Dedicated Personal Support Worker with expertise in personal care, client monitoring, and health reporting. Committed to enhancing client well-being through compassionate support and effective communication.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Support Worker
Lisa Burton
St. Catharines, Ontario
06.2020 - 12.2024
Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
Communicated effectively with family members regarding client needs and updates.
Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance client well-being.
Ensured a safe and clean environment for clients within their homes.
Adapted care techniques based on individual client preferences and requirements.
Provided personal hygiene assistance including oral care, shampooing hair, changing bed linens.
Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
Developed positive relationships with patients by demonstrating empathy and respect for their needs.
Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
Performed light housekeeping duties such as laundry services for residents.
Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
Encouraged clients to participate in recreational activities such as reading, playing games, and socializing with others.
Lifted, moved and adjusted clients to ambulate individuals for diverse needs.
Engaged with patients and families to provide emotional support and daily living instruction.
Monitored changes in client behavior and reported any concerns to nursing staff.
Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
Transported clients to medical appointments or other destinations as needed.
Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.