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Rowena Turner

Cambridge,ON

Summary

Proven Personal Support Worker with a track record of enhancing patient wellness and independence at Saint Luke's Long Term Care Home. Expert in Dementia Care and Relationship Building, I significantly improved patient engagement and safety. Certified in CPR/AED, my compassionate approach and behavioral management skills ensure high-quality, personalized care. Diligent Caregiver focused on providing optimal support to clients through personalized assistance and care required to manage diverse medical conditions. Proficient in organizing medications, doctor appointments and personal activities. Caring, organized and friendly with excellent interpersonal skills. Dependable employee establishes rapport and trust with patients and helps complete daily living tasks to enhance quality of life. Driven to prioritize individual needs with attention to important details. Valued as accommodating, kind-hearted team player dedicated to expanding knowledge and responsibilities. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Support Worker

Saint Luke's Long Term Care Home
02.2007 - Current
  • 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.
  • Developed trust-based relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors in dementia patients, creating a safe environment for all involved.

Environmental Services Housekeeper

Sterling Heights Long Term Care Home
07.2004 - 08.2007
  • Wore necessary personal protective equipment to minimize risks from hazardous materials, biohazards, and other harmful substances.
  • Ensured timely completion of assigned tasks by effectively prioritizing workload based on urgency and importance.
  • Practiced established infection control methods to reduce risks to patients, families, and medical staff.
  • Cleaned and disinfected patient exam rooms, surgery suites, and common areas to promote sanitary treatment and services environment.

General Laborer

Cambridge Towel
06.2004 - 03.2007
  • Maintained clean and organized worksites, minimizing hazards and promoting a safe working environment.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions.
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.

Education

Certificate - Personal Support Worker

St. Louis Adult Learning Centre
Kitchener, ON
06.2007

High School Diploma -

St. Lawrence Central High School
St, Lawrence, Newfoundland
06.1994

Skills

  • Mobility Assistance
  • Dementia Care
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Emotional Support
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Respectful and Compassionate
  • Behavioral Management
  • Special Needs Care
  • Relationship Building
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Transfer Training
  • one-on-one care

Timeline

Personal Support Worker

Saint Luke's Long Term Care Home
02.2007 - Current

Environmental Services Housekeeper

Sterling Heights Long Term Care Home
07.2004 - 08.2007

General Laborer

Cambridge Towel
06.2004 - 03.2007

Certificate - Personal Support Worker

St. Louis Adult Learning Centre

High School Diploma -

St. Lawrence Central High School
Rowena Turner