Nursing Students - Summer Positions (personal Support Worker) - Elmwood Place

Extendicare Guildwood Inc

Elmwood Place, Canada
On-site
Adhere to plan of care
Assist with personal care and hygiene
Observe and report resident condition
The Personal Support Worker provides personal care and performs selected tasks, which are within their knowledge and skill, under the direction of their supervisor while adhering to regulatory and Extendicare's standards, policies and procedures

Job Summary

  • The Personal Support Worker provides personal care and performs selected tasks, which are within their knowledge and skill, under the direction of their supervisor while adhering to regulatory and Extendicare's standards, policies and procedures.
  • Extendicare has been dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in their long-term care homes across Canada for over 50 years.
  • They offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth.

Matching Summary

The Personal Support Worker provides personal care and performs selected tasks, which are within their knowledge and skill, under the direction of their supervisor while adhering to regulatory and Extendicare's standards, policies and procedures.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Adhere to plan of care
  • Assist with personal care and hygiene
  • Observe and report resident condition
  • Maintain resident confidentiality
  • Uphold organizational values

Nice-to-have

  • Cognitive, social, emotional support
  • Engage with external agencies
  • Safe and clean environment

Key Requirements

  • Completed at least one year of RPN or BScN nursing program
  • Current enrollment in RPN or BScN program
  • Experience working with seniors
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
  • Strong interpersonal and customer focus skills
  • Demonstrated sound skills in providing personal care
  • Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification
  • Ability to perform necessary tasks (e.g., lifting/transferring clients)
  • Provide a complete and current Vulnerable Sector Check

Work Rights

Not specified

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