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SHARON SUMUKWO

Certified personal support worker
Toronto,ON

Summary

Compassionate and reliable Personal Support Worker with experience providing care to residents with diverse needs. Skilled in personal care, effective communication, and empathetic interaction to enhance well-being and dignity. Knowledgeable in best practices for resident support and adaptable to meet changing care requirement

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

PSW

Nucleus Independent Living
10.2024 - Current
  • Delivered complete resident care, including personal hygiene, grooming, and palliative care, in alignment with care plans.
  • Promoted safe mobility, including transferring, positioning, and repositioning residents.
  • Observed and documented changes in residents' health, ensuring timely communication with the healthcare team.
  • Prepared meals, supported proper nutrition and hydration, and followed dietary requirements.
  • Maintained infection control protocols for a sanitary environment.
  • Utilized AlayaCare software to accurately document care activities.

PSW Student

Eatonville Care Centre
09.2024 - 10.2024
  • Assisted residents with daily tasks, including bathing, grooming, and feeding, enhancing their self-reliance and self-esteem.
  • Monitored and communicated residents' physical and emotional well-being to nursing staff.
  • Followed infection prevention protocols and documented care in PointClickCare (POC)
  • Supported residents' comfort and dignity during mobility and rehabilitation activities.

Support Worker

Safer Hands solutions
Newcastle, UK
01.2023 - 08.2023
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, including dressing, grooming, and meal preparation.
  • Supported clients' mental health and physical activities to enhance quality of life.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to implement care plans.
  • Provided compassionate companionship and emotional support to clients.

Pharmacy Technician

Eldama Ravine Sub-County Referral Hospital
, Kenya
01.2018 - 12.2022
  • Processed and dispensed medications, ensuring accuracy and adherence to prescriptions.
  • Provided clients with medication instructions, supporting overall health management.
  • Maintained records and implemented quality control measures, ensuring safe storage and handling of medications.

Education

Personal Support Worker Certificate -

Burnhamthorpe Collegiate Institute
02.2024 - 11.2024

Pharmacy Diploma - undefined

Kenya Medical Training College
01.2018

Skills

  • Organization & Prioritization
  • Time Management
  • Teamwork and Adaptability
  • Effective Verbal & Written communication
  • Critical Thinking and Problem resolution
  • Flexible schedule
  • Active listening

Certification

  • First Aid & CPR/AED Level C, 2024
  • Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA) Certificate
  • Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
  • Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)
  • Food Handler Certificate
  • Mask Fit Test
  • COVID-19 Vaccine QR Code

Timeline

PSW

Nucleus Independent Living
10.2024 - Current

PSW Student

Eatonville Care Centre
09.2024 - 10.2024

Personal Support Worker Certificate -

Burnhamthorpe Collegiate Institute
02.2024 - 11.2024

Support Worker

Safer Hands solutions
01.2023 - 08.2023

Pharmacy Technician

Eldama Ravine Sub-County Referral Hospital
01.2018 - 12.2022

Pharmacy Diploma - undefined

Kenya Medical Training College

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