Michelle Massiah
Toronto,ON
Summary
Dedicated PSW with a proven track record at Mavencare, excelling in providing compassionate care and vital signs monitoring. Leveraged strong ethics and emotional support skills to enhance patient well-being and independence, achieving high levels of satisfaction. Expert in dementia care, demonstrating exceptional verbal communication and personal hygiene assistance. I completed 200 hours for clinical placement in a facility and completed 110 hours for clinical placement in a community.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
PSW
Private Care
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Managed challenging behaviors displayed by dementia or Alzheimer''s patients using appropriate interventions and communication techniques.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
PSW
Private Care
02.2019 - 06.2021
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, promoting overall wellbeing.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
PSW
Mavencare
10.2017 - 04.2019
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
PSW
Nurse Next Door
11.2017 - 04.2018
- Exhibited strong organizational skills by efficiently managing workloads in fast-paced environments with minimal supervision.
PSW
St. Hilda’s Retirement & Assisted Living Clinical
06.2017 - 09.2017
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Skills
- Meal Preparation
- Emotional Support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassionate Care
- Dementia Care
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Professional boundaries
- Strong Ethics
- Respectful and Compassionate
- Verbal and written communication skills
Languages
English
Timeline
PSW
Private Care
02.2024 - 05.2024
PSW
Private Care
02.2019 - 06.2021
PSW
Nurse Next Door
11.2017 - 04.2018
PSW
Mavencare
10.2017 - 04.2019
PSW
St. Hilda’s Retirement & Assisted Living Clinical
06.2017 - 09.2017