Position Summary

Under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN) /Registered Practical Nurse (RPN), or other regulated health care professionals, the Personal Support Worker (PSW) is responsible for performing assigned functions as an unregulated care provider, which supports the health care team in assisting patients in activities of daily living, and supports the effective operations of patient care areas. The PSW shall provide patient care consistent with the unit specific duties and statement of limitations of the PSW classification and in accordance with all Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital (OSMH) policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Education:
• Completion of an Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Personal Support Worker Certificate obtained from an accredited college program, obtained since 1997 required.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Standard First Aid certificates required.

Experience:

• Previous experience in a hospital clinical setting preferred.
• Minimum two to three years work experience in last five years in a hospital, long term care facility or residential home.

Competencies:

• Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills in English and the ability to deal with the public in a courteous manner.
• Demonstrated proven commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
• Demonstrated ability to function as a team member in a collaborative environment.
• Demonstrated ability to accept direction and work independently.
• Demonstrated computer literacy and other job related technology.
• Demonstrated good work ethics and work performance and attendance record history.
• Demonstrated open availability, flexibility and reliability.
Other:

Demonstrates commitment to continued professional and personal growth and development through Continuing Education Programs and Self Directed Learning Opportunities.

OSMH is committed to diversity and equity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S persons and others who may contribute to a diverse workplace.

Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity, equal opportunity and maintaining a barrier-free selection process for job applicants. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known to the Human Resources department when contacted. All requests are handled confidentially.