Ramandeep Kaur
Midland,ON
Summary
Dedicated Personal Support Worker with extensive experience at Jarlette Health Services, specializing in dementia care and emotional support. Proven ability to enhance patient well-being through compassionate care and effective meal planning. Skilled in clinical documentation and relationship building, fostering trust and collaboration with clients and healthcare teams.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Support Worker
Jarlette Health Services
Midland, ON
05.2024 - Current
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors in dementia patients, creating a safe environment for all involved.
- Supported meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions or preferences of the client.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop customized care plans for individual patients.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Trained and coordinated work of new support workers.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on industry trends and best practices in personal support work.
- Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
- Advocated for client rights while navigating various healthcare systems settings.
- Educated family members on best practices for supporting their loved one''s needs at home.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
Personal Support Worker
Revera Retirement Living
Etobicoke, ON
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop personalized care plans for residents.
- Monitored and documented changes in residents' health status accurately.
- Provided emotional support to residents, enhancing their overall well-being.
- Educated families on resident care procedures and available resources.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe environment for residents.
- Trained new staff on best practices for resident care and safety protocols.
- Coordinated recreational activities to promote social engagement among residents.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Monitored patient health status regularly, reporting any changes to the appropriate medical staff.
- Conducted light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and comfortable living space for patients.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Developed trust-based relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Promoted continuity of care by communicating effectively with other Personal Support Workers during shift changes or handoffs.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Facilitated mobility assistance for patients requiring help with transfers or ambulation.
- Utilized adaptive equipment appropriately when assisting clients with mobility-related tasks or exercises.
Nurse
Fortis Hospital
Mohali, India
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to schedules.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Education
Post Graduation - Social Service Worker Gerontology
Sheridan College, Brampton
Brampton 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rattan College of Nursing
Mohali, India10.2019
Skills
- Mobility assistance
- Dementia care
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Emotional support
- Social support
- Patient care
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Palliative care
- Meal planning
- Cultural sensitivity
- Compassionate care
- Relationship building
- Nutrition support
- Recreational activities
- Client relationship management
- Medication organization
- Transportation services
- Clinical documentation
- Assistive technology
- Community integration
- Daily living support
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
GPA
Timeline
Personal Support Worker
Jarlette Health Services
05.2024 - Current
Personal Support Worker
Revera Retirement Living
03.2023 - 12.2023
Nurse
Fortis Hospital
01.2019 - 02.2020
Post Graduation - Social Service Worker Gerontology
Sheridan College, Brampton
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rattan College of Nursing