Isatu Kamara

Personal Support Worker

Sienna Senior Living

08.2006 - 08.2025

Trained and coordinated work of new support workers.
Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
Developed trust-based relationships with residents through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
Turned and positioned bedbound residents to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
Assisted residents with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help residents achieve nutritional objectives.
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.
Promoted continuity of care by communicating effectively with other Personal Support Workers during shift changes or handoffs.
Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on industry trends and best practices in personal support work.
Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors in dementia patients, creating a safe environment for all involved.
Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.