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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

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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 -

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