Ijeoma Bernadatte Ekezie
Personal Support Worker
Niagara Region,ON
Summary
Experienced support worker with over 6 years of experience providing exceptional person-centered care for individuals with diverse needs, assisting clients with activities of daily living, monitoring vital signs, and supporting client routines. I am skilled in following care plans, documenting observations, and communicating effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals. I provide a compassionate care environment that ensures the safety and well-being of our residents.
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
2
2
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Personal Support Worker
Bethesda Services
02.2025 - Current
- Provided exceptional care and personal hygiene assistance to children, youths, and seniors.
- Developed personalized care plans promoting individuals' physical, emotional, and social well-being.
- Assisted with activities of daily living for seniors, adults, and children.
- Provided a safe and comfortable atmosphere for seniors and children through interaction and care.
- Monitored vital signs and assisted with daily living activities for diverse patients, including people with physical disabilities.
- Accompanied the clients to doctor appointments and checkups, community meetings, and outings.
- Prepare healthy meals for clients according to dietary needs.
- Document daily activities and observations under supervision.
- Work according to the behavior support plan.
- Assist clients with laundry and shopping.
- Took clients to day programs and other friendship clubs
- Proficient in the use of mechanical lifts, for example, ceiling lifts, Hoyer lifts
- Administered medication and PRN according to the MARS and PRN protocol.
- Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Developed trust-based relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop customized care plans for individual patients.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Monitored patient health status regularly, reporting any changes to the appropriate medical staff.
- Promoted continuity of care by communicating effectively with other Personal Support Workers during shift changes or handoffs.
- Conducted light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and comfortable living space for patients.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships.
- Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors in dementia patients, creating a safe environment for all involved.
- Facilitated mobility assistance for patients requiring help with transfers or ambulation.
- Advocated for client rights while navigating various healthcare systems settings.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Utilized adaptive equipment appropriately when assisting clients with mobility-related tasks or exercises.
- Educated family members on best practices for supporting their loved one''s needs at home.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on industry trends and best practices in personal support work.
- Supported meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions or preferences of the client.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to schedules.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
- Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
Personal Support Worker Trainee
Chartwell Retirement Residence
08.2025 - 11.2025
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
Personal Support Worker Trainee
Levante Plymouth Cordage Retirement Living
08.2025 - 11.2025
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living.
- Portered Residents to and fro for meals
- Provided emotional support to residents
- Proper charting and documenting of activities during the shift.
Home Support Worker
Care Provider Inc.
03.2024 - 12.2024
- Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of treatment programs by tracking clients' behavioral changes and responses to interventions.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities like bathing, dressing, and mobility assistance.
- Communicated effectively with the client’s family and healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to clients by engaging them in conversation and recreational activities.
- Provide light housekeeping duties such as sweeping, dusting, laundry, and shopping
- Conduct exercise routines for clients.
- Prepare healthy meals according to the dietary needs of clients.
- Praised for exceptional client support services
- Reminded Clients of their routine medication and checkups
- Collaborate with families and healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Promoted mental stimulation through engaging activities tailored to each client''s interests and abilities.
- Improved independence and quality of life for clients through assistance with daily living tasks.
- Advocated for client needs and preferences in care planning discussions, ensuring their voices were heard and respected.
- Developed trusting relationships with clients, establishing rapport and open communication.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times by actively listening and empathizing with clients'' experiences.
- Enhanced client comfort by providing personal care services such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating with colleagues and maintaining open lines of communication within the caregiving team.
Home Support Worker
Donna Herrington Home support
03.2024 - 12.2024
- Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of treatment programs by tracking clients' behavioral changes and responses to interventions.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities like bathing, dressing, and mobility assistance.
- Communicated effectively with the client’s family and healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to clients by engaging them in conversation and recreational activities.
- Provide light housekeeping duties such as sweeping, dusting, laundry, and shopping
- Conduct exercise routines for clients.
- Prepare healthy meals according to the dietary needs of clients.
- Praised for exceptional client support services
- Reminded Clients of their routine medication and checkups
- Collaborate with families and healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported health concerns to healthcare professionals in a timely manner.
- Offered compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill clients while maintaining dignity, respect, and comfort throughout their final days.
- Facilitated medication administration according to prescribed schedules and doses.
- Managed household tasks such as cleaning, laundry, meal preparation, and grocery shopping to maintain a clean and organized living environment for clients.
- Supported physical wellness by assisting clients with exercise routines or therapeutic movement under the guidance of healthcare professionals.
- Ensured client safety by identifying potential hazards in the home environment and implementing appropriate interventions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of care provided, changes in condition, and communication with healthcare providers for continuity of care purposes.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
Education
GED -
Alpha Career College
Toronto, ON 05.2001 -
Skills
Privacy and confidentiality
Social support
Mobility assistance
Emotional support
Patient care
Accomplishments
- Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
Certification
Personal Support Worker Certificate (NACC)
Timeline
Personal Support Worker Trainee
Chartwell Retirement Residence
08.2025 - 11.2025
Personal Support Worker Trainee
Levante Plymouth Cordage Retirement Living
08.2025 - 11.2025
Personal Support Worker
Bethesda Services
02.2025 - Current
Home Support Worker
Care Provider Inc.
03.2024 - 12.2024
Home Support Worker
Donna Herrington Home support
03.2024 - 12.2024
GED -
Alpha Career College
05.2001 -