Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Shannon Nijenhuis

Summary

Reliable PSW enthusiastically pursuing opportunity to add immediate value to growing team. Inspired to help others and driven to apply unfailing work ethic to meet objectives. Industrious and committed with skills for multitasking and managing time well. Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Personal Support Worker

Caressant Care Nursing Home
2017.05 - Current
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.

Home Care Provider

March Of Dimes Canada
2011.12 - 2017.01
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
  • Helped clients maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration and doctor's appointments.

Education

PSW Certification Certificate - Personal Support Worker

St Luis Continuing Ed
Kitchener, ON

Skills

  • Privacy and Confidentiality
  • Medication Organization
  • Social Support
  • Patient Care
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Client Relationship Management

Certification

HCP first aid and CPR

WHIMIS

Gentle persuasion trained


Timeline

Personal Support Worker

Caressant Care Nursing Home
2017.05 - Current

Home Care Provider

March Of Dimes Canada
2011.12 - 2017.01

PSW Certification Certificate - Personal Support Worker

St Luis Continuing Ed

HCP first aid and CPR

WHIMIS

Gentle persuasion trained


Shannon Nijenhuis