Diorela Audrey Saha Fomene
Toronto
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Personal Support Worker (PSW), Licensed Practical Nurse (Québec), and Companion Caregiver with over 3 years of hands-on experience in long-term care, hospital settings, and home care. Licensed Practical Nurse (OIIAQ – Québec) and certified in CPR and First Aid. Currently pursuing registration as a Practical Nurse (RPN equivalent) with the College of Nurses of Ontario. Recognized for strong clinical skills, adaptability, and a person-centered approach that prioritizes dignity, comfort, and safety for all clients.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Support Worker (PSW)
CAH – Centre d’Accueil Héritage
Toronto
08.2025 - Current
- Support French-speaking seniors with daily activities (meals, hygiene, mobility).
- Provide companionship and emotional support to reduce social isolation.
- Assist with medication reminders and monitor health changes.
- Collaborate with healthcare team to maintain residents’ well-being.
Personal Support Worker (PSW)
CIUSSS Centre-Sud-de-l’Île-de-Montréal
Québec
01.2023 - Current
- Delivered compassionate care to residents in long-term care.
- Assisted with hygiene, feeding, and safe mobility.
- Monitored and reported vital signs and health changes.
- Supported families during end-of-life situations.
Personal Support Worker (PSW)
Carrefour Providence
Montreal
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Provided personalized support: bathing, feeding, comfort care.
- Encouraged autonomy and adapted care to residents’ needs.
- Assisted with recreational and social activities.
Education
Practical Nursing Diploma - Nursing Practice
Cdi College
Montreal, Quebec 10.2021 - 08.2023
Skills
- Assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
- Elderly care, dementia and Alzheimer’s support
- Palliative and end-of-life care
- Medication assistance and monitoring (as per protocols)
- Safe transfers and mobility support
- Clinical observation and reporting changes in condition
- Infection prevention and control (IPAC)
- Building trust with residents, families, and interdisciplinary teams
Certification
- CPR & First Aid (Canada)
- U-First! (Dementia Care),
- Suicide Prevention, Elder Abuse Prevention
Languages
French
First Language
English
Intermediate (B1)
B1
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Personal Support Worker (PSW)
CAH – Centre d’Accueil Héritage
08.2025 - Current
Personal Support Worker (PSW)
CIUSSS Centre-Sud-de-l’Île-de-Montréal
01.2023 - Current
Personal Support Worker (PSW)
Carrefour Providence
06.2022 - 01.2023
Practical Nursing Diploma - Nursing Practice
Cdi College
10.2021 - 08.2023