Search jobs > St. Catharines, ON > Personal support worker

Personal Support Worker (PSW) - St. Catharines

RhynoCare
St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
$25.8K-$26.9K a year (estimated)
Full-time

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.
  • VSS within the past year of hire confirming absence of a criminal history / record.
  • 30+ days ago
Related jobs
March Of Dimes Canada
Thorold, Ontario

This OpportunityWe are currently looking to fill 3 Part-Time Personal Support Workers (PSW) in the Niagara Region (St Catharines, Thorold, Niagara on the Lake, Port Colborne, Welland, Fonthill, Lincoln, Vineland, Beamsville, Grimsby, Crystal Beach, Fort Erie, NiagaraFalls, etc. Whether starting or a...

RhynoCare
Saint-Lazare, Ontario, Canada

Assist the registered staff in nursing diagnostic and therapeutic measures. Provides assistance and support with restorative nursing. Promote good understanding and teamwork between shifts, registered and unregulated staff and the collective agreement. Provide skilled care for all activiti...

CarePartners
Niagara Falls, Ontario

Valid certificate as a Personal Support Worker, Internationally Trained Nurse, Health Care Aid, Developmental Support Worker, Home Support Worker, or enrollment in a Nursing program. Are you proud to contribute your skills to delivering quality health care? PSWs are an integral part of a health care...

RhynoCare
Morris, Ontario, Canada

Assist the registered staff in nursing diagnostic and therapeutic measures. Provides assistance and support with restorative nursing. Promote good understanding and teamwork between shifts, registered and unregulated staff and the collective agreement. Provide skilled care for all activiti...

VON
Peel, Ontario

The Personal Support Worker provides personal support and homemaking services to clients and families within the framework of VON policies, procedures, standards. Reports verbally to the immediate supervisor or Personal Support Program Manager any changes in the client’s or family's personal support...

RT Medical
Ontario, Canada

Personal Support Workers (PSWs) will provide care to individuals who need assistance as they deal with the effects of aging, injury, surgery, or illness. Valid Personal Support Worker Certificate from a Ministry of Training, Colleges, and Universities or the Ministry of Education approved program&nb...

Bayshore HealthCare
Niagara Falls, Ontario

As Canada’s largest and best homecare company, join us as we continue our 50+ year tradition of supporting our PSWs to make “being the difference” a Career!. Our PSWs assist clients with activities of daily living, according to the care plan, as well as provide cognitive, social and/or emotional sup...

JobCart Inc
St. Catharines, Ontario

Providing top-notch customer service and technical support to uphold the high standards of our e-commerce partner. As a Helpdesk Support Advisor, you'll not only provide exceptional technical support but also contribute to the success of a thriving e-commerce enterprise. Handling diverse customer ch...

IVA CARE
ON, CA

Education: Registered Apprenticeship certificate. Transport patients in wheelchair or stretcher. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Efficient interpersonal skills. ...

Adecco
St. Catharines, Ontario

Don’t miss out on these RN, RPN and PSW positions in the St Catharines, ON areas. Adecco is actively seeking dedicated healthcare professionals to join our clients team in the St Catharines, ON areas. The ideal candidates will provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients, working collabo...