minimum Grade 11 or equivalent

Personal Support Worker certificate

One year in an accredited Nursing program

Job description

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The Resident Care Assistant is an unregulated healthcare provider primarily responsible for closely observing patients whose behaviors pose a risk to their safety or the safety of others. They engage in restorative care, provide assistance with activities of daily living, and support person-centered care.

Working under the supervision of registered healthcare professionals, including the Unit’s Patient Care Manager or their designate, the assistant observes a diverse range of patients, including elderly individuals with dementia and young patients with traumatic injuries or behavioral risks.

Summary of Duties

• Observe assigned patients to support a safe and caring environment.
• Ensure safety during violent outbursts or elopement risks.
• Provide 1:1 supervision for residents with conditions like dementia, schizophrenia, or post-stroke recovery.
• Engage residents in meaningful activities such as reading, storytelling, and looking through photo albums.
• Maintain proximity during supervision and follow residents to activities.
• Complete documentation such as Dementia Observations Scale (DOS) and Behavior Assessment Record (BAR).
• Notify healthcare professionals immediately of any danger, disappearance, or significant behavioral changes.
• Interact with and comfort patients, engaging in cognitively stimulating activities as appropriate.
• Maintain a professional image, including wearing a visible name tag.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living under supervision.
• Communicate observations to the healthcare team for care planning.
• Complete required documentation and perform other duties as assigned, such as cleaning or filling masks.

Qualifications/Skills

• Minimum Grade 11 or equivalent education as recognized by the Ministry of Education, Ontario.
• At least one year of recent experience in patient care or a related setting, or a PSW certificate, or completion of one year in an accredited Nursing program.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.
• Recent accredited Personal Support Worker certificate is an asset.
• Experience in patient-focused care and teamwork.
• Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills.
• Current Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certification.
• Proof of immunizations and TB testing or chest x-ray.
• Willingness to undergo a Vulnerable Sector Police Check.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Other
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare