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Deanna Hutchinson

Brantford

Summary

Compassionate Personal Support Worker with extensive experience at Home Instead, skilled in mobility assistance and emotional support. Proven ability to enhance client well-being through personalized care and effective communication. Committed to fostering independence and dignity while maintaining a safe environment, ensuring optimal quality of life for clients.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Personal Support Worker

Home Instead
2024 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Provided emotional support to clients, fostering a caring environment.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of client living spaces, ensuring safety standards were met.
  • Communicated effectively with clients and families to understand needs and preferences.
  • Documented client progress and reported changes to healthcare professionals accurately.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
  • Developed trust-based relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
  • Facilitated mobility assistance for patients requiring help with transfers or ambulation.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.

Personal Support Worker

Lifeguard Homecare
12.2018 - 12.2024
  • Followed care plans developed by healthcare teams to ensure consistent support delivery.
  • Learned and adhered to health and safety protocols in caregiving environments.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Monitored patient health status regularly, reporting any changes to the appropriate medical staff.
  • Conducted light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and comfortable living space for patients.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Promoted continuity of care by communicating effectively with other Personal Support Workers during shift changes or handoffs.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Trained and coordinated work of new support workers.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.

Home Daycare Provider

Self-employeed
04.2014 - 07.2016
  • Developed engaging educational activities to promote cognitive and social development in children.
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations to provide a secure environment for children.
  • Managed daily schedules, including meal preparation, nap times, and play activities for optimal routine.
  • Communicated regularly with parents regarding child progress and behavior to foster strong relationships.
  • Offered children numerous opportunities throughout each week to get sunshine and exercise in yard and at local parks.
  • Administered nutritious meals and snacks to promote healthy eating habits in children.
  • Organized engaging arts and crafts projects to foster creativity and fine motor skills among the children.

Private Caregiver

D Hillner
07.2005 - 03.2014
  • Provided personalized care to client, ensuring comfort and safety in daily activities.
  • Implemented daily routines tailored to individual client needs for optimal quality of life.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of care provided, ensuring compliance with regulations.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing for enhanced self esteem.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment, reducing the risk of infection or injury.
  • Assisted client with daily living activities for improved quality of life.
  • Managed patient medications, ensuring accurate dosages and timely administration.
  • Maintained detailed records of daily activities, observations, incidents, medication intake-allowing for effective communication among healthcare team members.
  • Facilitated patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and exercises as prescribed by therapists.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Education

Practical Nursing

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton

Skills

  • Mobility assistance
  • Dementia care
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Emotional support
  • Patient care
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Special needs care
  • Behavior redirection
  • Dependable and responsible

Certification

First Aid level C, CPR/AED certification

Timeline

Personal Support Worker

Lifeguard Homecare
12.2018 - 12.2024

Home Daycare Provider

Self-employeed
04.2014 - 07.2016

Private Caregiver

D Hillner
07.2005 - 03.2014

Personal Support Worker

Home Instead
2024 - Current

Practical Nursing

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology

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