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Sarah Grieves

Belleville,Canada

Summary



Dedicated and compassionate Personal Support Worker (PSW) with 4 years of experience in providing personalized care and support to individuals with diverse needs, including seniors, individuals with disabilities, and those requiring specialized care. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, medication management, and emotional support, while maintaining a patient-centered approach.

In addition to my PSW role, I possess strong administrative skills with extensive experience in managing office operations, scheduling, maintaining client records, and providing excellent customer service. Capable at multitasking and working effectively in fast-paced environments, I am committed to delivering high-quality care and ensuring smooth administrative processes in healthcare settings.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

PSW

Westgate Lodge
01.2022 - Current
  • Long Term Care experience, Palliative Care experience, Assist with Eating, Dressing, Grooming, Assist persons with activities of daily living, Assisting or providing total personal care such as toileting, bathing, and perineal care, Reporting behavioural and clinical changes to a Registered Nurse, Registered Practical Nurse, Resource Nurse, or Manager, Assisting with ambulation, positioning, and transferring using mechanical lifts such as a Hoyer lift, Monitored and documented patient responses to care, enhancing personalized support.

PSW

Hastings Manor
03.2021 - 01.2022
  • Long Term Care experience, Assist with Eating, Dressing, Grooming, Assist persons with activities of daily living, Assisting or providing total personal care such as toileting, bathing, and perineal care, Reporting behavioural and clinical changes to a Registered Nurse, Registered Practical Nurse, Resource Nurse, or Manager, Assisting with ambulation, positioning, and transferring using mechanical lifts such as a Hoyer lift, Maintains detailed records of patient care, ensuring accurate communication, Enhanced patient mobility through consistent, compassionate support, Provides emotional and physical support to residents, fostering a positive environment, Implements new caregiving techniques to enhance comfort and safety, Eagerly engages with team to improve patient care practices.

Care Attendant

Seasons Retirement
09.2020 - 03.2021
  • Providing residents with medications, Assisting with ADL'S, Assisting with care to residents, Administered daily medications, ensuring accurate dosing and timing for 50+ residents, Enhanced resident care by supporting daily living activities, boosting comfort and safety, Provided empathetic assistance to residents, fostering a nurturing environment, Implemented efficient care techniques, reducing response time for resident needs, Eagerly engaged with residents, contributing to a positive and vibrant community atmosphere.

Health Care Aide

St. Elizabeth Health Care
01.2018 - 12.2019
  • Encouraged each client during rehabilitation to ensure they reach the highest possible quality of life, Maintained a safe, secure, and healthy patient environment by following company standards and Procedures, Provided compassionate care, enhancing patient comfort and satisfaction.

Enhanced Support Worker

Lamp Lighter Preschool
01.2019 - 05.2019
  • Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary client care and assisted with daily function, Prepared and provided daily planning, activities to residents, Assessed client needs accurately, ensuring tailored daily activities and care, Supported preschoolers' development through carefully planned activities, Introduced creative daily planning techniques to enhance learning outcomes, Evaluated and optimized activity plans to meet diverse preschool needs.

Transition Job Coach

Community Living Campbellford Brighton
06.2018 - 08.2018
  • Demonstrated leadership in coaching for teens with disabilities, Elevated job success rates through focused coaching, Monitored participant progress, delivering tailored support, Motivated youth to fulfill their summer employment aspirations, Energized and motivated young individuals to surpass their employment expectations.

Education

Personal Support Worker -

Canadore College
04.2021

Skills

  • Palliative Care
  • Patient Care
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Communication
  • Time Management
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Problem Solving
  • Flexibility
  • MS Office
  • Customer Service
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Attention to Detail

Timeline

PSW

Westgate Lodge
01.2022 - Current

PSW

Hastings Manor
03.2021 - 01.2022

Care Attendant

Seasons Retirement
09.2020 - 03.2021

Enhanced Support Worker

Lamp Lighter Preschool
01.2019 - 05.2019

Transition Job Coach

Community Living Campbellford Brighton
06.2018 - 08.2018

Health Care Aide

St. Elizabeth Health Care
01.2018 - 12.2019

Personal Support Worker -

Canadore College
Sarah Grieves