Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Relevant (CCA) Coursework
Accomplishments
Timeline
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Chioma Sonia Charles

Dartmouth,NS

Summary

Compassionate Continuing Care Assistant skilled at providing emotional support and physical assistance to patients in home and long term healthcare settings. Understands the importance of maintaining a clean, safe environment while also respecting patient privacy. Demonstrates strong communication skills, adaptability to different situations, and knowledge of basic medical procedures. Made significant contributions by improving quality of life for patients through personalized care plans.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Continuing Care Assistant (Home Care Placement)

Victorian Order Of Nurses (VON)
Colchester, Nova Scotia
07.2025 - Current

· Assisted with light housekeeping duties.

. Performed delegated CCA acts according to company policy and scope of practice.

. Communicated and reported relevant information regarding client care or safety to CCA staff.

· Provided mobility assistance.

. Turned and repositioned clients using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.

. Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.

. Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.

Continuing Care Assistant (Clinical Placement)

The Admiral Long Term Center
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
05.2025 - 07.2025

· Assisted with daily activities of living and personal care.

· Assisted the staff with hygiene .

· Assisted with light housekeeping duties.

· Performed delegated CCA acts according to company policy and scope of practice.

.Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.

. Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.

. Administered medications, and educated clients and families on correct at-home administration.

. Maintained an accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough clients records and updating the healthcare team on clients status.

Personal Support Worker

Home Instead Agency
Halifax, NS
09.2023 - 03.2025
  • Organize complete bed bath and shower bath for client, also making sure there oral care was done.
  • Proper use of mechanical lift,stand to sit lift, ceiling and transfer belts.
  • Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
  • Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
  • Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances, and concerning responses.
  • Recorded the client temperature, pulse, and blood pressure to monitor health and well-being.

Education

Continuing Care Assistant (CCA)

CBBC Career College
Dartmouth, NS
01-2025

Bachelor of Science - Biochemisrty

Ambrose Alli University
Nigeria
10-2017

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Daily living care
  • Compassionate caregiving
  • Recreational activities
  • Heavy lifting
  • Feeding assistance
  • Privacy and confidentiality
  • Patient assessments
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Alzheimer’s and dementia care

Certification

WHMIS

· OHS

First Aid/ CPR Certification

Food Safety Certification

Donning & Doffing of PPE

PSW Certification

References

References available upon request.

Relevant (CCA) Coursework

ADLS/ IADLS

Safe Handling & Mobility

· Falls                                              Mental Health

· Nutrition                                         Foot Care

· Family Dynamic                             Professional Issues and Trend

· Critical Thinking     Social Needs

Accomplishments

  • Volunteered at Dartmouth General Hospital

Timeline

Continuing Care Assistant (Home Care Placement)

Victorian Order Of Nurses (VON)
07.2025 - Current

Continuing Care Assistant (Clinical Placement)

The Admiral Long Term Center
05.2025 - 07.2025

Personal Support Worker

Home Instead Agency
09.2023 - 03.2025

Continuing Care Assistant (CCA)

CBBC Career College

Bachelor of Science - Biochemisrty

Ambrose Alli University
Chioma Sonia Charles