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Rita Boafo

Burlington

Summary

Dedicated and results-oriented Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) with a strong foundation in compassionate patient care, backed by over four years of frontline experience as a Personal Support Worker. Skilled in providing tailored support to diverse populations, including seniors, individuals with chronic illnesses, dementia, and post-surgical recovery. Adept at managing complex patient needs, executing clinical procedures precisely, and advocating for patient well-being. A collaborative team player with a deep commitment to evidence-based practices, ensuring health, dignity, and safety in every interaction

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nursing Student

Hamilton Health Sciences
10.2024 - 12.2024
  • Supported nursing staff by performing routine tasks such as taking vitals, administering medications, and documenting patient information.
  • Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
  • Conducted thorough head-to-toe assessments on assigned patients during each shift, identifying any abnormalities that required further attention from healthcare providers.
  • Effectively communicate with diverse populations of patients using active listening skills and empathy to build rapport during interactions.
  • Reviewed charts, doctor notes and test results to gather information on patients.
  • Actively sought feedback from nursing staff and incorporated constructive criticism into personal practice for continuous improvement and professional growth.
  • Applied evidence-based practices when providing nursing care to ensure that interventions were grounded in current research and best practice guidelines.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple patient assignments and competing priorities during clinical rotations in fast-paced environments.

Personal Support Worker

Paramed Home Healthcare
10.2021 - Current
  • Conducts light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and comfortable living space for patients.
  • Launders items, change sheets, and make beds to keep patients' bedrooms clean.
  • Turns and positions bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Provides safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Maintains accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care in private residences and facilities.
  • Trained and coordinated the work of new support workers.
  • Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.

Personal Support Worker

Appleby Place Retirement Residence by Revera
02.2022 - 09.2023
  • Facilitated safe transfers and mobility assistance for patients with limited physical abilities, reducing risk of injury or falls.
  • Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate and attentive assistance with daily living activities.
  • Efficiently managed time and resources for effective task completion, ensuring all aspects of patient care were attended to in a timely manner.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any changes or concerns to nursing staff for timely intervention.
  • Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton
12-2024

Personal Support Worker

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton, None
09-2021

Skills

  • Epic EMR software
  • Proficient practical nursing skills
  • Patient assessment
  • Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking
  • Clinical documentation
  • Taking vitals
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented
  • Strong verbal and written communication

Certification

  • Registered Practical Nurse
  • Personal support worker
  • CPR & First Aid (BLS)
  • Advance Gerontological Education (AGE)



Software

MS word

MS Excel

Epic Electronic Medical Record

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Interests

Reading

Art

Timeline

Nursing Student

Hamilton Health Sciences
10.2024 - 12.2024

Personal Support Worker

Appleby Place Retirement Residence by Revera
02.2022 - 09.2023

Personal Support Worker

Paramed Home Healthcare
10.2021 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology

Personal Support Worker

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology

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