PSW - University Health Network, Toronto

The opportunity

The Personal Support Worker (PSW) functions as a member of the inter-professional care team within Complex Continuing Care South 5 at the E.W. Bickle Centre, Toronto Rehab Institute. In this role, you are expected to maintain a collaborative and active working relationship with team members in the provision of patient care.

What you'll bring

• Successful completion of a PSW program from an accredited community college
• 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
• Good attendance record is required

Key duties

• Assist patients with activities of daily living: This includes feeding, lifts and transfers, bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, and toileting.
• Perform tasks delegated by an RN or RPN in compliance with the RHPA for which appropriate education and training has been completed, with RN and RPN 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.

Perks and benefits

Working at University Health Network provides access to a wide range of benefits, programs, and perks designed to support you throughout your career:

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of 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 such as travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, and on-site gyms