Paschal Ogbu
Toronto,Ontario
Summary
Dedicated Personal Support Worker student specializing in patient care and advocacy. Demonstrated expertise in accurate health record documentation and fostering independent living skills. Committed to enhancing client well-being and ensuring safety.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Support Worker Student
Baycrest Hospital
Toronto, Ontario
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Communicated effectively with patients to understand their needs and preferences.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Monitored patients' comfort levels and reported changes to the nursing team.
- Helped implement safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for residents.
- Maintained a clean work environment within the facility following infection control protocols.
- Assisted with mobility issues, such as walking and transfers from bed to wheelchair.
- Supported nursing staff by maintaining a clean and organized environment.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient care strategies and updates.
- Engaged residents in social activities to promote mental well-being and connection.
- Developed positive relationships with clients through active listening skills.
- Demonstrated knowledge of proper body mechanics when assisting patients with activities of daily living.
- Provided companionship by engaging in conversation and recreational activities with patients.
- Ensured client rights were respected at all times while providing support services.
- Administered medications according to physician's instructions.
Support Worker
KMD Care Home
Lagos, Nigeria
02.2019 - 12.2024
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, such as personal hygiene and meal preparation.
- Visited clients at residences to assist courts with custody decisions and conduct home study assessments.
- Helped clients develop independent living skills, such as budgeting, cooking and cleaning.
- Provided emotional and practical support to vulnerable adults.
- Accompanied clients to medical appointments and assisted them with their daily needs.
- Administered medication according to company guidelines whilst monitoring its effectiveness.
- Delivered one-to-one sessions focused on developing communication skills, problem solving techniques, self-confidence building.
- Assisted in the development of social skills through group activities and one-on-one interactions.
- Communicated effectively with team members and healthcare professionals.
- Monitored resident behavior and provided emotional support when needed.
- Trained new staff on care procedures and safety protocols.
- Attended regular reviews of service user's care plans to ensure the best outcomes for each individual.
Education
Personal Support Worker
George Brown College
Toronto, ONSkills
- Patient care and advocacy
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Problem solving
- Personal care assistance
- Electronic health records
- Dementia care
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records management
- Mobility assistance and support
- Infection control practices
- Independent living support
- Time management skills
- Problem solving abilities
- Team collaboration and dynamics
- Reliability and punctuality
- Cultural sensitivity training
- Daily living assistance
Certification
- Standard First Aid
- AED
- CPR
Timeline
Personal Support Worker Student
Baycrest Hospital
05.2025 - 08.2025
Support Worker
KMD Care Home
02.2019 - 12.2024
Personal Support Worker
George Brown College