CHIPO CHIWOCHA
Ottawa,ON
Summary
Dedicated Direct Care Worker passionate about helping clients lead fulfilling lives by managing health-related conditions. Knowledgeable about medication administration, appointments and social activities. Well-organized and compassionate with good relationship-building skills. Compassionate Personal Care Assistant with hands-on experience providing companionship and emotional support to residents. Well-versed in accurately documenting vital statistics and health metrics. Committed to creating positive rapport with patients and providing quality patient care. Outgoing Direct Care Worker experienced with patients with disabilities and acute ailments. Well-versed in assisting patients with daily living tasks. Committed to improving patient well-being through personal care and interactive engagement.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Support Worker
SE Health
Ottawa, ON
04.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Monitored changes in client behavior and reported any concerns to nursing staff.
- Maintained a safe environment for clients by ensuring all equipment is properly stored when not in use.
- Provided personal hygiene assistance including oral care, shampooing hair, changing bed linens.
- Observed clinical conditions of patients while providing direct patient care services.
- Developed positive relationships with patients by demonstrating empathy and respect for their needs.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare providers regarding the status of each client's health.
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
- Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
Home Support Worker
SE Health
Ottawa, ON
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Provided home support services to elderly individuals, including assisting with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted individuals with mobility issues in transferring from bed to wheelchair and vice versa.
- Assessed clients' physical condition and reported changes to supervisor or case manager.
- Encouraged clients to participate in meaningful activities that promote independence and well-being.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as toileting, showering and bathing, shaving and oral hygiene.
- Observed behavior changes in clients and reported any significant information to supervisor or case manager.
- Listened attentively to clients' concerns about their health status or quality of life issues.
- Provided emotional support through active listening, empathy and compassion.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
- Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Brightview Senior Living
Maryland, USA, MD
11.2021 - 11.2022
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or strher.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
Education
Associate of Science - Diploma in Education
Chinhoyi University of Technology
Zimbabwe12-2004
Some College (No Degree) - Personal Support Worker
SE Health Career College
TorontoSome College (No Degree) - Certified Nursing Assistant
Cambridge Nursing Academy
Maryland,USASome College (No Degree) - Beauty Therapist
Chinhoyi University of Technology
ZimbabweSkills
- Household organization
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Clinical Documentation
- Client Relationship Management
Timeline
Personal Support Worker
SE Health
04.2024 - Current
Home Support Worker
SE Health
10.2023 - 03.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Brightview Senior Living
11.2021 - 11.2022
Associate of Science - Diploma in Education
Chinhoyi University of Technology
Some College (No Degree) - Personal Support Worker
SE Health Career College
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Nursing Assistant
Cambridge Nursing Academy
Some College (No Degree) - Beauty Therapist
Chinhoyi University of Technology