Personal Support Worker - Toronto, Canada - University Health Network

University Health Network

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Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Contract

Company Description:

The University Health Network, where "above all else the needs of patients come first", encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of "Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning", the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

Union:

CUPE

Site:
Toronto Western Hospital

Department:
Neurovascular Unit

Reports to:
Nurse Manager

Work Model:
On-Site

Salary:
$ start rate is non-negotiable and in accordance with the collective agreement)

Hours:37.5 hours per week

Shifts:
Monday-Friday (weekends may be required as needed) Days/Evenings/Nights/Stat Holiday , , , ,

Status:
Temporary Full-Time (1 year contract)

Closing Date:
May 23, 2024

The Krembil Brain Institute at Toronto Western Hospital is home to one of the world's largest and most comprehensive multidisciplinary teams working hand-in-hand to prevent and confront problems of the brain and spine.

One in three Canadians will experience a brain-related condition such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, Epilepsy, Stroke or Concussion, in their lifetime.

The Neurovascular Unit (NVU) within the Krembil Brain Institute (KBI) program is the first of its kind in Canada. We champion a vision of right environment, for the right patient at the right time.

It is a world-class care centre offering 44 in-patient beds including 20 High Acuity Level II beds for patients who require specialized interventions and monitoring.

The Neurovascular Unit was designated as the District Stroke Centre for the West Toronto Region.

In 2017, NVU achieved stroke distinction from the Accreditation Canada for demonstrating national leadership, clinical excellence and commitment for continuous improvement of care for neurovascular patients.

Position Summary

The Personal Support Worker (PSW) is a member of the inter-professional care team and is expected to maintain a collaborative and active working relationship with team members in the provision of patient care.

Duties

Assist patients with activities of daily living: This includes feeding, lifts and transfers, bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, and toileting.
Perform tasks delegated by an RN or RPN in compliance with the RHPA for which appropriate education and training has been completed. RNs and RPNs will be responsible for the oversight of the PSW when performing the delegated tasks. Delegated tasks can include actions that involve insertion of a digit or instrument into a body cavity, or any care or procedure under the dermis, for example.
Communicate and demonstrate basic information in accordance with a patient's preestablished Plan of Care.
Ensure a safe environment for patients and staff by reporting and documenting unsafe conditions such as broken equipment as well as any patient behavioral, physical, or cognitive changes. Safety concerns must be reported to an RN, RPN or other regulated health provider, in compliance with patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans, policies and procedures in order to ensure a safe environment for patients.
Complete and maintain related patient records and progress notes, as per hospital policy.

Qualifications:

Education: Successful completion of a PSW program from an accredited community college;
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certificate;
Behavioral management training (such as PIECES, U-First, CPI) is considered an asset
Ability to handle daily mild to moderate physical exertion (i.e. constant standing, walking, climbing, reaching and frequent movement) on an occasional to frequent basis;
Acute care in Neuroscience/Neurovascular experience considered an asset;
Good attendance record is required

Additional Information:

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks.

It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.