Dialysis Liaison Personal Support Worker

Dialysis Liaison Personal Support Worker

Posting Date 5 hours ago(6 / 5 / 2024 11 : 42 AM) Program Nephrology / Hemodialysis Department / Unit Haemodialysis Unit Employee Type Temporary Part-Time Employee Group Non Union Job ID 2024-20080 Job Category Dialysis

Position Profile

Humber River Health. Lighting New Ways In Healthcare.

Since opening our doors in 2015 as North America’s first fully digital hospital and we remain unwavering in our belief that we can change the hospital where we work, the community where we live, and the world of healthcare beyond our borders.

Serving a community of 850,000 residents in North West Toronto, Equity Inclusivity and active participation in the North West Toronto Ontario Health Team are key initiatives important to our Team.

At Humber River Health, we use a custom combination of technology and clinical expertise to rebuild elements of care. We make technology work for staff and physicians;

giving them more time to spend with patients, to eliminate inefficiencies, and to reduce the chance of errors. Humber River Health is formally affiliated with both the University of Toronto and Queen’s University and committed to becoming a community academic hospital.

Clinical Excellence, Optimizing Care through Technology and Community Connection frame our Research Strategy.

At Humber River Health, we’re not hoping for a renaissance, we are making it happen. As part of our dynamic team, you can lead the way, as we continue our journey towards high reliability care!

Dialysis Liaison

POSITION SUMMARY :

The Dialysis Liaison is an integral member of the Nephrology Program, who applies knowledge, skill and judgment to organize, and provide home haemodialysis treatment in the community within Humber River Health's (HRH) catchment area.

The Dialysis Liaison considers individual patient needs, time, supplies, and equipment requirements in consultation with the registered nurse.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Assist home hemodialysis patients with treatments within the home setting according to treatment plan while promoting quality of life for patients as directed by the nurse;
• Must complete and maintain related records and documentation;
• Must continuously observe patient and assist with necessary machine alarms; and must report to the primary registered nurse status changes and document;
• Assists team with necessary supplies to provide haemodialysis treatments;
• Responsible for correct use of equipment according to guidelines and protocols; and reports any piece of equipment that is out of order and remove it from use;
• Follows all infection control precautions and protocols under the direction of the Registered Nurse;
• Reports any requests or complaints made by the patient, and families to the Registered Nurse;
• Reports any other concerns or issues to the Registered Nurse as required;
• Works safely and ensure the safety of others by following established safe operating procedures, practices and policies and by reporting hazards and participating in Health & Safety training;
• Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of work;
• Attends and completes all required training, education and in-services as required;
• Participates in Quality Assurance Program, and related quality improvement activities;

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Personal Support Worker certificate or equivalent;
• Shifts are rotating 10hr and 12hrs, Days, Evenings and Weekends
• Minimum 1 year experience in related field;
• Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of health care practices and techniques;
• Valid driver license in good standing with reliable vehicle to travel within HRH’s community;
• Current BCLS & CPR Certificates;
• Member of OPSWA preferred;
• Effective written and oral communication skills and interpersonal skills to work as part of a multidisciplinary team;
• Must have the knowledge, skill, judgment and ability to work with patients in an understanding, sensitive and compassionate manner;
• Must be a self-directed individual with well-developed organizational skills;
• Possess the ability to take initiative and work with minimal supervision;
• A positive attendance and work record is essential;
• Travelling Required

Why Humber? Why Now?

Humber River Health is on an exciting transformation journey of redefining patient care, as we leverage the most advanced technologies to enhance all aspects of delivering high-quality, safe care.

We continue to build a people-centered workplace with excellent staff and physician engagement by hiring passionate, diverse and inclusive healthcare professionals.

People who care and encompass our values of Compassion, Professionalism and Respect. People who are committed to making a positive difference.

We are a Huron Consulting hospital, focused on building our evidence-based leadership practice and hardwiring a culture that WOWs.

Humber River Health is a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN), which is a dynamic network of academic health organizations providing leading edge research, teaching and clinical care.

We have collaborated with TAHSN member institutions in addressing the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. Our membership in TAHSN supports our strategic pillar of advancing Humber River Health as a community academic hospital.

Humber River Health was the recipient of the 2021 Excellence in Patient Safety Award by the Canadian College of Health Leaders.

This award recognizes teams that are committed to improving patient safety within a healthcare environment, through leadership, innovation, culture, and best practises.

Why? Because at Humber River Health, we know it is our people and our ability to innovate that allows us to consistently deliver a great patient experience and the best quality outcomes.

After all, we are the hospital that believes exceptional care...healthier community .

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by the employee within this position.

However, the actual responsibilities, duties, qualifications and experience may vary. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Information contained in this job posting / description is subject to change.

Humber River Health is committed to inclusion and diversity. We believe that diversity drives our culture of innovation.

By bringing together a variety of different perspectives, it fuels our creative thinking, generates new ideas and creates solutions designed to address tomorrow's healthcare challenges today.

We take pride in providing professional development and career advancement opportunities for our employees including minorities, women, veterans and individuals with physical and developmental disabilities.

We also provide accommodation to applicants and all of our employees - from hire to retire.

Please be advised that in order to be eligible for employment at Humber River Health, all new hires must have received a complete COVID-19 vaccination series approved by Health Canada AND have received their most recent dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days prior to their first date of employment.

Medical exemptions or any other kind of requested exemption based upon the Hospital’s obligations pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code will be considered on a case-by-case basis.