Rita Obafemi
Kitchener,ON
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) with hands-on experience in long-term care, hospital settings, and community-based support, including exposure to palliative and end-of-life care. Committed to providing individualized, dignity-focused care to residents and their families during vulnerable stages of life. Known for strong empathy, clear communication, and the ability to support patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams in emotionally complex situations. Aligned with College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) standards and passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centered care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Practical Nurse
High View Residence
Kitchener, ON
06.2025 - Current
- Deliver compassionate, resident-centered care to individuals with complex and chronic conditions, including those requiring palliative support.
- Monitor changes in condition and provide timely interventions focused on comfort, dignity, and quality of life.
- Support residents and families through emotionally sensitive situations, offering reassurance and clear communication.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans aligned with end-of-life goals.
- Maintain accurate and timely electronic documentation in accordance with CNO standards and organizational policies.
Nursing Clinical Student Practical Nurse
Cambridge Memorial Hospital
Cambridge, Canada
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Promoted a positive healing environment by establishing rapport with patients and addressing their concerns.
- Improved patient outcomes through consistent monitoring, timely interventions, and accurate documentation.
- Administered medications safely and accurately, adhering to hospital policies and procedures.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult medical situations, fostering trust and open communication.
- Facilitated smooth shift transitions by communicating pertinent information about each patient's condition during hand-off reports with incoming nurses.
- Contributed to a positive work culture by demonstrating professionalism, teamwork, and respect for colleagues in all interactions.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Personal Support Worker
Unlimited Potentials (Traverse Independence)
Kitchener, Canada
04.2022 - 12.2024
- 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.
- Monitored patient health status regularly, reporting any changes to the appropriate medical staff.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Conducted light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and comfortable living space for patients.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
Practical Nursing Student
Woodingford Lodge
Woodstock, ON
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Monitored vital signs to ensure patient stability and safety.
- Facilitated patient mobility and transfer for enhanced comfort.
- Collaborated with nurses and healthcare team members to deliver comprehensive care.
- Shadowed nurses in medication administration under supervision to gain practical experience.
- Developed clinical skills and critical thinking through hands-on involvement.
- Gained understanding of registered nurses' roles and responsibilities in patient care.
Personal Support Worker
Vidal Care (Tri-city Mennonite Home)
New Hamburg, Canada
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Monitored patient health status regularly, reporting any changes to the appropriate medical staff.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Personal Support Worker
High View Residence
Kitchener, Canada
11.2019 - 09.2021
- Conducted light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and comfortable living space for patients.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
Education
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Fanshawe College
Woodstock, ON03.2025
Post-Graduate Diploma - Business System Analysis and Project Management
Canadian College of Business Studies and Technology
Scarborough, ON06.2023
Bachelor - International Relations
University of Ado-Ekiti
Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria07.2015
Skills
- Palliative & End-of-Life Care Support
- Patient & Family-Centered Care
- Compassionate Communication
- Symptom Monitoring & Comfort Measures
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Clinical Assessment & Documentation
- Infection Prevention & Control
- Electronic Health Records (EHR)
- Crisis & Behaviour Management
- First Aid & CPR Certified
Certification
- College of Nurses of Ontario Temporary Class
- PSW Certification
- Safe Management Training
- Palliative Care Training
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- First Aid Certification
- NVCI Training
- WHIMIS
Timeline
Practical Nurse
High View Residence
06.2025 - Current
Nursing Clinical Student Practical Nurse
Cambridge Memorial Hospital
01.2025 - 03.2025
Practical Nursing Student
Woodingford Lodge
09.2023 - 12.2023
Personal Support Worker
Unlimited Potentials (Traverse Independence)
04.2022 - 12.2024
Personal Support Worker
Vidal Care (Tri-city Mennonite Home)
10.2021 - 03.2022
Personal Support Worker
High View Residence
11.2019 - 09.2021
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Fanshawe College
Post-Graduate Diploma - Business System Analysis and Project Management
Canadian College of Business Studies and Technology
Bachelor - International Relations
University of Ado-Ekiti