Fixed FT hours
Knowledge of the Spanish Language is a huge asset, as this is the language the client speaks.
As a key member of the health care team, you will monitor and deliver nursing care at home, in accordance with federal and provincial legislated standards of practice. You will utilize your sound knowledge, skills and judgment to offer safe, compassionate, and ethical nursing care in a community/in home setting.
Duties and Responsibilities
Following the care plan, observing and reporting any substantial findings and/or changes in patient/resident/client’s behaviour to the appropriate registered member of the healthcare team.
Perform tasks delegated to them (only if they are trained to perform the delegated task)
Assisting with ambulation, positioning, and transferring using mechanical lifts such as a Hoyer lift.
Assisting or providing total personal care such as toileting, bathing, and perineal care.
Assisting with eating, dressing, and grooming.
Computer or paper documentation of Activities of Daily Living (ADL’s) and other findings.
Reporting behavioural and clinical changes to the healthcare team.
Self-actualization by helping patient/resident/client to reach maximum potential.
Qualifications
Personal support worker certificate from a designated institution.
Must possess strong written and oral communication, problem solving, decision making skills, and time management skills.
Knowledgeable in computer charting and electronic medication administration programs.
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification.
Current Vulnerable Sector Screening.
Complete Immunization Record.
Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
Community experience is an asset!
Outstanding communication skills.
Staff Relief Health Care Services is an equal chance employer. We encourage all candidates who dedicate their careers to helping others and striving to make a real difference to the well-being of those they care for to apply.
Pay: $23.00-$26.00 per hour
Perks:
Dental care
Extended health care
Application question(s):
Do you have previous home-care experience?
Can you drive daily to Blenheim for this position? It is about 30 mins drive from Chatham-Kent