GREAT OMUEYAKI
Kitchener,ON
Summary
With a background in healthcare, I have developed essential caregiving and support skills, showcasing adaptability and empathy. Expertise lies in providing personalized care and efficiently managing daily living tasks, always prioritizing the enhancement of well-being. Seeking to leverage transferable skills to transition into a new field, bringing a strong foundation of client-focused care and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
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Work History
PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER (Placement)
PeopleCare at Hilltop Manor
- Assisting clients with personal care needs, including toileting, personal hygiene, and nutritional requirements.
- Practice good sanitation techniques to avoid infections and the spread of contagious illnesses.
- Followed care plans and interventions to assist those with dementia and behavioral problems.
- Administered personal care procedures to patients, including but not limited to assisting with feeding, Peri-care, bathing, shaving, grooming, changing clothing, cleaning, and bed making.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and well-being.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances, care provided, bowel records and concerning responses.
- Recognized emergencies and notified nurses and supervisors on site.
- Conducted light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and comfortable living space for patients.
PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER (Placement)
Chartwell at Terrace on the Square
- Assisted with daily living activities, such as personal hygiene, grooming, dressing, and undressing.
- Promoted a safe environment by demonstrating proper body mechanics, safe transfer techniques from wheelchairs, on/off toilets, beds, and chairs.
- Followed behavioral and physical changes of patients and reported to nurses accordingly.
- Assisted resident with routine bowel and bladder programs, cleaning of bedpans and urinals.
- Documented care provided and activities of daily living, completed daily flow sheets, and bowel records.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks.
- Reacted to emergencies in a timely and appropriate manner.
- Maintained client's rights to confidentiality, privacy, and the ability to refuse treatment.
- Upheld DIIPPS principles at all times.
- Developed trust-based relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Utilized adaptive equipment appropriately when assisting clients with mobility-related tasks or exercises.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors in dementia patients, creating a safe environment for all involved.
PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER
Grace Nursing Care Center
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Developed trust-based relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding, and ambulation.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Maintained accurate patient records and updated healthcare team on patient status.
PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER
Oseni Mediplex
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene, and other activities of daily living.
- Developed strong rapport with patients for smooth, quality care.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medication.
- Maintained clean and organized environment for client safety.
- Advocated for disabled individuals to foster communication and self-expression.
- 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.
- 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.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Chemistry/Biochemistry
Auchi Polytechnic Auchi
Management in Community Services -
Conestoga College
Kitchener, OntarioPersonal Support Worker -
Conestoga College
Kitchener, ONHigh School Diploma - undefined
WEAC
Post Graduate Diploma - Science Laboratory Technology
Auchi Polytechnic Auchi
Skills
- Compassionate personal support
- Proficient in assessing individual developmental needs
- Adaptability in diverse situations
- Crisis intervention expertise
- Skilled in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Proficient in navigating diverse client backgrounds
- CPR training proficiency
- Certified personal support worker
- Hoyer lifting equipment
- End-of-life care
- Disability support
Certification
- - Personal Support Worker (Conestoga College)
- - Basic Life Support (BLS)
- - Cradle ++
- - Taking Ownership in Palliative Care
- - First Aid and CPR Certified
- - Adult Abuse and Child Abuse
- - Criminal Record Check
- - Mast Fit Test
- - TB Test
Languages
English
Timeline
High School Diploma - undefined
WEAC
PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER (Placement)
PeopleCare at Hilltop Manor
PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER (Placement)
Chartwell at Terrace on the Square
PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER
Grace Nursing Care Center
PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER
Oseni Mediplex
Post Graduate Diploma - Chemistry/Biochemistry
Auchi Polytechnic Auchi
Management in Community Services -
Conestoga College
Personal Support Worker -
Conestoga College
Post Graduate Diploma - Science Laboratory Technology
Auchi Polytechnic Auchi
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