Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Support Worker
Promenade Senior Living Retirement Residence
03.2019 - Current
Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
Liaised with key accounts to deliver targeted administrative household support.
Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
Coordinated transportation services for clients'' medical appointments or social engagements as needed.
Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
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.
Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on industry trends and best practices in personal support work.
Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Advocated for client rights and autonomy while navigating the complexities of various healthcare systemssettings.
Promoted continuity of care by communicating effectively with other Personal Support Workers during shift changes or handoffs.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors in dementia patients, creating a safe environment for all involved.
Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
Education
Diploma - Health Related
Academie Horizon
Montreal, QC
02.2019
GED -
Queen of Angels Adult School
Ottawa, ON
08.2018
Certificate of English Certification -
ENGLISH AS SECOND LANGUAGE(ESL)
Ottawa, ON
04.2018
Bachelor of Science - Public Administration
Ambrose Alli University
Ekpoma, Edo State Nigeria
09.2005
Secondary School Certificate -
Elawure Grammar School
Usen, Edo State Nigeria
06.2000
Skills
Problem Identification
Behavioral Management
Travel administration
Dependable and Responsible
Remote Video Conferencing
Daily living assistance
Medication Administration
Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
Resident Care Associate
Ability to Lift
Documentation and Recordkeeping
Behavior redirection
Household Cleaning
Personal Care Aide
Heartsaver CPR AED
Family Member Training
PPE Usage
Assistive Technology
Client satisfaction
Supportive Personality
Patient Management
Communication Assistance
Client Education
Personal Care Homemaker
Multitasking and Organization
Bedside Care
Resident Care Associate (RCA)
Fast Learner
Childcare experience
Incident Reporting
Elderly Care
Respectful and Compassionate
Basic Housekeeping
Verbal and written communication skills
State regulations knowledge
Documentation
Safety Compliance
Care Plan Adherence
Emergency Response
Compassionate communication
Dementia Care
Heavy Lifting
Personal Care Worker
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Elementary
Reading, Writing, Singing & Dancing
I love to read the Holy Bible and other knowledge giving books as well as writting.I sing and dance a lot praising God for all his wonderful creations on earth.
Singing and dancing gives me so much joy as it also help me to support my patients from depression and sadness and this makes them happy and gives them a sense of joy and belonging to continue to live happily.