Vanshika Sadiora
Oshawa,ON
Summary
Seasoned Personal Support Worker with a proven track record at Carefor, adept in mobility assistance and offering unparalleled emotional support. Excelled in enhancing patient well-being through innovative dementia care techniques and fostering trust-based relationships. Demonstrated exceptional ability in behavior management, contributing significantly to patient progress and satisfaction.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Support Woker
Carefor
08.2023 - 12.2024
- Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Provided respite care for families, allowing them the opportunity to recharge while ensuring their loved one received consistent quality care.
- Adapted quickly to new client situations, building rapport through active listening skills and an empathetic approach towards individual needs.
Personal Support Worker
Extendicare
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Developed trust-based relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Promoted continuity of care by communicating effectively with other Personal Support Workers during shift changes or handoffs.
Personal Caregiver
Andrews Healthcare
08.2020 - 05.2023
- Following the care plan, observing and reporting any substantial findings and/or changes in patient/resident/client’s behavior to the appropriate registered member of the healthcare team.
- Working under the supervision of a Registered Healthcare Professional such as a Registered Nurse (RN) or a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)
- Assisting with ambulation, positioning and transferring using mechanical lifts such as a Hoyer lift.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Utilized strong problem-solving skills to address unforeseen issues or complications in the caregiving process effectively.
Activity Assistant Coordinator-Volunteer Position
Community Connections
12.2019 - 02.2020
- Managed activity calendar, ensuring diverse options catered to a wide range of interests and abilities.
- Provided compassionate support for residents experiencing emotional challenges or undergoing personal transitions within their living environment.
- Conducted sensory stimulation activities for memory care patients, improving mood regulation and reducing agitation incidents.
- Coordinated special events to celebrate holidays, birthdays, or other milestones that fostered a sense of community within the residence.
- Promoted mental fitness by facilitating trivia games and puzzles that challenged cognitive abilities while encouraging socialization among peers.
Education
Post-secondary Diploma - Practical Nursing
Durham College
Oshawa, None08-2026
Diploma - Personal Support Worker
Essor College
Montreal, QC08-2022
Skills
- Mobility assistance
- Dementia care
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Emotional support
- Brain Injury care (PSW)
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Palliative care
- Behavior management
- Mental health support
- Life skills training
- Disability care
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Personal Support Woker
Carefor
08.2023 - 12.2024
Personal Support Worker
Extendicare
08.2023 - 12.2023
Personal Caregiver
Andrews Healthcare
08.2020 - 05.2023
Activity Assistant Coordinator-Volunteer Position
Community Connections
12.2019 - 02.2020
Post-secondary Diploma - Practical Nursing
Durham College
Diploma - Personal Support Worker
Essor College
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