The Personal Support Worker (PSW) provides direct personal support and care to patients in accordance with policies, procedures, and work routines. Assist with direct care such as ambulation, feeding, bathing, and grooming.
Requirements
- Completed a PSW Program or HCA/CCA certification
- Experience in Long Term Care or community home care setting with exposure to dementia and palliative care
- Knowledge and experience in care planning systems and documentation
- Ability to communicate positively with other staff, residents/patients and families
- Ability to provide care in accordance with application legislation, job routines, nursing care plans, and understand verbal and written instructions in English