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Robert Rwigema

PSW
Sherbrooke,QC
Robert Rwigema

Summary

Dedicated Personal Support Worker with experience at Gracevillage, skilled in compassionate care and meal preparation. Successfully enhanced patient comfort and emotional well-being through active listening and effective communication. Proven ability to manage challenging behaviors and ensure medication adherence, fostering a safe and supportive environment for clients.

Overview

2026
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

GRACEVILLAGE

PSW

Job overview

  • Maintained a safe environment for patients by following proper infection control procedures during personal care tasks.
  • Documented patient progress accurately and thoroughly in accordance with regulatory requirements, ensuring continuity of care between shifts or when transitioning between providers.
  • Supported patients'' emotional well-being through active listening and empathetic communication while respecting privacy and confidentiality.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by assisting with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.

Gracevillage

PSw
06.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Reduced risk of falls by consistently conducting safety checks in the home environment and implementing preventive measures.
  • Managed challenging behaviors displayed by dementia or Alzheimer''s patients using appropriate interventions and communication techniques.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Ensured medication adherence for patients by administering prescribed medications on time and monitoring their effects.

Education

Kigali Institute of Management
Kigali-Rwanda

Uuniversity-bachelor's Degree from Trades/Vocational
01.2018

Skills

  • Meal preparation
  • Emotional support
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassionate care
  • Personal hygiene assistance

Languages

French
Full Professional
English
Native or Bilingual

Certification

1. PSW DIPLOMA

2. CPR CERTICATE

3. PDSP CERTICATE

4. OMEGA

5. Advanced translation for handicap

Timeline

PSw

Gracevillage
06.2023 - Current

PSW

GRACEVILLAGE

Kigali Institute of Management

Uuniversity-bachelor's Degree from Trades/Vocational

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