Sarah MacDonald
1200 George Avenue Windsor,Ontario
Summary
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.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Support Worker
Paramed
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Contributed to an interdisciplinary team approach when addressing complex client situations or needs.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Personal Support Worker
SCHLEGEL VILLAGES
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Personal Support Worker
SHOREVIEW AT RIVERSIDE
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Facilitated mobility assistance for patients requiring help with transfers or ambulation.
- Conducted light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and comfortable living space for patients.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Personal Support Worker
THE ROYAL MARQUIS RETIREMENT RESORT
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors in dementia patients, creating a safe environment for all involved.
Education
Bachelor of Family And Social Relations - Social Sciences
University of Windsor
Windsor, ON11.2021
Personal Support Worker - Healthcare
Everest College
Windsor, ON11.2011
High School Diploma -
W.F. Herman Academy - Secondary
Windsor, ON06.2007
Skills
- Respectful and Compassionate
- Hoyer Lifting Equipment
- Meal Preparation
- COVID-19 Safety Policies
- Cultural Sensitivity
- CPR/AED
- Dementia Care
- End of life care
- Medication Administration
Certification
- Medication Administration
- Palliative Care
- First Aid
- CPR Provider Level C
- Dementia Care
- WHMIS
Highlight Of Skills
- Exceptional time management and prioritization skills
- Equally effective while working independently, within a team or while leading others
- Ability to analyze situations and solve problems
- Accountability in a constantly changing work environment
- Dedicated worker with a good work and attendance record
References
References available by request.
Timeline
Personal Support Worker
Paramed
10.2022 - 06.2023
Personal Support Worker
SCHLEGEL VILLAGES
01.2019 - 01.2020
Personal Support Worker
SHOREVIEW AT RIVERSIDE
01.2017 - 01.2019
Personal Support Worker
THE ROYAL MARQUIS RETIREMENT RESORT
01.2011 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Family And Social Relations - Social Sciences
University of Windsor
Personal Support Worker - Healthcare
Everest College
High School Diploma -
W.F. Herman Academy - Secondary
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