Personal Support Worker - University Health Network, Toronto

Position summary

The Personal Support Worker (PSW) acts as a vital member of the inter-professional care team at University Health Network. In this role, you are expected to maintain a collaborative and active working relationship with team members in the daily provision of patient care within the Brain Program (Inpatient Stroke) at the Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, University Centre. There are 2 casual vacancies available.

What you'll do

As a Personal Support Worker contributing to patient support in Toronto, your duties encompass daily assistance and safety oversight:

• Assist patients with activities of daily living: This includes feeding, lifts and transfers, bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, and toileting.
• Perform tasks assigned or delegated by an RN or RPN in compliance with the RHPA for which appropriate education and training has been completed, with RNs and RPNs responsible for oversight.
• Communicate and demonstrate basic information in accordance with a patient's pre-established 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.
• Complete and maintain related patient records and progress notes, as per hospital policy.

Skills and experience

Candidates seeking University Health Network jobs must meet specific registration, certification, and physical capabilities:

• Current registration with the Health and Supportive Care Providers Oversight Authority (HSCPOA)
• 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 and/or previous rehab experience considered an asset
• Excellent computer skills
• Good attendance record is required

What's on offer

Working at UHN grants you access to comprehensive offerings designed to support you throughout your career:

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization membership with the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Close access to transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks including multiple corporate discounts on travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, and on-site gyms