***LOCAL CANADIDATES ONLY***


Provide skilled care for all activities of daily living in accordance with corporate policy, established standards and recognized nursing practice.

  • Assist the registered staff in nursing diagnostic and therapeutic measures.
  • Complete all documentation on time, and in accordance with corporate policies, ensuring that it is both current and accurate.
  • Ensure a holistic, quality approach to resident care consistent with RhynoCare’s Mission, Vision, Values and the Resident Bill of Rights.
  • Provide assistance and support with resident meal service.
  • Provides assistance and support with restorative nursing.
  • Strategize, cooperate and conduct all activities necessary for the effective completion of resident care during his/her shift(s) and throughout the unit.
  • Execute care in accordance with current legislation, best practices, corporate policies, and procedures.
  • Participate in agency risk management program related to resident care.
  • Participate in quality improvement program related to resident care.
  • Perform timely, accurate and complete documentation for all care delivered on the assigned shift in accordance with legislation, regulations and internal requirements.
  • Participate in new staff/student mentoring as assigned and promote educational opportunities to enhance their education.
  • Participate in departmental, Interdisciplinary Team and resident safety meetings.
  • Promote good understanding and teamwork between shifts, registered and unregulated staff and the collective agreement.
  • Adhere to all health and safety procedures, including:
  • Practice proper body mechanics in daily routines, particularly when using computer equipment.
  • Use all equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Follow established safety procedures for lock outs.
  • Wear proper safety equipment and PPE when necessary.

Qualifications

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Proficient verbal and written English communication skills.
  • Ability to speak a second language is considered an asset.
  • Must meet one of the following criteria:
    • Successful completion of a Ministry of Education approved PSW Training Program (minimum 640 hours) from a Community College or a school approved by the National Association of Career Colleges OR
    • RN, RPN, Paramedic, Occupational Therapy, and Physiotherapy students with successful completion of Year 1
  • Experience working as a Facility PSW is considered an asset.
  • Negative T.B. skin test or chest x-ray.
  • Current CPR (BCLS) and First Aid Certificate.
  • Meet health surveillance requirements of the Public Hospitals Act.
  • VSS within the past year of hire confirming absence of a criminal history/record.