GIFTY SARPONG
Etobicoke
Summary
Compassionate Personal Support Worker with a proven track record at Humber Valley Terrace Long Term Care Home, enhancing patient comfort and independence through expert mobility assistance and emotional support. Skilled in clinical documentation and effective communication, I prioritize patient care and wellbeing, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all clients.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Support Worker
Humber Valley Terrace Long Term Care Home
95 Humber College Blvd, Etobicoke, ON M9V 5B5
11.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Monitored patient health status regularly, reporting any changes to the appropriate medical staff.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Promoted continuity of care by communicating effectively with other Personal Support Workers during shift changes or handoffs.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
Line Cook
Dave & Buster's
120 Interchange Wy, Vaughan, ON L4K 5C3
11.2022 - Current
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using various kitchen equipment safely for efficient food preparation.
- Maintained consistent portion control, ensuring uniformity in presentation and reducing food waste.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
Education
Diploma - Personal Support Worker
Anderson College of Health, Business And Technolog
Toronto, ON09-2023
Skills
- Mobility assistance
- Dementia care
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Emotional support
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Patient care
- Compassionate care
- Clinical documentation
- Daily living support
- Verbal and written communication
- Interpersonal communication
- Fall prevention
- Toileting assistance
- Multitasking and organization
- ADL assistance
- PPE usage
- Hoyer lifting equipment
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Personal Support Worker
Humber Valley Terrace Long Term Care Home
11.2023 - Current
Line Cook
Dave & Buster's
11.2022 - Current
Diploma - Personal Support Worker
Anderson College of Health, Business And Technolog