Personal Support Worker - St. Thomas, Canada - St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital

St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital

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St. Thomas, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

POSITION:

Personal Support Worker

UNIT:

PSW Resource Team

STATUS:

Full Time

SALARY:

$ $26.84
:

The PSW's within STEGH's float pool will be trained to work between multiple units. Alternating between the Intensive Care Unit, Acute Medical Unit and Surgical Inpatient departments.

The PSW will be working at their full scope of practice and will be responsible for performing basic patient care functions, assisting patients with activities of daily living and other duties assigned.

The PSW will be responsible for documenting on unit specific documentation forms, observing and reporting changes in patient conditions to appropriate team members and practicing infection control and safety measures in accordance with Hospital policies and procedures.

HOURS:

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Personal Support Worker Certificate from an approved and recognized postsecondary educational institution.
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification required
Minimum of one (1) year recent experience in Long Term Care or a Continuing Care environment
Demonstrated excellent customer service, organizational and problem solving skills
Demonstrated initiative and the ability to function both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team member in a fast paced demanding environment
Effective communication skills both verbal and written
Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning and professional development
Excellent attendance record in accordance with STEGH's Attendance at Work Program
Demonstrated acceptable performance record in alignment with STEGH's Mission, Vision, Values and Code of Conduct

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