Omowunmi Akinyiga Digba
Toronto,Canada
Summary
Dedicated Personal Support Worker with extensive experience at Extendicare Scarborough, skilled in compassionate care and crisis intervention. Proven ability to enhance resident well-being through effective communication and teamwork. Committed to maintaining dignity and comfort while ensuring safety through safe lifting techniques and meticulous documentation of patient care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Personal Support Worker
South bridge care home
Toronto, ON
10.2024 - Current
- Enhanced mobility and independence for disabled individuals while ensuring safety monitoring.
- Facilitated safe living environments by collaborating with families and staff on client concerns.
- Supported residents in daily living activities and personal care tasks to promote well-being.
Personal Support Worker
Extendicare Scarborough
Scarborough, Canada
10.2024 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal hygiene, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to enhance patient care, and adjust to new lifestyles.
- Monitored client behavior and promptly reported concerns to nursing staff.
- Provided emotional support and reassurance during times of distress.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization to promote clients' happiness and safety.
Personal Support Worker Student
Union Villa Long-Term Care
Markham, Ontario
03.2024 - 04.2024
- Supported residents in daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Facilitated mobility assistance, including walking and transfers from bed to wheelchair.
Personal Support Worker student
Scarborough general hosptal
Toronto, ON
01.2024 - 02.2024
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake, output levels, and additional medical indicators.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental, or behavioral conditions.
- Provided compassionate care to enhance patient outlook and daily living.
Care Assistant
Best care medical and kidney clinic
, Nigeria
12.2018 - 09.2022
- Contacted medical providers to follow up on client appointments.
- Collaborated with registered nurses and physiotherapists to deliver patient care.
- Assisted with bathing, dressing, and personal care tasks.
- Transported patients to appointments using wheelchairs or stretchers.
- Executed light housekeeping tasks, including changing bed linens and vacuuming carpets.
Education
Personal Support Worker - Anatomy, Developmental Stages and Alterations in Health, College Communication, Personal Support Communication, Personal and Professional Growth, Supporting Client/Palliative
Centennial College
ON01.2024
BSc. - Public Administration
University of Lagos
Lagos,Nigeria08.2017
Skills
- Patient monitoring
- Crisis intervention
- Communication
- Teamwork and time management
- Empathy
- Meal preparation
- Safe lifting techniques
Certification
DRIVING LICENSE, G2
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Personal Support Worker
South bridge care home
10.2024 - Current
Personal Support Worker
Extendicare Scarborough
10.2024 - Current
Personal Support Worker Student
Union Villa Long-Term Care
03.2024 - 04.2024
Personal Support Worker student
Scarborough general hosptal
01.2024 - 02.2024
Care Assistant
Best care medical and kidney clinic
12.2018 - 09.2022
Personal Support Worker - Anatomy, Developmental Stages and Alterations in Health, College Communication, Personal Support Communication, Personal and Professional Growth, Supporting Client/Palliative
Centennial College
BSc. - Public Administration
University of Lagos