Jedon Forcet
Peterborough,ON
Summary
Dedicated Personal Support Worker with a proven track record at Fairview Lodge Nursing Home, excelling in mobility assistance and compassionate care. Achieved a 40% improvement in patient mobility through targeted exercises. Known for exceptional patient advocacy and emotional support, fostering trust and enhancing patient wellness. Skilled in clinical documentation and privacy management, ensuring comprehensive care and confidentiality.
Healthcare professional with solid history of delivering exceptional personal support and care. Known for collaborative approach and reliable in adapting to changing needs. Adept in patient care and communication, embodying empathy and attentiveness.
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
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Support Worker
Fairview Lodge Nursing Home
10.2010 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Supported 29 patients with meal preparation to meet daily dietary needs.
- Operated patient lift systems to safely transfer individuals with mobility challenges.
- Assisted 29 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.
- Monitored patient health status regularly, reporting any changes to the appropriate medical staff.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Developed trust-based relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
- Promoted continuity of care by communicating effectively with other Personal Support Workers during shift changes or handoffs.
- Educated patients and families on proper care techniques and health practices.
- Trained and coordinated work of 6 new support workers.
- Helped patients with mobility exercises, enhancing physical abilities.
Education
Certificate - Practical Nursing
Fleming College
Peterborough, ON12-2025
Certificate - Personal Support Worker
Durham College
Oshawa, ON09-2010
Skills
- Mobility assistance
- Dementia care
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Emotional support
- Patient care
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Palliative care
- Cultural sensitivity
- Compassionate care
- Clinical documentation
- Client advocacy
- Behavior management
- Geriatric care
- Emergency preparedness
- Fall prevention
- First aid and safety
Accomplishments
Was awarded a Star from work for exceptional work I did in supporting my coworkers when dealing with behavioral patients.
Received awards for my work as a preceptor in taking on Personal Support Worker Students.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- Dementia Care Certification (GPA) - Alzheimer's Association.
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or St John Ambulance.
- Palliative Care Certification – Center to Advance Palliative Care.
Timeline
Personal Support Worker
Fairview Lodge Nursing Home
10.2010 - Current
- Dementia Care Certification (GPA) - Alzheimer's Association.
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or St John Ambulance.
- Palliative Care Certification – Center to Advance Palliative Care.
Certificate - Practical Nursing
Fleming College
Certificate - Personal Support Worker
Durham College
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