SANDRA ULOMA UWAH
Sarnia,Canada
Summary
Empathetic and compassionate caregiver with a genuine passion for enhancing the lives of individuals in need. Possessing a strong background in healthcare and a genuine commitment to enhancing the quality of life for clients. Proficient in assisting with daily living activities, administering medication, and creating a supportive and comforting environment. Adept at handling various medical conditions with patience and empathy. Experience in offering patients direction and encouragement through physical and emotional assistance in hospitals and at-home settings.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Support Worker
STAFF RELIEF HEALTHCARE SERVICES
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted clients in taking their medications accurately.
- Providing support with toileting and incontinence care.
- Updated resident's files and completed required documentation
- Assisting residents with mobility which may include transferring from bed to a wheelchair or assisting with walking
- Assisted clients in bathing, feeding, mouth care, shaving, nail care, dressing, and all types of required daily needs.
- Documenting any changes in the resident’s condition and reporting to a nurse or medical staff.
- Maintained and fostered the client's independence while assisting with daily care
- Maintained tidiness of the resident's rooms by straightening closets and bedside tables, cleaning wheelchairs, catheter bags, wash basins, etc.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Always maintained client confidentiality
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and physical activities while providing personal care assistance
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Personal Support Worker
Federal Medical Center
01.2022 - 08.2023
- Assisted residents in daily living activities such as bathing, feeding, dressing, grooming
- Maintained client's independence while assisting them with daily care needs
- Engaged clients in social interaction and provided companionship
- Helped clients with toileting and incontinence care
- Ensured client's hygiene and cleanliness
- Assisted clients with movement around the home
- Monitored and documented medication schedules for clients
- Assisted in administering drugs to clients as prescribed
- Observed and reported changes in the client's physical and mental condition
- Cleaned and organized clients' rooms to always ensure tidiness
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals as required.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Business Management – Human Resources
Lambton College of Applied Arts And Technology
Sarnia, ON07.2025
Certificate - Diploma in Caregiving
Allison Institute
Blended08.2023
First Aid And CPR/AED LEVEL C -
Canadian Red Cross
Sarnia, ON10.2023
Infection Prevention And Control (IPC) -
World Health Organization
Plague: Knowledge Resources For Responders -
World Health Organisation
Canadian Remote Access for Dementia Learning Experiences+(CRADLE+) -
Conestoga College
Kitchener, ON2023
Skills
- Bathing and grooming assistance
- Emotional support
- Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills
- Capacity to function successfully either individually or in a team
- Housekeeping
- Meal preparation
- Documentation
- Behavioural observation
- Companionship
- Mobility Support
- Medication Reminders
- Assisting with Daily Living
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Personal Care Support
- Household organization
- Range of Motion Exercises
- Medication Organization
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Personal Support Worker
STAFF RELIEF HEALTHCARE SERVICES
09.2023 - 12.2023
Personal Support Worker
Federal Medical Center
01.2022 - 08.2023
Graduate Certificate - Business Management – Human Resources
Lambton College of Applied Arts And Technology
Certificate - Diploma in Caregiving
Allison Institute
First Aid And CPR/AED LEVEL C -
Canadian Red Cross
Infection Prevention And Control (IPC) -
World Health Organization
Plague: Knowledge Resources For Responders -
World Health Organisation
Canadian Remote Access for Dementia Learning Experiences+(CRADLE+) -
Conestoga College
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