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Renal Aide
Competition #
2423
Job Title
Renal Aide
Department
In-Centre Dialysis & Regional Renal Program Data & Reporting
Status
Temporary (April 2023 to June 2024)
Work Type
Part-time
Affiliation
CUPE Service
Shift Assignment
Days and evenings
Bilingualism Required
No
Police Check Requirement
Vulnerable Sector Check
Site
RLHC-Cupe Service
Salary Information
$27.57 to $28.87 per hour
Application Closing Date
Feb 15, 2023
KEY FUNCTION:
Support the clinical and technical teams by assisting with various tasks in the provision of safe and efficient hemodialysis to chronic and acute hemodialysis dependant patients.
REPORTING:
Under the general direction of the Manager, In-Centre Dialysis & Regional Renal Program Data and Reporting.
DUTIES:
- Prepare and set-up patient health record in CyberRen (Electronic Medical Record).
- Prepare set-up and prime dialysis machines pre-dialysis (approximately 12 per patient shift).
- Disconnect tubings, clean and disinfect dialysis machines post dialysis and in between patients as per unit policy.
- Troubleshoot machine alarms, remove machines and complete on-line technical service repair report as required.
- Enter all pre-dialysis required lab work in the Meditech system.
- Complete pre-dialysis weight, blood pressures, temperature and record in patient electronic record.
- Assist in moving and positioning patients and equipment.
- Assist with patient care and activities of daily living as required (e.g. patient comforts, transfers via wheelchair, stretcher or bed, toileting, pre, during and post dialysis as required).
- Under the direction of the RN, assist with applying pressure on fistula or graft needle sights as required.
- Perform post dialysis vital signs and weights as requested by the RN.
- Prepare dialysis set-ups and stock for next shift of in-coming patients.
- Provide assistance in planning corrective actions to ensure safety for patients and staff.
- Participate in education and training specific to current, relevant federal and provincial health and safety legislation, standards and guidelines.
- Participate in hospital training as required.
- Assist with improvement initiatives as required.
- Perform other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
- Minimum of a Personal Support Worker certificate from an accredited college.
- Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certificate is required.
- Completed Dialysis Assistant certificate program is preferred.
- Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.
EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum of six (6) months’ Personal Support Worker (PSW) experience in a hospital setting within the last three (3) years.
- Previous dialysis experience is preferred.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
- Demonstrated professional working knowledge of all equipment used in the delivery of patient care.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the Ontario Hospital Association/Ontario Medical Association Communicable Disease Surveillance Protocols.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively and efficiently as a team member in a fast paced environment in stressful situations.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively interact and communicate with patients, families, and healthcare workers.
- Demonstrated computer skills with intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office software (e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook) and applicable patient information systems.
- Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks.
- Demonstrated compliance with HSN’s privacy policy.
- Demonstrated commitment to the safety of co-workers and patients.
PERSONAL SUITABILITY:
- Successful criminal reference check is required for vulnerable sector.
- Proven ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Ability to use tact and discretion in dealing with health care providers and employees.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
- Demonstrated professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
- Demonstrated positive work record and good attendance record.
- Ability to meet the physical and sensory demands of the job.
- Ability to travel between local sites.
Selection Process: Candidates will be selected for this position on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications as identified in the resume and completed Application Form submitted. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview where required.
HSN THANKS ALL APPLICANTS.
ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED.
WE WILL NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME.
