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QUALIFICATIONS NECESSARY

• Personal Support Workers (PSW) or equivalent Health Care Aide (HCA) certificate/experience acceptable to the Employer;
• Education/courses and experience related to the care of the elderly would be an asset;
• Current CPR certification would be an asset;
• Understands and maintains confidentiality;
• Working knowledge of computer software would be an asset;
• Familiar with Occupational Health & Safety Workers’ rights and responsibilities;
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skill with the ability to function effectively independently, within a team, with front line personnel, and management;
• Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment with excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize workload;
• Dependable with a verifiable acceptable attendance record;
• Proven ability to perform the essential duties of the position on a regular basis.

POSITION SUMMARY:

• This position is responsible for the direct care of the residents as indicated by the resident care plan under the supervision of registered staff. The HCA/PSW is responsible to report to the Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Practical Nurse (RPN), any change in the resident’s condition. The HCA/PSW works as part of a multidisciplinary team.

SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Assist residents with all activities of daily living in accordance with the Home’s policies and procedures and Long Term Care Act;
• Contributes in a positive way to the home-like atmosphere of Rainycrest Long Term Care;
• Follows the resident’s current care plan and documents resident care on the Daily Care Record;
• Interacts professionally and courteously with residents, families, visitors, and staff;
• Adheres to all safety policies including but not limited to resident transfers, mechanical lifts, and environment;
• Maintains the standards and policies set out by the organization and Long Term Care;
• Measures and records resident’s weight and reports to the RN/RPN any changes;
• Collects specimens (urine, sputum and stool) under the direction of the RN/RPN;
• Keeps all service areas such as utility, linen and tub rooms clean and hazard-free;
• Keeps all resident care areas tidy and reports any needs for repairs to the RN/RPN;
• Responds to the resident call bells and security alarms promptly;
• Reports immediately any physical or behaviour changes in a resident or incident causing concern to the RN/RPN;
• Provides input for the development and revision of the resident care plan;
• Participates in resident care conferences and multidisciplinary meetings;
• Maintains the confidentiality of all resident information;
• Participates in staff development programs, in services and completes all mandatory education as required;
• Assists with training of all new staff and students;
• Performs such other related duties as may be assigned; Health and Safety Employee Health and Safety
• Responsible for following all Occupational Health and Safety regulations and relevant organizational policies and procedures to ensure personal safety and safety of others;
• Participates in monthly safety inspections, emergency drills and training programs as required;
• Reports any equipment, safety concerns or hazards to Supervisor;
• Has a working knowledge of all Emergency Plans – codes, policies and procedure; Client Safety
• Responsible for following organizational policies and procedures;
• Identifies and informs managers/supervisors of client safety problems and concerns, including actual and potential adverse events and incidents;
• Assesses client safety issues and concerns and actively participates in improvement activities;

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

1. Human Resource Policies
2. Corporation Policies
3. Department Policies