PSW, Palliative Care
4 days ago
As part of a tight-knit collaborative team, you will assist palliative patients with personal care and activities of daily living. You will support patients, families and caregivers –enhancing quality of life, comfort, dignity and security in patients’ end of life journey. All direct patient care activities will be performed under the direction of a Neighbourhood Home Care Specialist who is a Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse.
- Working alongside the interdisciplinary palliative care team, the PSW provides specialized care as specified in the care plan, according to protocols, within scope of practice and in accordance with Spectrum Health Care’s policies and procedures.
- Provides companionship and comfort, creating a calm and respectful environment tailored to the client's needs, preferences, and goals of care.
- Assists person(s) with activities of daily living such as bathing, toileting, hygiene, skin care, light meal preparation, feeding and transfers.
- Performs light housekeeping duties such as washing dishes, taking out the garbage and laundry. Sweeping and vacuuming may be required, if indicated.
- Listens, observes and communicates any concerns/changes in the patient’s physical and/or emotional condition to the Neighbourhood Home Care Specialist.
- Travels within assigned region between patients’ residences or facilities.
Qualifications
- Have one of the following qualifications (required):
- Valid Personal Support Worker Certificate from a Ministry of Training, Colleges, and Universities or the Ministry of Education approved program
- RN/RPN Student with minimum successful completion of year-one of the program
- Internationally licensed Nurse, Midwife or Physician
- Experience providing services in a community health care setting
- Must have experience working with palliative care patients
- Successful completion of one of the following an asset:
- Fundamentals of Hospice Palliative Care; or
- Core Concepts of Fundamentals for PSWs; and
- Additional and on-going relevant palliative education
- Current CPR and First Aid Certificate
- Current Police check suitable for working with the vulnerable sector.
- Excellent English communication skills, written and verbal
- Ability to interact with others in a caring, tactful and courteous manner
- Ability to work independently within the scope of the role and prioritize workload. Strong time management skills are required
- Must possess the physical ability to perform the day-to-day duties described in the duties and responsibilities
#palpeel_1
Additional Information
Spectrum Health Care is thrilled to be named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. This award recognizes top companies across Canada for overall performance, sustained growth, strategy, capabilities and innovation, culture and commitment, and leadership. Click here to learn more about this esteemed honour.
We thank all applicants, however, only those individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment process.
If you require accommodation because of disability through the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at (corphr@spectrumhealthcare.com) for assistance.
Spectrum Health Care is committed to fostering, cultivating and building a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion within our organization. We strive to attract, engage and develop a workforce that reflects the diverse communities that we serve and we know a diverse workforce is key to the growth and success of our organization.
-
Psw, Palliative Care
4 days ago
Mississauga, Canada Spectrum Health Care Full time**Company Description** We are currently hiring **Personal Support Workers (PSW)** to be part of a dedicated and specialized team that will deliver a highly integrated, one team, community palliative care model for the Mississauga community. With over 40 years of experience, Spectrum Health Care is a leading provider of innovative home health care including...
-
PSW, Palliative Care
4 days ago
Mississauga, Canada Spectrum Health Care Full timeCompany Description We are currently hiring Personal Support Workers (PSW) to be part of a dedicated and specialized team that will deliver a highly integrated, one team, community palliative care model for the Mississauga community. With over 40 years of experience, Spectrum Health Care is a leading provider of innovative home health care...
-
Palliative Care Nurse
4 days ago
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Spectrum Health Care Full timePalliative Care Nurse OpportunitySpectrum Health Care is a leading provider of innovative home health care, including specialized and compassionate palliative care. We are currently hiring a dedicated and specialized team to deliver a highly integrated, one-team, community palliative care model for the Mississauga community.Job SummaryThis is a unique...
-
Palliative Care Nurse
4 days ago
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Spectrum Health Care Full timePalliative Care Nurse OpportunitySpectrum Health Care is a leading provider of innovative home health care, including specialized and compassionate palliative care. We are currently hiring a dedicated and specialized team to deliver a highly integrated, one-team, community palliative care model for the Mississauga community.Job SummaryThis is a unique...
-
Nurse, Palliative Care
5 days ago
Mississauga, Canada Spectrum Health Care Full timeCompany Description We are currently hiring nurses (Registered Nurse/Registered Practical Nurse (RN/RPN) to be part of a dedicated and specialized team that will deliver a highly integrated, one team, community palliative care model for the Mississauga community. With over 40 years of experience, Spectrum Health Care is a leading provider of...
-
Palliative Care Nurse
3 days ago
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Spectrum Health Care Full timePalliative Care Nurse OpportunitySpectrum Health Care is seeking a skilled Palliative Care Nurse to join our team. As a key member of our interdisciplinary care team, you will provide holistic, patient-centered care to patients and their families, focusing on symptom management, coordination of care, and emotional support.Key Responsibilities:Work under the...
-
Palliative Care Nurse
4 days ago
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Spectrum Health Care Full timePalliative Care Nurse OpportunitySpectrum Health Care is seeking a skilled Palliative Care Nurse to join our team. As a key member of our interdisciplinary care team, you will provide holistic, patient-centered care to patients and their families, focusing on symptom management, coordination of care, and emotional support.Key Responsibilities:Work under the...
-
Nurse, Palliative Care
4 days ago
Mississauga, Canada Spectrum Health Care Full timeJob DescriptionThis is a unique opportunity to be part of a tight-knit, collaborative team from across the health sector that will deliver the next generation of palliative care in Mississauga, providing holistic proactive, seamless care and support to patients, families and caregivers – enhancing quality of life, comfort, dignity and security in...
-
Palliative Care Nurse
2 days ago
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Spectrum Health Care Full timeAbout the RoleSpectrum Health Care is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Palliative Care Nurse to join our team. As a key member of our interdisciplinary care team, you will provide holistic, patient-centered care to individuals and their families, focusing on symptom management, coordination of care, and emotional support.Key ResponsibilitiesCollaborate...
-
Palliative Care Nurse
2 days ago
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Spectrum Health Care Full timeAbout the RoleSpectrum Health Care is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Palliative Care Nurse to join our team. As a key member of our interdisciplinary care team, you will provide holistic, patient-centered care to individuals and their families, focusing on symptom management, coordination of care, and emotional support.Key ResponsibilitiesCollaborate...
-
Palliative Care Support Worker
3 days ago
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Spectrum Health Care Full timePalliative Care Support Worker Job DescriptionSpectrum Health Care is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Palliative Care Support Worker to join our team. As a Palliative Care Support Worker, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care to patients and their families in their own homes.Key Responsibilities:Provide personalized care and support...
-
Palliative Care Support Worker
3 days ago
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Spectrum Health Care Full timePalliative Care Support Worker Job DescriptionSpectrum Health Care is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Palliative Care Support Worker to join our team. As a Palliative Care Support Worker, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care to patients and their families in their own homes.Key Responsibilities:Provide personalized care and support...
-
Palliative Care Support Worker
2 days ago
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Spectrum Health Care Full timePalliative Care Support Worker Job DescriptionSpectrum Health Care is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Palliative Care Support Worker to join our team. As a Palliative Care Support Worker, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and support to patients and their families in their own homes.Key Responsibilities:Provide personalized care...
-
Palliative Care Support Worker
2 days ago
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Spectrum Health Care Full timePalliative Care Support Worker Job DescriptionSpectrum Health Care is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Palliative Care Support Worker to join our team. As a Palliative Care Support Worker, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and support to patients and their families in their own homes.Key Responsibilities:Provide personalized care...
-
Palliative Care Support Worker
4 days ago
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Spectrum Health Care Full timePalliative Care Support Worker Job DescriptionSpectrum Health Care is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Palliative Care Support Worker to join our team. As a Palliative Care Support Worker, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care to patients and their families in their homes.Key Responsibilities:Assist patients with personal care and...
-
Palliative Care Support Worker
4 days ago
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Spectrum Health Care Full timePalliative Care Support Worker Job DescriptionSpectrum Health Care is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Palliative Care Support Worker to join our team. As a Palliative Care Support Worker, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care to patients and their families in their homes.Key Responsibilities:Assist patients with personal care and...
-
Care Coordinator
3 months ago
Mississauga, Canada Home and Community Care Support Services Full time**Job Description**: We are currently recruiting a Care Coordinator **Date Closed**: Until Filled **Start Date**:ASAP **Reports to**:Manager, Home & Community Care **Category**:Temporary Full-Time **Team**:Palliative Care Team **Primary assigned location**:Mississauga Office, 2655 North Sheridan Way **POSITION OUTLINE** The Home and Community Care...
-
Pt Psw
1 month ago
Mississauga, Canada Extendicare Full time**Job Description**: The PSW/HCA/CCA provides direct personal support and care to patients to fulfil the physical, intellectual, emotional, social and spiritual needs of patients in accordance to polices, procedure and work routines. Assists in providing direct care such as ambulation, feeding, bathing and grooming. For Union Jobs, please refer to the...
-
Nurse Practitioner
2 weeks ago
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Home and Community Care Support Services Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Nurse Practitioner to join our team in the Mississauga Halton Region. As a key member of our Palliative Care Team, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals and their families in their homes and communities.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide direct...
-
Care Coordinator
3 months ago
Mississauga, Canada HCCSS Mississauga Halton | SSDMC de Mississauga Halton Full time**Job Description**: We are currently recruiting a Care Coordinator - Palliative **POSITION OUTLINE** The Home and Community Care Support Services Mississauga Halton has an exciting opportunity for a Care Coordinator (CC) to join the Palliative Team during a time of strategic focus on palliative care within the Home and Community Care Support Services...
