Ewomozino Aijehi
Oshawa,ON
Summary
A compassionate caregiver who possesses a gentle touch and caring attitude centered on treating people with dignity and respect. Expertise in care for addressing physical and emotional needs. Collaborative team player with strong clinical and interpersonal skills. Diligent, focused on providing optimal support to clients through personalized assistance and care required to manage diverse medical conditions.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Personal Support Worker
Glen Hill Terrace
06.2023 - Current
- Assist Patients of Daily living. This includes feeding, lifts and transfers, skin care , oral hygiene, and toileting.
- Performs tasks delegated by RN or RPN, this include actions that involve insertion of a digit or instrument into a body.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Communicate and demonstrate basic information in accordance with patients pre- established Plan of Care.
- Ensure a safe environment for patients and staff by reporting and documenting unsafe conditions such as broken equipment as well as any patient behavior, physical, or cognitive changes. Safety concerns reported to RN or RPN and other regulated health provider.
- Made beds, sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
- Complete and maintain related patient records and progress notes, as per hospital policy.
- Developed trust-based relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
- Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
- Monitored patient health status regularly, reporting any changes to the appropriate medical staff.
- Supported meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions or preferences of the client.
- Facilitated mobility assistance for patients requiring help with transfers or ambulation.
- Contributed to an interdisciplinary team approach when addressing complex client situations or needs.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to schedules.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on industry trends and best practices in personal support work.
- Conducted light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and comfortable living space for patients.
- Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors in dementia patients, creating a safe environment for all involved.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Trained and coordinated work of new support workers.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
Personal Support Worker
In-Home Health Care
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Engage in Companionship and Conversation and Personal Support.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Meal Preparation / Medication Reminders/ Appointment reminders.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Assistance with Personal Hygiene (bathing, grooming, dressing).
- Assistance with toileting and incontinence
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Care, Palliative Support
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Recorded patient temperature, pulse and blood pressure to monitor health and well-being.
- Light housekeeping tasks and meal preparation
- Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Errands, accompaniment and home organizational support.
- Transfers - use of a mechanical lift or Hoyer lift
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Engaged with patients and families to provide emotional support and daily living instruction.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Reported concerns to the nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Developed trust-based relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
- Facilitated mobility assistance for patients requiring help with transfers or ambulation.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
Personal Support Worker
Providence Health Care
02.2023 - 04.2023
- Developed trust-based relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
- Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships.
- Monitored patient health status regularly, reporting any changes to the appropriate medical staff.
- Facilitated mobility assistance for patients requiring help with transfers or ambulation.
- Supported meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions or preferences of the client.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Contributed to an interdisciplinary team approach when addressing complex client situations or needs.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Coordinated transportation services for clients'' medical appointments or social engagements as needed.
- Educated family members on best practices for supporting their loved one''s needs at home.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Utilized adaptive equipment appropriately when assisting clients with mobility-related tasks or exercises.
- Conducted light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and comfortable living space for patients.
- 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.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
- Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
Education
PSW Certificate - Personal Support Worker
UMS Health Care College
Toronto, Canada09.2023
Post-Degree Certificate - Human Resources Management
York University
Toronto, ON05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Banking And Finance
University of Benin
Benin City, Edo State12.2005
Skills
- Computer Literate
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Vitals Monitoring and Documentation
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Injury Prevention
- Mobility Assistance
- Meal Planning and Preparation
- Safety Compliance
- Emergency Response
- Incontinence Care
- Medication Administration
- Clear Communication
- Attentive to People
- Critical Thinking
- Team Collaboration
- Problem Identification
- Ability to Lift
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Diet and Nutrition
- Relationship Building
- Bedside Care
- Patient Care
- Meal Planning
- House keeping
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Client Relationship Management
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Palliative Care
- Dementia Care
Timeline
Personal Support Worker
Glen Hill Terrace
06.2023 - Current
Personal Support Worker
In-Home Health Care
02.2023 - 05.2023
Personal Support Worker
Providence Health Care
02.2023 - 04.2023
PSW Certificate - Personal Support Worker
UMS Health Care College
Post-Degree Certificate - Human Resources Management
York University
Bachelor of Science - Banking And Finance
University of Benin
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