Job Description

RESIDENT CARE & SUPPORT

Activities

• Provides care and support to residents with all Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including Bedding, Eating, Toileting, Transferring, Dressing, Grooming & overall well-being;
• Supports residents with the following duties: transferring, repositioning, lifting, ambulating, weighing and other activities as outlined in their plan of care; .
• Ensures resident rooms are conducive with a safe and support environment, including making beds and light tidying;
• Responds efficiently to call bells and relays information to appropriate health care professional;
• Effectively communicates to the RN/RPN, in a timely manner; resident information specific to assigned activities, observed changes in condition, and unusual occurrences, resident/family concerns, and resident behaviours;
• Supports residents at meal and snack times; measures and records fluid & dietary intake and output and relays data nurse;
• Operates mechanical lifts and utilizes assistive devices as directed;
• Ensures a resident centred approach to care is followed and residents are supported in their care wishes;
• Other related duties as assigned

OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE

Activities

• Ensures documentation of ADL’s and other findings, in a timely manner in accordance with HMLTC policy and regulations;
• Self-actualization by helping residents to reach their maximum potential;
• Strives to provide excellent resident centred care;
• Build professional relationships with residents, families, co-workers and the interdisciplinary team; become a trusted member of the residents circle of care;
• Adheres to all HMLTC Policies and Procedures, Infection Control protocols, LTCHA and Regulations, and Occupational Health and Safety policies
• Other duties as assigned

We believe in and support our diverse workforce, understanding fostering an inclusive work environment is a key part of successful growth. We welcome people of diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We are an equal-opportunity employer, and we are committed to working with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.