Patient Support Assistant (CUPE), Resource Team (10533)

Overview

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Who you are

You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courage.You are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard.You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills. 48_Scheduling Created with Sketch.

Schedule

The successful candidate will be available to work 12 hour shifts; days, and nights (0730-1930; 1930-0730) including weekday, weekends, and holidays. Please note schedules may change due to operational needs.Successful candidates will also provide support to all MSH sites (including RCC) as well as all LTC homes MSH supports. 48_Budget Created with Sketch.

Compensation

Salary Grid: CU01A:$ - $ per hour

Responsibilities

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Patient care

As a Patient Support Assistant you will become an integral member of the Interdisciplinary Health Care Team (IDHCT) responsible for the comprehensive care of patients through the Resource Team. The responsibilities include assisting the patients with the basic activities of daily living, bathing, nutrition, positioning and ambulation. 48_Quality Assurance Created with Sketch.

Quality assurance

In addition, you will be responsible for non-patient care support duties including stocking treatment areas and carts, maintaining linen supplies and the cleanliness of the patient rooms (for admission and discharge), utility rooms, nursing station, tub and shower rooms and patient care equipment. As an effective team member you will utilize your strong communication skills and be actively involved in quality management initiatives.

Requirements

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Certification

Must have personal support worker (PSW) certification provided by a facility approved by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities or the National Association of Career Colleges (NACC) with a minimum of 600 hours of clinical and practicum completed or equivalent. Current BCLS certification is required. 48_Experience Created with Sketch.

Experience

Previous ICU experience is preferred. 48_Assessment Created with Sketch.

Skills

Excellent English reading, writing, speaking, comprehension and clinical skillsProficient computer and documentation skillsKnowledge of universal precautions and medical terminology an assetStrong customer service, interpersonal and written and verbal communication skillsDemonstrated ability to work well independently and as part of an interprofessional teamStrong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize workload 48_Creative Created with Sketch.

Initiative

Demonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these same standards.Demonstrates a commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with hospital related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required. 48_Construction Created with Sketch.

Physical Demands

Frequent moderate and heavy exertion ( pushing stretchers, wheelchairs, etc.). Lifting over 60 lbs.