Nya Byalat-Both
Ottawa,ON
Summary
Caring and reliable PSW with a one-year Ontario College Certificate and practical experience in long-term care. Proficient in assisting residents with activities of daily living, fostering independence, and cultivating rapport. Brings strong teamwork, documentation, and interpersonal skills. Ready to provide compassionate care and contribute to the healthcare team in a long-term care setting.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Care Attendant (PCA)
The Royal Ottawa
06.2025 - Current
- Provided person-centered care to support resident dignity, independence, and quality of life.
- Delivered care for 8–16 residents per shift, managing diverse physical and cognitive needs.
- Assisted with ADLs, personal hygiene, repositioning, fall prevention, toileting, transfers, mobility support, and use of mechanical lifts.
- Followed individualized Care Plans and Kardex instructions to ensure accurate, safe, and consistent care.
- Measured weights, emptied catheters, assisted with ostomy care, and supported completion of vital signs.
- Identified and helped prevent pressure ulcers; observed wounds for infection.
- Monitored and reported changes in residents’ condition, including skin, pain, and elimination.
- Managed challenging behaviours displayed by residents such as dementia and schizophrenia by using appropriate interventions and communication techniques.
- Utilized Point Click Care to document resident progress and ensure care continuity.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake and discomfort (i.e., aspiration risks, choking hazards, etc.).
- Provided emotional support to clients, fostering a compassionate environment.
Personal Support Worker (PSW)
Carlingview Manor
05.2025 - Current
- Followed Care Plans and Kardex to deliver appropriate care.
- Delivered care for 6-7 residents per shift, managing diverse physical and cognitive needs
- Weighed residents, emptied catheters, assisted with changing ostomy bags, and assisted with vital signs.
- Identified and helped prevent pressure ulcers; observed wounds for infection.
- Provided hygiene, elimination, positioning, transfers, and assistance with ADLs while promoting independence and dignity.
- Adhered to infection control policies and PPE use.
- Utilized Point of Care to document resident progress and ensure care continuity.
- Promoted emotional well-being through empathetic, respectful communication.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake and discomfort (i.e., aspiration risks, choking hazards, etc.).
Education
Certificate - Personal Support Worker
Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON04-2025
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science And Global Development
Queen's University
Kingston, ON04-2024
High School Diploma -
St. Paul Catholic High School
Ottawa, ON06-2019
Skills
- Therapeutic communication
- Assistance with ADLs, hygiene, mobility support
- Fall prevention
- Compassionate caregiving and rapport building skills
- Clinical documentation
Certification
CPR Level C/AED, Red Cross
GPA Certificate
WHMIS Certificate
OHSA Certificate
CPI Training, 3rd edition
N95 Mask Fit Certification
RS. Lifts & Transfers
RS. Eating Assistance
LTCO Skin & Wound Care in LTC
LTCO Managing Pain & Distress in LTC
Timeline
Personal Care Attendant (PCA)
The Royal Ottawa
06.2025 - Current
Personal Support Worker (PSW)
Carlingview Manor
05.2025 - Current
High School Diploma -
St. Paul Catholic High School
Certificate - Personal Support Worker
Algonquin College
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science And Global Development
Queen's University