Ashlea Miller
Strathroy,ON
Summary
Compassionate Personal Care Assistant with hands-on experience providing companionship and emotional support to residents. Well-versed in accurately documenting vital statistics and health metrics. Committed to creating positive rapport with patients and providing quality patient care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Housekeeper
St. Josephs hospital (Parkwood/ Mental Health site)
London, ON
03.2022 - Current
- Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets and rugs, dusted furniture, wiped down surfaces.
- Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, tubs, showers and sinks.
- Sanitized all areas of the hotel lobby and public restrooms.
- Emptied trash receptacles throughout the property.
- Reported any maintenance issues or damage to supervisors immediately.
- Followed safety procedures when handling hazardous materials.
- Observed proper use of chemicals when cleaning various surfaces.
- Disinfected telephones, light switches and other frequently touched objects.
- Ensured that all health standards were met during cleaning operations.
Personal Support Worker
Ultima home care
Strathroy, ON
12.2021 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Provided companionship to isolated or lonely clients by engaging in conversation and accompanying them on outings.
- Recorded vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
Personal Support Worker
Private Care
Mount Brydges, ON
2022 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving clients' safety or well-being.
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Provided bowel care to client
- Attended concerts/ activities to help client
- Assisted with medications
Personal Support Worker
St. Josephs hospital (Mount Hope site)
London, ON
03.2018 - 2020
- Assisted clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Provided companionship to isolated or lonely clients by engaging in conversation and accompanying them on outings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop care plans for individual patients.
- Monitored changes in client behavior and reported any concerns to nursing staff.
- Encouraged clients to participate in recreational activities such as reading, playing games, and socializing with others.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving clients' safety or well-being.
- Developed positive relationships with patients by demonstrating empathy and respect for their needs.
- Provided emotional support for terminally ill patients and their families.
Dietary Aide
St. Josephs hospital (Mental Health site)
London
2020 - 2022
- Assisted with preparation of snacks and other light meals.
- Delivered meals to residents and patients in their rooms when requested.
- Informed supervisor about any changes in patient's dietary needs or preferences.
- Performed general cleaning duties such as sweeping floors, washing dishes, wiping countertops.
- Prepared and served meals according to dietary guidelines.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment and surfaces.
- Ensured that all food was prepared according to established health standards.
- Monitored expiration dates on products and disposed of any spoiled or expired foods.
- Set up trays for patients upon request.
- Checked temperatures of hot food before serving it to patients and residents.
Personal Support Worker
Cheshire Home Care
Strathroy, ON
2016 - 2019
- Assisted clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Provided companionship to isolated or lonely clients by engaging in conversation and accompanying them on outings.
- Recorded vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Transported clients to medical appointments or other destinations as needed.
- Prepared meals according to dietary needs of individuals served.
- Administered medications according to physician's orders and monitored responses to treatment regimens.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving clients' safety or well-being.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as laundry services for residents.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Ensured that all necessary supplies are available for providing quality patient care.
- Provided bowel care.
Education
Certificate - Basic Anatomy And Medical Terminology
Fanshawe College of Applied Arts And Technology
London, ON01-2008
Certificate - Pharmacology For PSW's
Fanshawe College of Applied Arts And Technology
London, ON01-2007
Personal Support Worker
Medix School
London, ON01-2003
High School Diploma -
Sarnia Collegiate
Sarnia, ON01-2002
Skills
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Patient Care
- Mobility Assistance
- Toileting assistance
- Safe cleaning with chemicals
- Infection Control
Timeline
Housekeeper
St. Josephs hospital (Parkwood/ Mental Health site)
03.2022 - Current
Personal Support Worker
Ultima home care
12.2021 - Current
Personal Support Worker
St. Josephs hospital (Mount Hope site)
03.2018 - 2020
Personal Support Worker
Private Care
2022 - Current
Dietary Aide
St. Josephs hospital (Mental Health site)
2020 - 2022
Personal Support Worker
Cheshire Home Care
2016 - 2019
Certificate - Basic Anatomy And Medical Terminology
Fanshawe College of Applied Arts And Technology
Certificate - Pharmacology For PSW's
Fanshawe College of Applied Arts And Technology
Personal Support Worker
Medix School
High School Diploma -
Sarnia Collegiate
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