Unit Aide, Full Time, Nursing Resource Pool Rehab (Weekend Worker)

Providence Care; Kingston; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare institution dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. As a Unit Aide, you will play a vital role in supporting patients' daily needs while collaborating with a dynamic inter-professional team. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art facility that prioritizes a people-centered approach to care delivery. With competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a commitment to professional development, this role is perfect for individuals passionate about making a difference in the healthcare field. Enjoy a supportive work environment surrounded by beautiful parkland and walking trails.

Benefits

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

Comprehensive orientation for new hires

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Opportunities for education and mentorship

On-site café and cafeteria

State-of-the-art facility with on-site parking

Focus on a healthy workplace and culture of quality

Qualifications

• Completion of Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of a Personal Support Worker Diploma/Certificate Program.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) under supervision.
• Collaborate with inter-professional team members for care plans.
• Document patient/client activities as per policies.

Skills

Secondary School Diploma

Personal Support Worker Diploma/Certificate

Registration with the Registry of Personal Support Workers

Experience in patient/client care support

Experience with geriatric and palliative populations

UFIRST / PIECES/ GPA Training

Education

Secondary School Diploma

Personal Support Worker Diploma/Certificate

Job description

Job Code:

17092

Status

: Full Time (Weekend Worker)

Location

: Providence Care Hospital

Union

: OPSEU 4104 Service Clerical

Wage

: $27.27-$28.51

Posting Period

: April 26, 2025 - May 5, 2025

The Unit Aide assists and supports patients/clients in meeting their behavioral, emotional, spiritual, and physical needs. As a member of the inter-professional team, the Unit Aide provides assistance with activities of daily living to patients/clients and supports the inter-professional healthcare team in maintaining a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

Skills and Qualifications Required

• Completion of Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
• Successful completion of a Personal Support Worker Diploma/Certificate Program from an accredited institution
• Registration with the Registry of Personal Support Workers (preferred)
• One year of experience in a hospital/healthcare setting in a patient/client care support role (preferred)
• Experience working with geriatric, palliative, and rehabilitation populations (preferred)
• UFIRST / PIECES/ GPA Training (preferred)

Position Responsibilities

• Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as bathing, toileting, showering, feeding, hair care, mouth care including dentures, shaving, dressing, and undressing under supervision of a regulated healthcare professional
• Use proper body mechanics and transfer techniques as indicated on the Bedside Assessment
• Collaborate with inter-professional team members to exchange information, contribute to care plans, and follow programs to ensure optimal health, safety, and comfort
• Follow the inter-professional care plan to provide consistent and safe interactions with patients/clients
• Assist with patient/client and family orientation to the unit
• Document patient/client activities as per organizational policies and procedures

Why Work at Providence Care Hospital

• Specialized sub-acute care including rehabilitation, mental health services, complex medical management, and palliative care
• A hospital committed to excellence in care, education, and research
• Focus on a people-centered approach to care delivery
• Competitive salaries with excellent full-time benefits
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• State-of-the-art facility with on-site parking
• On-site café and cafeteria with various food options
• Comprehensive orientation for new hires
• Focus on a healthy workplace and culture of quality
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Opportunities for education, mentorship, and bursaries
• Affiliated with Queen’s University, St. Lawrence College, and other academic institutions
• Located on the shores of Lake Ontario, surrounded by parkland and walking trails