Esther Balogun
St. John's,Canada
Summary
I am in my second year of nursing school and I am so passionate when it comes to caring for people. I am organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Being the first child of my parents thought me patience and taking accountability for my responsibilities. This was due to me taking care of my siblings from a very young age .
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
ANC (Association for New Canadians)
- Took six months training on how to be a food handler
- Worked at the food truck July and August (global eats) -We worked at Bannerman Brewery
- Co (July 26)
- We catered for a Cancer event at the farmers market in September
PCA
Pleasant Ville Towers
05.2024 - Current
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Managed challenging behaviors among residents using de-escalation techniques and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supported the emotional well-being of residents by establishing strong relationships built on trust and empathy.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Provided mobility assistance to residents as needed, including transferring between beds or chairs and aiding with ambulation around the facility.
- Provided end-of-life care for residents, ensuring their comfort and dignity during their final days while offering emotional support to family members throughout the process.
Home Care Worker
Angel of Hope Agency
10.2021 - 09.2024
- Run errands for patients, did shopping, and pick up necessities
- Assisted with dressing, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and vacuumed
- Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets
PCA
Tiffany Village Retirement Home
02.2023 - 08.2024
- Arranging and sorting residents laundry.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Answered residents assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Facilitated meal planning, preparation, feeding assistance as needed while adhering to specific dietary restrictions or requirements.
- Obtained resident vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Responded to residents requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning and skin assessments of at-risk residents.
- Enhanced residents mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises.
Assistant Reading and Maths Grader
Kumon
06.2021 - 10.2022
- Helped little kids in their reading timing
- Arrange their work for the next class days and assignments
- Grade their math and reading
- Assist with explanations for their corrections
- Record their time taken and scores into their record books
- Encourage kids
- Improved student performance by providing constructive feedback on assignments and tests.
Part Time Package Handler
FedEx
12.2021 - 06.2022
- Used handheld scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements
- Assembled, sealed and loaded packages into correct trucks
- Removed jams and unblocked conveyor system to maintain flow of goods
- Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products
- Safely transported hazardous items using type equipment avoiding mishaps and accidents
Education
BSCN - Nursing
Memorial University of Newfoundland
01.2027
Skills
- Creativity
- Leadership
- Organization
- Problem solving
- Teamwork
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
Additionalcontact - Munemail
eabalogun@mun.ca
Volunteer Experience
- Canadian Red Cross, Volunteer
- Operation Smile Canada, Student Representative
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
PCA
Pleasant Ville Towers
05.2024 - Current
PCA
Tiffany Village Retirement Home
02.2023 - 08.2024
Part Time Package Handler
FedEx
12.2021 - 06.2022
Home Care Worker
Angel of Hope Agency
10.2021 - 09.2024
Assistant Reading and Maths Grader
Kumon
06.2021 - 10.2022
ANC (Association for New Canadians)
BSCN - Nursing
Memorial University of Newfoundland
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