Personal Support Worker (15 positions)

Position Summary:

As a member of the nursing team and under the supervision of the Registered Nurse or the Registered Practical Nurse, the Personal Support Worker performs various aspects of resident care in accordance with the policies and procedures of Strathmere Lodge.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs or assists resident to perform personal hygiene care such as bathing, grooming, hair and nails, toileting, oral hygiene, dressing and records on resident's flow charts.
• In accordance with policies and procedures, performs duties such as feeding resident, performing minor non-prescription treatments i.e. foot soaks, lifting and transferring resident, ambulating, positioning and removing resident from toilets, commodes, urinals and bedpans, stripping beds of soiled linen and making beds.
• Collects and labels specimens for Lab such as urine, sputum, feces. • Accurately records TPR and promptly reports abnormal vitals to a RN/RPN. • Observes and reports resident progress, daily activities, intake and output and other information pertinent to resident well-being and promptly reports abnormal conditions to a RN/RPN.
• Completes residents’ RAI assessments as assigned.
• Provides non-medical care to resident, i.e. the aggressive or confused as per care directions.
• Answers call bells promptly.
• Orientates newly appointed PSWs.
• Uses equipment such as Ninjo flushers, lifts, stretchers, wheel/Geri-chairs and beds safely as per policy and procedures of Strathmere Lodge.
• Assists with preparation of deceased body and assembles belongings.
• Cleans and stocks utility and spa rooms. Clean and disinfect commodes, bedpans, urinals. Cleans wheelchairs, Geri-chairs, walkers as required.
• Assists with taking residents to and from OT/PT activities, appointments within the building and recreational programs.
• Motivates residents and encourages them to maintain their highest level of ability.
• Performs all other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Personal Support Worker (PSW) program that meets the requirements set out by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, and is a minimum of 600 hours in duration; Registered Nurses (RNs) or Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs) with adequate skills and knowledge to perform PSW duties and holds a current certificate of registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario; Students currently enrolled in RN, RPN, or PSW programs meeting the standards set out by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, under appropriate supervision; or, persons with a diploma or certificate from another jurisdiction, equivalent to a minimum of 600 hours of training, including both class time and practical experience, and recognized as having equivalent skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build rapport with residents and staff

• Current Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Screening and TB testing that is satisfactory to Strathmere Lodge/Middlesex County

• $28.62/hour
• Employee Recognition Events
• Professional Development
• Eligibility for OMERS Pension Plan
• 13.75% Pay in Lieu of Benefits
• 4% Vacation Pay
• Employee and Family Assistance Program