HARRIET SARKODIE
Toronto,ON
Summary
Experienced support worker prepared for role in personal assistance. Skilled in providing compassionate care, managing daily tasks, and ensuring clients' well-being. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving results. Reliable and capable of responding to changing needs, with expertise in communication, problem-solving, and empathy.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER
Home Instead Senior Care Home
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- 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.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Conducted light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and comfortable living space for patients.
REGISTERED GENERAL NURSE
Ngleshie Amanfro Health Centre (Obs and Gyne Unit)
01.2016 - 02.2024
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and cultural sensitivity during interactions.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Implemented infection control measures within the clinical setting to minimize the risk of cross-contamination and maintain a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Maintained accurate and thorough documentation of all patient encounters, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and facilitating seamless information-sharing among healthcare providers.
- Promoted patient safety by conducting thorough assessments, identifying potential risks, and implementing appropriate interventions.
COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE
Harmony Maternity Home
04.2011 - 09.2015
- Conducted home visits for at-risk patients, providing necessary medical care and support for improved wellbeing.
- Participated in community outreach events promoting public health resources and services available to local residents.
- Enhanced community health through delivering educational presentations on disease prevention, nutrition, and healthy lifestyles.
- Collaborated with other health-focused organizations and agencies to promote community health.
- Managed immunization clinics, ensuring timely administration of vaccinations and reducing the spread of communicable diseases.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Central University
Accra, Ghana11-2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Community Health Nursing Training School
Winneba, Ghana10-2009
Skills
- Mobility assistance
- Dementia care
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Emotional support
- Medication administration
- Special needs care
- ADL assistance
- First aid and safety
- Fall prevention
- Elderly care
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Adult CPR/AED certification
- First Aid certification
- Food Handler certification
- AODA Training certificate
Adult CPR/AED certification
AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
Timeline
PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER
Home Instead Senior Care Home
08.2024 - 12.2024
REGISTERED GENERAL NURSE
Ngleshie Amanfro Health Centre (Obs and Gyne Unit)
01.2016 - 02.2024
COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE
Harmony Maternity Home
04.2011 - 09.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Central University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Community Health Nursing Training School
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