Job Title: Personal Support Worker (Nursing Care)
Employer: Exemplar Care
Location: Kelowna, BC
Salary: $28.00 per hour
Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full-Time
Work Schedule: Shift, Overtime
LMIA Approved
Job Category: Work for Foreigners in Canada with Free Visa Sponsorship—Personal Support Worker
Exemplar Care is seeking compassionate and dedicated Personal Support Workers to join our team in Kelowna, BC. As a Personal Support Worker, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and support to patients, ensuring their comfort and well-being in a fast-paced and rewarding environment. Make a difference in the lives of those in need by joining Exemplar Care. Apply today to embark on a rewarding career!
Responsibilities
- Perform patient care duties to enhance comfort and well-being.
- Supply and empty bedpans and assist with toileting needs.
- Serve meal trays and assist patients with feeding.
- Weigh, lift, turn, and position patients safely.
- Make beds and maintain a clean and organized patient environment.
- Maintain and monitor the inventory of medical and care supplies.
- Bathe, dress, and groom patients with care and respect.
- Transport patients between care facilities or within the facility using wheelchairs or stretchers.
- Prepare patients for surgery, including washing, shaving, and sterilizing operative areas.
- Administer first aid in emergency situations as required.
Requirements
- Language: English
- Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate required.
- Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year of experience.
Credentials
- First Aid Certificate
- CPR Certificate
Personal Suitability
- Client-focused mindset.
- Highly organized and dependable.
- Patient and compassionate demeanor.
- Strong reliability and dedication to care.
Benefits
- Health Benefits: Comprehensive health care plan, including dental and vision care.
- Disability Benefits: Coverage to ensure financial security in unforeseen situations.
Work Environment for Personal Support Workers in Canada
- Collaborative and patient-centered care teams.
- Opportunities to make meaningful impacts in patients’ lives.
- Structured shifts with potential for overtime.
- Exposure to diverse patient care scenarios and medical facilities.
Skills and Knowledge Needed
- Proficiency in patient handling and care techniques.
- Knowledge of hygiene, grooming, and surgical preparation.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Basic first aid and CPR skills.
- Organizational and time-management abilities.
Education and Certification Requirements for Personal Support Workers in Canada
- Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.
- Valid First Aid and CPR certifications are mandatory.
Who Can Apply?
We welcome applications from:
- Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or temporary residents of Canada.
- Candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.
How to Apply
Online: Apply on Company’s Website.