Sisters of Providence of St. Vincent de Paul
EXTERNAL JOB POSTING
Position Title: Personal Support Worker
Job Type: Casual
Work schedule: 8 & 12-hour shifts
Union/Bargaining Unit: LiUNA 3000
Job Description
Under the direction of the Registered Practical Nurse, (RPN) the Personal Support Worker provides personal care to Sisters and reports any changes/concerns in their well-being to the registered nursing staff.
Duties & Responsibilities
- The employee will provide appropriate personal care within the scope of a personal support worker and inform the Sister of social activities, appointments, Mass, bath times and encourages participation in social activities and special events.
- Informs the Sisters that she is caring for them and will keep them informed of social activities, appointments, Mass, bath times and encourages participation in social activities and special events.
- Perform safety checks hourly or more frequently if required for the Sisters safety.
- Will work together with coworkers as a team and will answer all call bells promptly, and provide any care required.
- Instill eye drops/ointments, treatment creams after completing an education program and a successful return demonstration on safe and proper techniques.
- Utilize quiet time appropriately, by ambulating, visiting and/or reading to the Sisters, etc.
- Accompany Sisters to outside appointments if required and as requested.
- Keep updated on any changes in care or the condition of a Sisters health by reading the Inter-shift communication sheets.
- Listen to reports, accepts assignment and clarifies any questions regarding care with the Nurse in Charge.
- Utilize effective communication skills and allows the Sisters to be involved in their care decisions when possible and where appropriate.
Qualifications
- Personal Support Worker Certificate from an accredited school.
- One year of professional nursing experience within a Geriatric or Rehabilitation setting preferred.
- Current CPR and First Aid certification.
- Vulnerable Sector Check (level 3), copies will not be accepted.
- Proof of Enhanced Vaccination, including any booster dose(s).
- Ability to provide the highest quality of care to the Sisters’.
- Ability to work as an effective member of the nursing team.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Possesses an interest in continued learning, developing new skills and nursing techniques.
- Satisfactory References.
- Ability to work 8-hour and 12-hour shifts as posted
- Physically able to perform assigned duties.
Salary: $ 24.36 – $ 25.96/hour
Application Instructions:
Qualified applicants are asked to submit a resume and cover letter to HR@providence.ca quoting ‘Personal Support Worker’ – Ref. ID: 2023-18.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.