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Kara Janelle Smithers

Hamilton,Canada

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated Personal Support Worker (PSW) with 6 years of experience in providing care and assistance to clients with diverse needs. Skilled in personal care, mobility support, medication assistance, and emotional support, ensuring the highest quality of life for individuals. Adept at building strong relationships with patients and families while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Personal Support Worker

Bayshore (WSIB)
Hamilton, Ontario
05.2024 - Current
  • Monitored health conditions and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
  • Assisted with mobility and physical exercises to maintain client independence.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support, fostering a positive and respectful atmosphere.
  • Assisted clients with daily personal care, including bathing, dressing, and toileting.
  • Prepared nutritious meals and ensured dietary restrictions were followed.

Personal Support Worker

St. Michael's Hospital
01.2020 - 01.2023
  • Provided compassionate care and support to [type of clients- elderly, disabled, etc.].
  • Assisted with personal hygiene, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
  • Handled confidential documents and maintained their proper organization.
  • Coordinated with families and healthcare teams for personalized care plans.

Unregulated Care Provider (UCP)

Sunrise of Oakville
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Ensured proper documentation of daily activities and health status.
  • Supported clients with mobility exercises and assisted with transfers.
  • Assisted, and administered medications to residents in a timely manner as per the care plan (Topical Ointments, Subcutaneous injection, eye/ear drops, oral medication, and medical dermal patches).

Education

Personal Support Worker Certificate -

Anderson College
07-2023

Cosmetic Techniques and Management -

Seneca College
01.2016

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Medication administration support
  • Mobility assistance
  • Transfer techniques
  • End-of-life support
  • Dementia care
  • Alzheimer's care
  • Documentation
  • Reporting
  • Housekeeping
  • Environmental safety
  • Emotional support
  • Social support

Certification

  • Crisis Prevention Intervention, 05/24
  • Medication Administration, 05/23
  • Gentle Persuasive Approach, 05/23
  • CPR/First Aid, 05/23
  • Safe Management, 05/24
  • Safe Food Handlers, 05/24

Timeline

Personal Support Worker

Bayshore (WSIB)
05.2024 - Current

Personal Support Worker

St. Michael's Hospital
01.2020 - 01.2023

Unregulated Care Provider (UCP)

Sunrise of Oakville
01.2018 - 01.2020

Personal Support Worker Certificate -

Anderson College

Cosmetic Techniques and Management -

Seneca College
Kara Janelle Smithers