Job Details

Job Type Two (2) part-time permanent positions

This posting is for an existing vacancy

Hours 0.70 FTE

Classification PSW

Department Nursing Resource Team

Salary $ to $ per hour

Salary As per CUPE LOCAL 822 Collective Agreement

Closing Date Monday, October 19, 2026

Description

As a member of the care giving team on the Patient Care units, assists the Nursing staff with the provision of patient care. Performs duties related to patient care under the direction of regulated Health Care Professionals and/or Physicians in accordance with hospital standards, policies and procedures. This position contributes to the shared responsibility of ensuring health and safety policies are followed to provide for a healthy environment for staff, physicians, volunteers, learners, patients and families.

Values

COMPASSION : We are empathetic, sensitive and understanding to the unique needs of our patients. their families, our staff and our communities.

COLLABORATION : We are stronger together, working as a team and with our partners to improve the health of our patients.

EXCELLENCE : We are committed to quality care and service excellence for every patient. We stay current on evolving science and share our expertise.

INTEGRITY : We are committed to honesty, confidentiality, confidentiality and trust. We act in a professional and ethical manner to best meet the needs of our patients, their families, our staff and our communities.

RESPECT : We embrace the strength in our diversity and treat patients, families, staff and partners with dignity.



We value each individual and bring trust to every relationship.

Why Work with LWDH? In this position, there are many benefits to joining our team:

- Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan enrolment, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans that includes inflation protections, survivor perks, buyback options, and early retirement
- Pay in lieu of vacation and benefits provided
- A third party partnered, self-directed and initiated benefits package through Health Care Providers (HCP) Group Insurance is provided that includes customizable health and dental plans, life insurance, long-term disability benefits (LTD), and accidental death, disease and dismemberment (ADD&D;) based on package eligibility
- Access to staff physiotherapy, onsite gym, Employee Assistance Program, staff wellness initiatives, and much more

Qualifications

Education

- Diploma or Certificate in Personal Support Worker (PSW) from a recognized PSW Program

Experience

- Previous experience working in hospital and or other healthcare facilities preferred
- Skilled in point of care (POC) preferred

Knowledge and Skills

- Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent related skills & experience
- Current BLS & CPR Certificates required




- Previous Hospital/Health Care experience strongly preferred
- Current basic computer skills
- Effective written and oral communication skills and interpersonal skills to work as part of a multidisciplinaryteam
- Must have the knowledge, skill, judgment and ability to work with patients in an understanding, sensitive and compassionate manner
- Must be a self-directed individual with well-developed organizational skills
- Possess the ability to take initiative and work with minimal supervision
- Proven initiative, judgment, decision-making and problem-solving capabilities
- Have an interest in, and the ability to work with the elderly patients
- Demonstrated ability to comply with patient safety initiatives, e.g. hand hygiene protocols
- Demonstrated ability to respect the patient’s rights to safety, dignity, respect, privacy and confidentiality.
- Proven ability to develop and maintain rapport with internal and external stakeholders
- Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
- Ability to work independently and as a team member
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position
- Reliable attendance record

LWDH is a proud and active partner in the All Nations Health Partners Ontario Health Team, working collaboratively towards the development of a seamless, patient-centre healthcare system. Applications will be screened based on the posted qualifications.

LWDH is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inc

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