SHAMEEM SHAMEEM
Thornhill,ON
Summary
Experienced and dedicated Personal Support Worker with four years of diverse experience across retirement residences, private home care, nursing homes, and independent living care residences. Proficient in providing compassionate care to patients with various needs, including those with physical disabilities, dementia, Alzheimer's, and serious illnesses. Skilled in delivering personalized support, administering medication, coordinating activities, and fostering meaningful connections with patients and their families. Committed to ensuring the highest quality of care and enhancing the well-being of every individual under my care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Support Worker
Bayshore Home Health
02.2024 - Current
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
- Monitored changes in the client's condition and reported any concerns immediately to supervisor or physician.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Recorded patient temperature, pulse and blood pressure to monitor health and well-being.
Personal Support Worker
Orchid Villa Nursing Home
04.2023 - Current
- Performing patient watch for confused patients with dementia or delirium in clinical care settings
- Completing computer of patient's activities, and progress notes, and keeping them up to date
- Providing personal care such as bathing, oral hygiene, and toileting; helping them with dressing, grooming, and eating; and assisting with ambulation, positioning, and transferring using lifts
- Following patient's pre-established plan of care under the supervision of a Registered Healthcare Professional.
Personal Support Worker
Home Instead
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Assisted clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
- Observed clinical conditions of patients while providing direct patient care services including Foley catheter
- Developed positive relationships with patients by demonstrating empathy and respect for their needs
- Monitored changes in client behavior and reported any concerns to nursing staff
- Administered medications according to physician's orders and monitored responses to treatment regimens
- Awarded Employee of the Month in January 2024.
Personal Support Worker
CBI, Hazelton Retirement Residence
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care
- Lifted, moved and adjusted clients to ambulate individuals for diverse needs
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
Independent Living Assistant
Access Independent Living Services
10.2021 - 04.2023
- Providing one-on-one care for personal care, meal preparation, and light housekeeping
- Assisting clients with daily tasks who have many different types of disabilities
- Transferring clients from wheelchair to bed or shower while adhering to the safety protocols
- Following strict safety protocols, and completed healthy and safety training sessions.
Home Support Worker
CBI Home Care
01.2021 - 10.2021
- Assisted with general household management including light housekeeping duties, meal planning, and preparation
- Encouraged clients in maintaining independence by supporting them to maintain a clean home
- Reported safety concerns or equipment malfunction in the home environment and acted accordingly to meet the safety and the protection needs of clients.
Education
PSW Certificate Program -
CIMT College
01-2022
First Aid and CPR -
CIMT College
01-2022
Home Child Care Diploma -
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
01-2017
Skills
- Compassionate Patient Care
- Effective Communication
- Patient Management
- First Aid & CRP Certification
- Experienced in Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Knowledge of proper PPE Usage
- Experienced in Medication Administration & Records
- Experienced in Records Maintenance
- Experienced in Mobility Assistance equipment
- Experienced in Dementia & Alzheimer's Care
Timeline
Personal Support Worker
Bayshore Home Health
02.2024 - Current
Personal Support Worker
Home Instead
10.2023 - 03.2024
Personal Support Worker
Orchid Villa Nursing Home
04.2023 - Current
Personal Support Worker
CBI, Hazelton Retirement Residence
01.2023 - 09.2023
Independent Living Assistant
Access Independent Living Services
10.2021 - 04.2023
Home Support Worker
CBI Home Care
01.2021 - 10.2021
PSW Certificate Program -
CIMT College
First Aid and CPR -
CIMT College
Home Child Care Diploma -
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
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