Charles Sentamu
North York,ON
Summary
I am a practical nursing student at Durham College and currently working as a Personal Support Worker. Empathetic Care Worker with a sensitive approach to cultivating a trusting, stimulating, and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Support Worker
Campass Home Care
11.2023 - Current
- Utilized adaptive equipment appropriately when assisting clients with mobility-related tasks or exercises.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Promoted continuity of care by communicating effectively with other Personal Support Workers during shift changes or handoffs.
- Facilitated mobility assistance for patients requiring help with transfers or ambulation.
- Educated family members on best practices for supporting their loved one''s needs at home.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships.
- Conducted light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and comfortable living space for patients.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Monitored patient health status regularly, reporting any changes to the appropriate medical staff.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
- Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress reports for each client.
- Experience with MS Word, internet, data entry, and medical health information systems such as Epic.
Personal Support Worker
Perth Community Care-
03.2022 - 10.2023
- Promoted continuity of care by communicating effectively with other Personal Support Workers during shift changes or handoffs.
- Facilitated mobility assistance for patients requiring help with transfers or ambulation.
- Utilized adaptive equipment appropriately when assisting clients with mobility-related tasks or exercises.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
Education
Nursing Practice in Canada
Durham College
Oshawa, ON06.2025
No Degree - Personal Support Worker
Canadian College of Business And Technology
Toronto, ON03.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Adult Learning And Continuing Education
Makerere University
Kampala, Uganda01.2010
Skills
- Privacy and confidentiality
- ADL Assistance
- Documentation
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Mobility Assistance
- Client Relationship Management
- Social support
- Patient Care
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
Registered Practical Nurse student at Durham College second year (Currently)
Personal Support Worker Honors Diploma
First Aid & CPR certification
Timeline
Personal Support Worker
Campass Home Care
11.2023 - Current
Personal Support Worker
Perth Community Care-
03.2022 - 10.2023
Nursing Practice in Canada
Durham College
No Degree - Personal Support Worker
Canadian College of Business And Technology
Bachelor of Arts - Adult Learning And Continuing Education
Makerere University
Registered Practical Nurse student at Durham College second year (Currently)
Personal Support Worker Honors Diploma
First Aid & CPR certification
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