Cornwall jobs in senior homes and assisted living facilities

The Hospice RPN provides service consistent with the standards established by Carefor and CNO. The nursing process is utilized: assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.

• Provides complete, relevant assessment of the client, following pre-set procedures
• Implements the care plan  based on the nursing assessment in collaboration with the Hospice RN or physician
• Implements nursing strategies or interventions according to the established care plan
• Performs technical nursing skills at a safe level in accordance with scope of practice,  nursing principles and Carefor policies and procedures
• Describes, evaluates and documents client’s responses to the care plan utilizing the electronic record
• Utilizes appropriate interviewing and communication skills to obtain information from the client/family
• Describes and documents nursing processes clearly, concisely, accurately and appropriately, according to Carefor standards
• Evaluates client’s responses to care plan for the achievement of realistic client-centered outcomes. Revises plan as required
• Demonstrates respect for client’s choices and decisions
• Utilizes adult learning principles and established teaching materials to provide health teaching to clients, unregulated care providers and volunteers
• Reports and discusses client's status on a regular basis with other members of the health care team
• Liaises with the Hospice staff.
• Works closely with the PSW’s and volunteers, providing them with direction, teaching and support

Orders and checks new medications from the pharmacy and lists the medications on the MAR sheets

The Personal Support Worker (PSW) provides personal support and homemaking services to individuals in the home within the framework of Carefor policies, procedures, standards and quality & risk management. The PSW collaborates with members of the health care team in meeting the needs of individuals to attain an optimal level of independence and well being.

Qualifications:

• Personal Support Worker Certificate
• Current Standard First Aid Certificate, required
• Current CPR level C Certificate, required

Experience:

• Experience working with elderly or ill individuals, preferably in a community setting
• Experience in handling confidential information