Personal Support Worker – Make a Difference at NYGH!

Personal Support Worker – Make a Difference at NYGH!

Location: NYGH Finch Site, Toronto, Ontario (Reactivation Care Centre Units 4 & 5)
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: $25.69 – $29.41/Hour

About North York General Hospital (NYGH)

NYGH is more than just a hospital; it’s a place where excellence thrives! They are achieving a new standard of patient care, always putting patients first. As a leading community academic hospital, they are constantly innovating through research and education. Imagine being part of a team that’s truly making a world of difference – at NYGH, you can!

Job Details

Benefits

  • Make a meaningful impact on the lives of elderly patients.
  • Join a dynamic team in a leading Canadian hospital.
  • Competitive total compensation package, including pay in lieu of benefits and vacation pay.
  • Opportunity to join the Hospital Pension Plan.
  • Be part of a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Requirements

  • Completed Personal Support Worker (PSW) certificate from a recognized institution.
  • 1-2 years of experience in inpatient Geriatric/Rehab or Long-Term Care.
  • Experience with patients with cognitive impairment/dementia and responsive behaviors is preferred.
  • Knowledge of infection control practices.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Commitment to ongoing learning and development.

About the Role

As a Personal Support Worker at NYGH’s Reactivation Care Centre, you’ll be providing essential personal care to residents, assisting nursing personnel with daily living activities, and performing specific treatments as directed. You will have the opportunity to build trusting relationships with elderly patients and contribute to their wellbeing in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Providing personal care, including hygiene, grooming, dressing, and toileting.
  • Supporting patients’ independence, dignity, and emotional well-being.
  • Assisting with nutrition and hydration intake, and providing preventative skin care.
  • Carrying out duties in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
  • Communicating effectively with patients, families, and colleagues.
  • Performing direct and indirect patient care activities as part of the interprofessional care plan.

Employer Details

Company Name: North York General Hospital

Address: 555 Finch Ave W, Toronto, Ontario

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Application Process

Think you’re the right person for the job? Apply now! Ensure to meet the deadline – only applications received by the closing date (November 25, 2024) will be considered.