Unit Aide, Part Time, Complex Medical Management - Heritage 2

Providence Care; Kingston; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Providence Care Hospital is seeking a Part-Time Personal Support Worker to assist with Activities of Daily Living, including bathing, feeding, grooming, and mobility, under supervision when needed. The role emphasizes patient safety, proper body mechanics, and adherence to care plans in a hospital setting.

Candidates should have a PSW diploma, be registered or eligible for registration, and ideally possess experience with geriatric and rehabilitation populations.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including bathing, toileting, showering, feeding, hair care, mouth care including dentures, shaving patients/clients, dressing and undressing, when designated and supervised by a regulated health care professional.
• Uses proper body mechanics and proper transfer techniques as indicated on the Bedside Assessment.
• Participates with inter-professional team members in exchanging information, contributes to care plans, follows programs and ensures optimum levels of health, safety and comfort for patients/clients.
• Follows inter-professional care plan to provide consistent behavioural and safe approach when interacting with patients/clients.
• Assists with patient/client and family orientation to the unit.
• Documents patient/client activities as required as per organizational policy and procedure.

Education

Secondary School Diploma or equivalent

Personal Support Worker Diploma/Certificate Program

Registration with Registry of Personal Support Workers

One year experience in hospital/healthcare setting

Experience with geriatric, palliative and rehabilitation population

UFIRST / PIECES/ GPA Training

Job description

Posted until filled

Job Code: 24260

Status: Part Time

Location: Providence Care Hospital

Union: OPSEU 4104 Service Clerical

Wage: $31.45 - $32.78

Posting Period: Posted until filled

Skills And Qualifications Required

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

Position Responsibilities

• Provides assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including: bathing, toileting, showering, feeding, hair care, mouth care including dentures, shaving patients/clients, dressing and undressing, when designated and supervised by a regulated health care professional
• Uses proper body mechanics and proper transfer techniques as indicated on the Bedside Assessment
• Participates with inter-professional team members in exchanging information, contributes to care plans, follows programs and ensures optimum levels of health, safety and comfort for patients/clients.
• Follows inter-professional care plan to provide consistent behavioural and safe approach when interacting with patients/clients
• Assists with patient/client and family orientation to the unit
• Documents patient/client activities as required as per organizational policy and procedure

Why Work At Providence Care Hospital

• Specialized sub-acute Care in rehabilitation, mental health services, complex medical management and palliative care
• A hospital striving for excellence in care, education and research
• Committed to people centred approach to care delivery
• Competitive salaries with percentage in lieu of benefits & vacation
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• State of the Art Building with on-site parking
• On-site café and cafeteria with a variety of food options
• Corporate and unit/service specific orientation for new hires
• Focus on Healthy Workplace & Culture of Quality
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities
• Fully affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions
• Located on the shores of Lake Ontario surrounded by park land and walking trails

Disclosure:

We do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or make selection decisions in our recruitment process.

Unless specifically stated, all job postings are for existing positions at Providence Care.