KATHLEEN EATON
Timmins,ON
Summary
Experienced Personal Support Worker knowledgeable about safe patient ambulation, personal grooming assistance and housekeeping. Remains current on relevant medical conditions and working with qualified healthcare staff to maximize care. Devoted to patient physical comfort and emotional support.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Support Worker
Castle Peak Retirement Home
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Monitored patient health status regularly, reporting any changes to the appropriate medical staff.
- Conducted light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and comfortable living space for patients.
- Developed trust-based relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
West Nipissing General Hospital
11.2019 - 06.2020
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
- 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.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
Fairvern Nursing Home
09.2014 - 09.2018
- Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
- 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.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Promoted continuity of care by communicating effectively with other Personal Support Workers during shift changes or handoffs.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships.
Education
Certified Personal Support Worker -
Georgian College
Bracebridge, ON08.2014
Skills
- Dementia Care
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Emotional Support
- Patient Care
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Palliative Care
- Housekeeping tasks
- Compassionate Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Cultural Sensitivity
Languages
English
Certification
Personal Support Worker Certificate
Timeline
Personal Support Worker
Castle Peak Retirement Home
06.2023 - 07.2024
West Nipissing General Hospital
11.2019 - 06.2020
Fairvern Nursing Home
09.2014 - 09.2018
Personal Support Worker Certificate
Certified Personal Support Worker -
Georgian College
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