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Patient Care Aide (C4 Med/Surg) - Part-Time
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General Posting Information
POSITION:
Patient Care Aide
DEPARTMENT:
C4 Medicine / Surgery
CONDITIONS:
Part-time (0.50 FTE)
HOURS:
Approximately 37.5 Bi-weekly hours
SHIFTS:
Days / Weekends
11.25 hours per shift (subject to change)
WAGE RANGE:
Scale Minimum Maximum
CUPE22 $28.82/hr $30.27/hr
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The purpose of this position is to provide support services to the interdisciplinary team and patients, contributing to the efficiency and the quality of patient care. Under the delegation and guidance of the Nurse, Charge Nurse and/or Care Facilitator, the Patient Care Aide will assist the team as appropriate, responding to patient needs or tasks that require attention.
Assisting Nursing and interdisciplinary staff with care of patients, ambulation and repositioning
Assisting with bed linen changes for occupied beds & completing bed linen changes for unoccupied beds
Transporting patients within the unit by means of wheelchair, stretcher and as a walking ****** as directed.
Responding to call bells as appropriate
Assisting with hand hygiene before meals & clearing patient belongings on over-bed tables at meal times to ensure timely delivery of meal trays
Transporting discharged patients to Hospital entrance as required
Providing patient sitter functions on occasion, as directed
Monitoring and replenishing patient safety supplies such as hand sanitizer in bed brackets, patient restraints, eyewash bottles, etc.
Monitoring and restocking non-stores items in the clean supply room according to unit’s established lists and procedures
Replenishing supplies on isolation and nursing carts, warming cupboards and/or Nurse Servers, and other special procedure and/or supply totes/carts
Adopting clear lines of communication that promote effective team work among all staff and support patient care
Participate in unit / corporate related programs such as: OHS Initiatives, WHMIS, Lifts and Transfers training, Mask fit testing, orientation of new staff, Daily CPI huddles, etc.
Demonstrates QCH values: accountability, innovation and respect
REQUIREMENTS:
Grade 12 education
Knowledge acquired through the successful completion of an accredited health related course (eg: Personal Support Worker, Developmental Support Worker, Internationally Educated Health Care Professional, or equivalent)
Able to maintain effective relationships with the unit team members to assist in promoting efficient operations within the unit
Good organizational skills
Able to work independently with minimal supervision
Able to maintain effective relationships and collaborate with and support health care team
Valid CPR certification level C
Regular and reliable attendance at work
Please note that according to the Ontario Health and Queensway Carleton Hospital Vaccination Policy, all applicants must be fully vaccinated unless they can provide the proof of a valid medical contraindication or exemption on the basis of protected grounds under the Ontario Human Rights Code in order to be considered for any staff or volunteer opportunities. Upon hiring, applicants must provide the proof of either government issued documentation proving they have been fully vaccinated, or present supporting documentation of a valid medical contraindication or exemption under Ontario Human Rights Code.
Thank you for your continued interest in Queensway Carleton Hospital. We deeply value and celebrate the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, as they are integral to the enrichment of our work environment. We believe that by fostering an inclusive and diverse community, we can achieve our mission of providing exceptional healthcare services to all individuals with compassion and respect. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our organization including, but not limited to women, racial or ethnic minorities, First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples, persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQI+ communities.
At Queensway Carleton Hospital, we are committed to ensuring accessibility and accommodating the needs of all candidates throughout the entire selection process. Our dedicated recruitment team is readily available to assist individuals with any inquiries or concerns regarding accessibility and accommodations at any stage of our recruitment process. We invite you to reach out and let us know how we can best support you. We look forward to welcoming diverse talent into our team and continuing to make a positive impact in the lives of our patients and the communities we serve.
POSITION:
Patient Care Aide
DEPARTMENT:
C4 Medicine / Surgery
CONDITIONS:
Part-time (0.50 FTE)
HOURS:
Approximately 37.5 Bi-weekly hours
SHIFTS:
Days / Weekends
11.25 hours per shift (subject to change)
WAGE RANGE:
Scale Minimum Maximum
CUPE22 $28.82/hr $30.27/hr
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The purpose of this position is to provide support services to the interdisciplinary team and patients, contributing to the efficiency and the quality of patient care. Under the delegation and guidance of the Nurse, Charge Nurse and/or Care Facilitator, the Patient Care Aide will assist the team as appropriate, responding to patient needs or tasks that require attention.
Assisting Nursing and interdisciplinary staff with care of patients, ambulation and repositioning
Assisting with bed linen changes for occupied beds & completing bed linen changes for unoccupied beds
Transporting patients within the unit by means of wheelchair, stretcher and as a walking ****** as directed.
Responding to call bells as appropriate
Assisting with hand hygiene before meals & clearing patient belongings on over-bed tables at meal times to ensure timely delivery of meal trays
Transporting discharged patients to Hospital entrance as required
Providing patient sitter functions on occasion, as directed
Monitoring and replenishing patient safety supplies such as hand sanitizer in bed brackets, patient restraints, eyewash bottles, etc.
Monitoring and restocking non-stores items in the clean supply room according to unit’s established lists and procedures
Replenishing supplies on isolation and nursing carts, warming cupboards and/or Nurse Servers, and other special procedure and/or supply totes/carts
Adopting clear lines of communication that promote effective team work among all staff and support patient care
Participate in unit / corporate related programs such as: OHS Initiatives, WHMIS, Lifts and Transfers training, Mask fit testing, orientation of new staff, Daily CPI huddles, etc.
Demonstrates QCH values: accountability, innovation and respect
REQUIREMENTS:
Grade 12 education
Knowledge acquired through the successful completion of an accredited health related course (eg: Personal Support Worker, Developmental Support Worker, Internationally Educated Health Care Professional, or equivalent)
Able to maintain effective relationships with the unit team members to assist in promoting efficient operations within the unit
Good organizational skills
Able to work independently with minimal supervision
Able to maintain effective relationships and collaborate with and support health care team
Valid CPR certification level C
Regular and reliable attendance at work
Please note that according to the Ontario Health and Queensway Carleton Hospital Vaccination Policy, all applicants must be fully vaccinated unless they can provide the proof of a valid medical contraindication or exemption on the basis of protected grounds under the Ontario Human Rights Code in order to be considered for any staff or volunteer opportunities. Upon hiring, applicants must provide the proof of either government issued documentation proving they have been fully vaccinated, or present supporting documentation of a valid medical contraindication or exemption under Ontario Human Rights Code.
Thank you for your continued interest in Queensway Carleton Hospital. We deeply value and celebrate the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, as they are integral to the enrichment of our work environment. We believe that by fostering an inclusive and diverse community, we can achieve our mission of providing exceptional healthcare services to all individuals with compassion and respect. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our organization including, but not limited to women, racial or ethnic minorities, First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples, persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQI+ communities.
At Queensway Carleton Hospital, we are committed to ensuring accessibility and accommodating the needs of all candidates throughout the entire selection process. Our dedicated recruitment team is readily available to assist individuals with any inquiries or concerns regarding accessibility and accommodations at any stage of our recruitment process. We invite you to reach out and let us know how we can best support you. We look forward to welcoming diverse talent into our team and continuing to make a positive impact in the lives of our patients and the communities we serve.
