Personal Support Worker (PSW) – Ladysmith

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Job Description

Job title: Personal Support Worker (PSW) – Ladysmith

Company: RhynoCare

Job description: ***LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY***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
  • RN, RPN, Paramedic, Occupational Therapy, and Physiotherapy 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.
  • Meet health surveillance requirements of the Public Hospitals Act.
  • Valid Criminal Record Check confirming absence of a criminal history/record.

Expected salary:

Location: Ladysmith, BC

Job date: Thu, 22 Aug 2024 22:10:19 GMT

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