Personal Support Worker (PSW) - Surrey

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.
Il y a plus de 30 jours