Medha Chopra
Personal support worker
Kitchener
Summary
Outgoing and caring individual will have good interpersonal skills and true delight in helping people. Knowledgeable in practical aspects of health care and adept at the provision of support with activities of living and companionship. Devoted to improving the quality of life people live through kind, capable care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
3
3
Languages
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Personal Support Worker
Home Instead Care
04.2024 - Current
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop customized care plans for individual patients.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors in dementia patients, creating a safe environment for all involved.
Personal Support Worker
EL Care
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Trained and coordinated work of new support workers.
- 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.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
Personal Support Worker
Nurse Next Door Home Care Services
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Developed trust-based relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop customized care plans for individual patients.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Chronic Disease Management
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
North York,ON 05.2001 -
Associate of Science - Nursing Leadership And Management
Seneca College
North York 01.2020 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Baba Fareed University of Health And Sciences
India 01.2014 - 09.2018
Skills
Privacy and confidentiality
Dementia care
Disability support
Palliative care
Mental health support
Behavior management
First aid and safety
Patient companionship
PPE usage
COVID-19 safety policies
Elderly care
ADL assistance
Certification
Adult CPR/AED certification – American Red Cross.
Timeline
Personal Support Worker
Home Instead Care
04.2024 - Current
Personal Support Worker
EL Care
01.2024 - 04.2024
Personal Support Worker
Nurse Next Door Home Care Services
01.2021 - 01.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing Leadership And Management
Seneca College
01.2020 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Baba Fareed University of Health And Sciences
01.2014 - 09.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Chronic Disease Management
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
05.2001 -