Client Care Attendant - Transitional Care Program

Duties

Follows KARDEX for patient care needs, including communication, meal assistance, transferring, ambulation, toileting, hygiene, and grooming. Executes individualized care plans, addressing instructions such as diet restrictions, safe transferring, pressure ulcer prevention, restraint use, fall prevention, and assisted communication. Reports patient condition changes to the Registered Nurse promptly and objectively, including skin integrity, mental status, sleep patterns, nutritional factors, weight, bowel functions, and behaviors. Assists with psychosocial patient needs, responds to call bells, answers phones, supports healthcare team, provides coverage during breaks, attends meetings, and contributes to a safe environment. Documents care and changes in patient condition following hospital policy, using Core Care Summary and Progress Notes. Operates equipment like lifts and wheelchairs, ensuring functionality and notifying staff of concerns. Maintains a safe environment by adhering to safety standards, identifying and preventing safety issues, attending safety meetings, and using personal protective equipment. Exhibits the Center's core values and contributes to patients' well-being

Qualifications

Valid registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario High school diploma (Grade 12) or equivalent education. Current registration with the Health and Supportive Care Providers Oversight Authority (HSCPOA) Personal Support Worker Certification obtained from either an Ontario College of Applied Arts and Technology program or an Accredited PSW Educational Program. Experience preferably at least one year of full-time equivalent work experience within the past three years. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a courteous approach towards the public. Proficiency in working collaboratively as a team member within an interprofessional environment. Capability to follow directions while also being able to work independently. Fundamental computer skills in Microsoft Office (e.g., Word), Internet usage, and Outlook Express. Demonstrated satisfactory work performance in the current or previous roles. Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certificate preferred. Strong attendance and punctuality record.

Additional Information

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN. Competitive offer packages Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/) Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service A flexible work environment Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.) Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration. All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly. At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Department

• UHN
• Reactivation
• Care
• Centre
• Compensation: CAD 31.02 - CAD 31.56 - hourly