Personal Support Worker (PSW) Acute Medicine (Quinte 5)

Position Summary

Reporting to the Patient Services Manager the PSW is a member of the health care team accountable for the day to day provision of quality patient and family centered care in a manner consistent with Quinte Healths Mission Vision Values and Strategic Direction. Under the direction of the RN/RPN or other regulated health professional the Personal Support Worker performs assigned functions as an unregulated care provider that support the health care team in assisting patients in activities of daily living and supports the effective operation of patient care areas.

Required

Personal Support Worker Certificate received from an Ontario College of Applied Arts and Technology Program or Accredited PSW Certificate within the past two years or graduate of same program and have at least one year of full time equivalent work experience within the past three years.
Current CPR or BCLS certification.
Capable of coping with a physically demanding workload. (Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) available to review).
Must have a satisfactory Criminal Record / Vulnerable Sector Check.

Duties

Performs or assists patients with activities of daily living including basic hygiene as assigned (i.e. bathing toileting dressing oral care personal grooming etc.).
Adheres to worker responsibilities as set out in the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Hospital policies.
Effectively communicates to RN/RPN in a timely objective manner without interpretation the following but not limited to: Patient information specific to assigned activities observed changes in patients condition patient findings and/or unusual occurrences.
Document in the Health Record as appropriate.
Assists in meeting patients psychosocial needs i.e. engaging patients in conversation taking patients for walks assisting with unit programs.
Other duties as assigned.

At Quinte Health guided by our core values of Imagine Its You Value Everyone We All Make a Difference and Stronger Together our family of four hospitals holds a central role in the mission to enhance lives and foster healthier communities. We operate as a cohesive team uniting all our hospitals to deliver local and regional healthcare partnership with our communities we strive to improve access to high-quality care right in their own neighborhoods.

Our sense of fulfillment is deeply rooted in the impactful work we do a sentiment shared by our dynamic teams of staff dedicated physicians and committed volunteers. They not only care passionately for our patients but also for each other embodying our core values at every turn.

We dont just serve our communities we actively contribute to them. Quinte Health is woven into the fabric of our local landscape with our team members residing raising their families and often retiring right here in the communities they cherish. We are on a constant lookout for compassionate and dedicated individuals to join our team. Our diverse array of exciting roles encompasses positions that span multiple hospitals as well as opportunities situated within a single hospital. Join us as we live out our values in providing exceptional healthcare close to home.

Physical Demands Analysis

Strength
Required Occasionally lifting and carrying average weight 20 pounds and max 50 pushing/pulling average 10-15 pounds and max 30 pounds patient assist approx. 100 pounds.

Mobility
Required Constantly standing.
Required Frequently walking bending/stooping.
Required Occasionally sitting twisting/turning bending crouching/squatting kneeling.
Required Rarely balancing climbing.

Dexterity
Required Frequently forward shoulder movements gripping/grasping pinching neck elbow shoulder wrist and back normal range of motion.
Required Occasionally fine finger movements shoulder movements (up/down).
Required Rarely foot action.

Equal Opportunity

We thank all interested candidates for their response however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Quinte Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our Recruitment process follows the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act in order to provide a fair and equitable process for all candidates. Applicants requiring accommodation through the recruitment/interview process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department at x2577 or for assistance.

Required Experience:

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