Personal Support Worker, Long Term Care
Top Benefits
About the role
Limited Competition
This job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometres of Fort Simpson
Department Information
The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.
Job Information
The incumbent's position is located within the Fort Simpson Elder Care Home within Fort Simpson. The facility is connected to the Fort Simpson Health Centre. The incumbent reports directly to the Nurse in Charge (NIC). The incumbent is one of 6 Personal Support Workers(PSW); 5 Relief Personal Support Worker (RPSW), and 6 Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN's) who provide 24 hour culturally sensitive care to residents of the 18 bed LTC facility.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
¿ Knowledge of and an ability to apply standard first aid and CPR in order to preserve life and promote healing,
¿ Knowledge of and an ability to provide basic home nursing and support,
¿ Knowledge of drugs and drug interaction,
¿ Knowledge of healthy aging process,
¿ Knowledge of traditional healing methods as well as community and cultural norms,
¿ An ability to apply bandages dressings and/or splints.
¿ An ability to use nursing equipment (including but not limited to Hoyer Lift, Commode, Tub, etc.).
¿ Ability to operate basic medical equipment; required to assess patient vital statistics and condition (i.e. thermometer, stethoscope, blood pressure apparatus, Blood Glucose Monitor, scissors, simple suction equipment, stretchers, etc.)
¿ An ability to speak, read and write English (this includes and ability to follow verbal and written instruction from nursing, medical and dental personnel and interpret health information accurately-following the Medical Interpreter¿s Guide),
¿ The incumbent must be aware of the importance of confidentiality and be able to keep personal and medical information private and confidential at all times.
¿ Ability to commit to actively upholding and consistently practicing personal diversity, inclusion and cultural awareness, as well as safety and sensitivity approaches in the workplace.
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
The successful completion of a Personal Support Worker or Continuing Care Assistant certification program or equivalent education and experience.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Dehcho HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
9602 100 STREET
BOX 240
FORT SIMPSON, NT X0E 0N0
Tel (867) 695-7233
Fax (867) 695-3254
jobsdehcho@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.
Personal Support Worker, Long Term Care
Top Benefits
About the role
Limited Competition
This job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometres of Fort Simpson
Department Information
The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.
Job Information
The incumbent's position is located within the Fort Simpson Elder Care Home within Fort Simpson. The facility is connected to the Fort Simpson Health Centre. The incumbent reports directly to the Nurse in Charge (NIC). The incumbent is one of 6 Personal Support Workers(PSW); 5 Relief Personal Support Worker (RPSW), and 6 Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN's) who provide 24 hour culturally sensitive care to residents of the 18 bed LTC facility.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
¿ Knowledge of and an ability to apply standard first aid and CPR in order to preserve life and promote healing,
¿ Knowledge of and an ability to provide basic home nursing and support,
¿ Knowledge of drugs and drug interaction,
¿ Knowledge of healthy aging process,
¿ Knowledge of traditional healing methods as well as community and cultural norms,
¿ An ability to apply bandages dressings and/or splints.
¿ An ability to use nursing equipment (including but not limited to Hoyer Lift, Commode, Tub, etc.).
¿ Ability to operate basic medical equipment; required to assess patient vital statistics and condition (i.e. thermometer, stethoscope, blood pressure apparatus, Blood Glucose Monitor, scissors, simple suction equipment, stretchers, etc.)
¿ An ability to speak, read and write English (this includes and ability to follow verbal and written instruction from nursing, medical and dental personnel and interpret health information accurately-following the Medical Interpreter¿s Guide),
¿ The incumbent must be aware of the importance of confidentiality and be able to keep personal and medical information private and confidential at all times.
¿ Ability to commit to actively upholding and consistently practicing personal diversity, inclusion and cultural awareness, as well as safety and sensitivity approaches in the workplace.
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
The successful completion of a Personal Support Worker or Continuing Care Assistant certification program or equivalent education and experience.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Dehcho HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
9602 100 STREET
BOX 240
FORT SIMPSON, NT X0E 0N0
Tel (867) 695-7233
Fax (867) 695-3254
jobsdehcho@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.