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Overview
Work History
Education
Languages
Certification
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Karim Yusuph Mussa

Toronto,ON

Summary

Experienced non-medical Care Provider offering 2 years of expertise providing in-home care. Complete domestic duties, help patients with self-care and hygiene and provide companionship. Experienced working with elderly, especially with Dementia,Alzheimer,Parkinson's and Mentally challenged, with skill anticipating and proactively addressing client needs. Friendly and engaging with strong attention to detail.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Caregiver

Private Home
10.2023 - Current
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
  • Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
  • Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
  • Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop personalized care plans for each client, resulting in tailored support and improved wellbeing.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in caregiving techniques, enhancing the quality of care provided.
  • Developed engaging recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, boosting mental stimulation for patients throughout their day-to-day lives.
  • Efficiently organized schedules for multiple clients simultaneously while maintaining high-quality care standards.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between home care settings by coordinating services and communicating effectively with all parties involved.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
  • Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
  • Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
  • Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
  • Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
  • Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
  • Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
  • Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
  • Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
  • Liaised with key accounts to deliver targeted administrative household support.

Superintendent/ Engineer Department

X- Hotel Toronto
12.2023 - 05.2024
  • Reviewed design specifications critically for accuracy, identifying potential issues before escalated into costly delays or rework situations.
  • Resolved conflicts efficiently among team members, fostering a positive work environment that contributed to successful outcomes.
  • Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
  • Communicated effectively with clients throughout each stage of project for transparency regarding progress updates as well as addressing any concerns raised promptly.

Education

PSW Certificate - Medical Care

Essor College
2700 Rachael East,suit # 150,Montreal ( Quebec).H2H1S7
09.2024

Certificate Of Forklift Driving Course -

Bandri College
Kenya, East Africa
2018

Certificate Of Practical Maintenance And Hotel -

Sopa Lodges
Tanzanian
2005

Certificate Of International Business Communicatio -

The Commercial Management Institute
Bournemouth,England
09.2001

Certificate Business Administration -

Transhemispheric Management Institute
Nairobi, East Africa
07.2000

Languages

English
Full Professional
Shawalii
Full Professional
Gujarati
Full Professional
Hindi
Full Professional
Punjabi
Full Professional
Kachi
Full Professional
Kigandia
Full Professional
Kikuyu
Full Professional

Certification

Valid BCLS & First aid certification

Additional Information

Certificate and References will be provided upon request

Timeline

Superintendent/ Engineer Department

X- Hotel Toronto
12.2023 - 05.2024

Caregiver

Private Home
10.2023 - Current

PSW Certificate - Medical Care

Essor College

Certificate Of Forklift Driving Course -

Bandri College

Certificate Of Practical Maintenance And Hotel -

Sopa Lodges

Certificate Of International Business Communicatio -

The Commercial Management Institute

Certificate Business Administration -

Transhemispheric Management Institute
Karim Yusuph Mussa