Personal Support Worker - MSICU
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Personal Support Worker position in the Medical Surgical Intensive Care Unit at Toronto General Hospital.
The PSW works as part of an inter-professional care team and reports to the department manager.
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Position Overview
Personal Support Worker position in the Medical Surgical Intensive Care Unit at Toronto General Hospital.
The PSW works as part of an inter-professional care team and reports to the department manager.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with feeding, transfers, bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, and toileting.
- Perform appropriately delegated tasks under RN or RPN oversight.
- Communicate information according to patients' pre-established Plans of Care.
- Report unsafe conditions and patient behavioral, physical, or cognitive changes.
- Document safety concerns and maintain patient records and progress notes.
- Follow hospital policies and procedures for patient safety and delegated care.
Requirements
- Current HSCPOA registration is required.
- Completion of an accredited community college PSW program or recent UHN-approved private career college program is required.
- A current BCLS certificate is required.
- The role requires capacity for regular standing, walking, climbing, reaching, and other physical movement.
- Behavioral management training such as PIECES, U-First, or CPI is an asset.
- Acute care or rehabilitation experience is an asset.
Compensation
- The wage range is $31.70 to $32.61 per hour.
- The start rate is non-negotiable and follows collective agreement requirements.
Schedule
- The position is permanent part-time for up to 24 hours per week.
- Days, evenings, and nights are required.
Workplace
- The role is based at Toronto General Hospital in Toronto, Ontario.
- The position supports care delivery in a medical-surgical intensive care setting.
Benefits
- UHN offers pension participation through the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP).
- Employees have access to development and promotion opportunities, transit and shuttle services, corporate discounts, and on-site gyms.
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