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JENNIFER EDEBIRI

North York,ON

Summary

Highly skilled and dedicated healthcare professional with a proven track record of providing exceptional care in the Long-Term Care sector under the City of Toronto through Carecor Health Services. Extensive experience working at esteemed facilities such as Carefree Lodge, Cumber Lodge, Castleview Wychwood Towers, Malta Village in the Peel Region and also in Hospitals like Toronto General Hospital and various UHN sites, community services, etc.

Possessing a deep understanding of the needs of residents and patients, I have consistently demonstrated proficiency in delivering compassionate and high-quality care, ensuring their comfort and well-being. Through my hands-on experience, I have honed my expertise in various aspects of healthcare services, including patient interaction, planning, and emergency response.

With a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, and a genuine passion for helping others, I can leverage my experience to make a meaningful impact and excel in any healthcare setting. I am eager to contribute my skills and knowledge to enhance the level of care provided and positively influence the lives of those in need.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Personal Support Worker

St Elizabeth Health Community Service
03.2023 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.

Personal Support Worker

Carecor Health Services
07.2022 - Current
  • Assisting and satisfying social and emotional needs of individuals, excellent knowledge of life skills, programs and ability to teach them using various methods to suits needs of individual students especially those on Spectrum, Cerebral palsy and Down syndrome.
  • Ability to relate with all levels of staff, individuals and their families with patience, tolerance and confidentiality.
  • Helping individuals with Leisure activities, Transferring and Repositioning and Feeding.
  • Follow policies, procedures, and protocols to maintain tidy and safe workplace including occupational health and safety policies engaging in appropriate infection control practices.
  • Assisting individuals in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change..
  • Collaborating with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for individuals.
  • Assisting individuals in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
  • Documented client progress and activities in accordance with policies and procedures.
  • Guided developmentally disabled individuals through customized day programs.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop customized care plans for individual patients.
  • Monitored patient health status regularly, reporting any changes to the appropriate medical staff.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships.
  • Facilitated mobility assistance for patients requiring help with transfers or ambulation.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
  • Conducted light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and comfortable living space for patients.
  • Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
  • Developed trust-based relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors in dementia patients, creating a safe environment for all involved.

Education

Diploma - Developmental Services Worker

CLI College of Business, Health & Technology
Toronto, ON
11.2022

Post-Degree Certificate - Human Resource Management

York University
Toronto, ON
05.2021

Certificate - Personal Support Worker

CLI College of Business, Health & Technology
Toronto, ON
04.2021

Bachelor of Science - Banking And Finance

Ambrose Ali University
Nigeria
09.2006

Skills

  • Developmental Disabilities
  • Emergency First Aid
  • Dietary Needs
  • Positive Reinforcement Methods
  • Individual Support
  • Patient Toileting
  • Social Support
  • Supporting Daily Living Needs
  • Mobility Support
  • Mental Health Support
  • Physical Therapy
  • Social support
  • Emotional Support

Certification

  • Personal Support Worker Certificate, CLI College of Business & Technology
  • CPI Training
  • Safety Management
  • First Aid /CPR Certificate, Red Cross Toronto

Additional Information

  • Ability to Relate and co-operate with all level of staffs, clients and their Families
  • Excellent at MS office, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint and using of mechanical lift
  • class G driver's License and have access to a reliable vehicle.

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Personal Support Worker

St Elizabeth Health Community Service
03.2023 - Current

Personal Support Worker

Carecor Health Services
07.2022 - Current

Diploma - Developmental Services Worker

CLI College of Business, Health & Technology

Post-Degree Certificate - Human Resource Management

York University

Certificate - Personal Support Worker

CLI College of Business, Health & Technology

Bachelor of Science - Banking And Finance

Ambrose Ali University
JENNIFER EDEBIRI