Loveth Apalokwu
PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER
Waterloo,Canada
Summary
LIFE PHILOSOPHY
Being a personal support worker is not just a job , its a passion and privilege to make a difference in the life of clients every day by applying person centered care diligently, Keeping in mind that no individual should be defined by its health condition.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Personal Support Worker
Bayshore Health Care
04.2023 - Current
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships.
- Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors in dementia patients, creating safe environment for all involved.
- Developed trust-based relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
- Monitored patient health status regularly, reporting any changes to appropriate medical staff.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop customized care plans for individual patients.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
Personal Support Worker
Wellcare Home Medical Limited
02.2020 - 11.2022
- Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
Personal Support Worker
Alpha Nursing Home
04.2019 - 12.2019
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
Delta State University
Nigeria 05.2001 -
Associate of Applied Science - Personal Support Worker
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener, ON 05.2001 -
BBA - Global Business Management
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener, ON 05.2001 -
Skills
Person Centered Care
Mobility Assistance
Dementia Care
Palliative Care
Behavioral Management
Adaptability and Flexibility
Privacy and confidentiality
Certification
First Aid & CPR/ AED [Canadian Red Cross]
Timeline
First Aid & CPR/ AED [Canadian Red Cross]
03-2024
Basis Life Support(HCP), [Canadian Red Cross]
03-2024
Personal Support Worker
Bayshore Health Care
04.2023 - Current
Personal Support Worker
Wellcare Home Medical Limited
02.2020 - 11.2022
Personal Support Worker
Alpha Nursing Home
04.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
Delta State University
05.2001 -
Associate of Applied Science - Personal Support Worker
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
05.2001 -
BBA - Global Business Management
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
05.2001 -