Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Languages
Timeline
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Precious Nwafor

Brantford,ON

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated Personal Support Worker (PSW) with hands-on experience delivering high-quality care to individuals in home and long-term care settings. Skilled in assisting with activities of daily living, promoting client independence, and supporting physical and emotional well-being. Known for a patient-centered approach, strong work ethic, and ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare teams. Passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of those in care.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Personal Support Worker

Centennial Place Long Term Care
Peterborough, Ontario
03.2024 - Current

  • Provide personal care to residents, including assistance with daily living activities such as hygiene, nutrition, mobility, and social engagement
  • Support restorative care programs and encourage resident participation to promote independence
  • Document care accurately and in compliance with policy and legislation
  • Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with team members, residents, and families
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and respectful environment, adhering to all health and safety protocols including IPAC
  • Demonstrate professionalism, dependability, and compassion in all interactions

Personal support worker

Peterborough retirement residence
Peter, ON
02.2024 - Current

Delivered personalized care to elderly clients in their homes.

- Supported clients with ADLs including bathing, grooming, dressing, and medication

assistance.

- Monitored and recorded vital signs and changes in health status.

- Prepared and served meals according to dietary needs.

- Maintained a clean and safe environment while supporting emotional and social needs.

- Worked collaboratively with healthcare professionals to implement and adjust care plans.

- Supported individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Personal Support Worker (Placement)

Fair Haven Home
Peterborough, Canada
10.2022 - 01.2024

  • assisting with personal hygiene (bathing, dressing, hair care, mouth care, nail care, and shaving)
  • assist with nutrition (providing fluids and nourishments as required, meal set up, assistance with feeding, and reporting of intake. Weights to be taken monthly and changes to be reported immediately.)
  • assisting with urinary and bowel elimination (toileting, disposable briefs, emptying of urinary and colostomy drainage bags, and reporting of output)
  • promoting comfort by assisting with positioning, mobility, and ambulation as per care plan (positioning and turning of residents; using mechanical lifts appropriately; and reporting of any changes)
  • promoting skin integrity (providing good skin care through washing, positioning, and turning of residents; ensuring that environment is safe of obstacles to prevent injuries; applying dressings to stage 1 skin ulcers and reporting any changes in skin integrity). Immediately correcting if possible and reporting any situations that can or will affect the health and safety of the residents
  • assisting with exercises
  • facilitating appropriate rest and socialization

Education

Associate of Science - Personal Support Worker

Missassagua Career College
Mississauga, ON
12.2023 - 12.2024

Bachelor of Science - Community Collaboration in Mental Health And Addic

Fleming College
Peterborough, Ontario
01.2022 - 12.2023

Bachelor of Science - Marketing And Entrepreneur

Trent University
Peterborough, Ontario
05.2019 - 09.2020

Skills

  • Strong understanding of patient care principles and techniques
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a team and independently
  • Proficient in monitoring vital signs and documenting patient information accurately
  • Knowledge of proper body mechanics and safe patient handling techniques
  • Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR)
  • Strong organizational and time-management

Certification

  • Personal Support Worker (PSW) Certificate
  • CPR/AED & First Aid, National CPR Foundation, 11/01/23
  • GPA Certificate, 12/08/24

References

Katie Mackay, Preceptor, Fair Haven Home, 705-875-6075, Potatol983@cogeco.ca

Languages

English, Fluent

Timeline

Personal Support Worker

Centennial Place Long Term Care
03.2024 - Current

Personal support worker

Peterborough retirement residence
02.2024 - Current

Associate of Science - Personal Support Worker

Missassagua Career College
12.2023 - 12.2024

Personal Support Worker (Placement)

Fair Haven Home
10.2022 - 01.2024

Bachelor of Science - Community Collaboration in Mental Health And Addic

Fleming College
01.2022 - 12.2023

Bachelor of Science - Marketing And Entrepreneur

Trent University
05.2019 - 09.2020
Precious Nwafor