QUADRI AKANDE ATANDA
Hamilton,ON
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Personal Care Aide with over 4 years of experience providing exceptional support to patients in their activities of daily living. Proficient in healthcare assistance, grooming, and both heavy and light housekeeping. Strong communicator adept at guiding and assisting patients while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality. Skilled in appointment management, household coordination, and providing compassionate companionship. Organized in medication administration and physically capable of meeting diverse client needs.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Support Worker
LOFT COMMUNITY HOME
Toronto, ON
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans
- Prepared and served meals tailored to dietary requirements
- Administered medications as directed and monitored responses to treatment
- Provided personal hygiene assistance and performed light housekeeping duties
- Responded promptly to emergency situations, ensuring clients' safety and well-being
- Offering emotional support to terminally ill patients and their families
- Partnered with healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive care
- Managed appointments and transportation for clients.
Personal Support Worker
Imperial Nursing And Home Care Services
Accra, Ghana
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Supported therapeutic and behavioral plans in collaboration with clinical staff
- Assisted disabled individuals with mobility while ensuring their safety
- Transported patients to medical appointments and provided necessary assistance
- Recorded vital signs and monitored overall health status
- Addressed clients' issues with empathy and encouragement
- Facilitated recreational activities to promote well-being.
Health Care Assistant
Tertiary Healthcare Service Centre
Port Harcourt, Nigeria
02.2019 - 12.2021
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing and dressing
- Safely transferred patients using proper techniques
- Administered medications according to physician's orders
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation in patient areas
- Provided emotional support throughout medical treatment
- Ensured efficient unit operations through clerical support
- Coordinated care with healthcare professionals and assisted with mobility exercises.
Education
Sheridan College
08.2023
Nursing Science
Collage of Health Technology
01.2023
09.2018
Skills
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Household Organization
- Toileting Assistance
- Compassionate Care
- Mobility Assistance
- Clinical Documentation
- Meal Planning
- Client Relationship Management
- Patient Care
- Dementia Care
- Emotional Support
- Basic Housekeeping
- Behavioral Management
- Compassionate Communication
- English Fluency
- Direct Patient Care
Certification
CPR and First Aid Certification
Health and Safety Awareness - 4 Steps
Food Handling and Safety
Timeline
Personal Support Worker
LOFT COMMUNITY HOME
10.2023 - 02.2024
Personal Support Worker
Imperial Nursing And Home Care Services
01.2022 - 12.2022
Health Care Assistant
Tertiary Healthcare Service Centre
02.2019 - 12.2021
Sheridan College
Nursing Science
Collage of Health Technology