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DANA TARNAWSKY

Thunder Bay

Summary

I’ve been a passionate and spirited personal support worker who loves her job working for the daily care of residents, especially the elderly and those who need care the most. I’ve also done a lot of work as a dietary aide in that setting and feel those skills are relevant to any care facility. I communicate well with staff, my residents, and my residents’ families and love doing my best to provide the best care possible. I’m applying for this Dietary Aide PT position. After reviewing your job description, it is clear that you are looking for someone that is familiar with the responsibilities and requirements and skills associated with this job, and is enthusiastic to do this work. Below is a profile of my skills, work experience, and education

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Housekeeping

Comfort Inn
06.2025 - Current
  • Dusted, mopped, vacuumed rooms as well as making beds; cleaned rooms and bathrooms, replenished items, and made sure customers have a positive experience. I am flexible and adaptable, organized and manage time well bringing integrity, respect and teamwork to the job.

Personal Support Worker

Southbridge Pinewood
09.2022 - 04.2025
  • Performed daily routine of (ADL)
  • Performed light housekeeping ex changing linens, laundry cleaning of residence
  • Maintained accurate records related to patient care, activities using electronic health record system
  • Implemented infection protocols while providing personal hygiene assistance
  • Developed individual plan of care based on assessment of client needs
  • Assisted clients with mobility issues
  • Demonstrated problem solving skills
  • Monitored client progress and documented observations in accordance with agency policies
  • Assisted with daily living activities
  • Responded to resident dining needs
  • Read and contributed to shift reports and care notes
  • Cleaned and organized clients’ living quarters

Housekeeping

Southbridge Pinewood
09.2013 - 01.2022
  • Dusted, mopped, vacuumed, buffed, and maintained a clean and safe environment
  • Proficiently managed time to accomplish all tasks assigned e.g. strong organizational skills
  • Reported any maintenance or safety issues
  • Washed dirty linens
  • Handled special requests from clients
  • Kept storage areas and carts well stocked

Front Desk Screener

Southbridge Pinewood
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Screened the intake of residents and families into the nursing home during the COVID-19 crisis

Dietary Aide

Southbridge Pinewood
02.2006 - 05.2020
  • Assisted in preparing, serving, delivering meals, and stocking of pantry
  • Maintained clean work environment
  • Adhered to safety protocols in handling of food
  • Set place settings for clients in dining area

PSW Assistant/Caregiver

Bayshore Health Care
01.2016 - 01.2020
  • Part time PSW Assistant/Caregiver

Cashier

Real Canadian Superstore
03.2004 - 01.2006
  • Operated cash register and properly processed payments
  • Maintained cleanliness of checkout area
  • Built and maintained positive customer relations

Education

Safe Food Handler Training Certificate -

In Good Hands training program
08.2025

Ontario College Certificate - Personal Support Worker Program

Confederation College
07.2022

Ontario College Certificate - Developmental Service Worker Program

Confederation College
12.2004

Skills

  • Works well with multi-disciplinary team members to meet the needs of residents
  • Provides emotional and social support to residents/families, including palliative care
  • Hard working and goes above and beyond what the job requires
  • Loves working with people and strives to look out for the wellbeing of residents
  • Ability to communicate positively with other staff, residents, and families
  • Assisted living (10 years)
  • Communication skills (10 years)
  • Home care (10 years)
  • Caregiving (10 years)
  • English (10 years)
  • Senior care (10 years)
  • Organizational skills (10 years)
  • Meal preparation (10 years)

Languages

English

Timeline

Housekeeping

Comfort Inn
06.2025 - Current

Personal Support Worker

Southbridge Pinewood
09.2022 - 04.2025

Front Desk Screener

Southbridge Pinewood
01.2020 - 01.2021

PSW Assistant/Caregiver

Bayshore Health Care
01.2016 - 01.2020

Housekeeping

Southbridge Pinewood
09.2013 - 01.2022

Dietary Aide

Southbridge Pinewood
02.2006 - 05.2020

Cashier

Real Canadian Superstore
03.2004 - 01.2006

Ontario College Certificate - Personal Support Worker Program

Confederation College

Ontario College Certificate - Developmental Service Worker Program

Confederation College

Safe Food Handler Training Certificate -

In Good Hands training program
DANA TARNAWSKY