Stephanie Cottrell Davis
Oshawa,ON
Summary
Dedicated Health Care Provider with extensive Long Term Care experience at Hillsdale Terraces as well as home based healthcare with Community Care Durham, excelling in geriatric, dementia and palliative care. Demonstrated success in enhancing patient quality of life through compassionate care and effective health monitoring. Proven ability in fostering trust-based relationships and ensuring high-quality life care, showcasing exceptional team collaboration and client advocacy skills. Strong personal belief in continued education as evidenced by my progression from successful PSW to a Registered Practical Nurse; currently waiting to enhance further education by applying to the RN Bridge with Centennial College starting 2026.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Support Worker
Region of Durham Hillsdale Terraces
04.2018 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing to maintain self esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Maintained and provided highest quality of life care through an empathetic, supportive outlook that focused on residents goals.
Personal Support Worker
Community Care Durham
01.2013 - 04.2018
- Provided home based care to vulnerable populations in the community by assisting with ADLs including personal care, scheduling appointments, medication administration and supporting nurses in wound care.
- Developed trust-based relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Independently maintained professional scheduling by providing availability, contacting clients before visits, and providing consistent attendance and dependability.
- Monitored patient health status regularly, reporting any changes to the appropriate medical staff.
Education
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Durham College
Oshawa, ON04-2024
Diploma - Personal Support Worker
Trillium College
Oshawa, ON06-2013
Skills
- Mobility assistance
- Dementia care
- Palliative care
- Healthcare documentation
- Fall prevention
- First aid and safety
- Team collaboration
- Daily living support
- Client advocacy
- Behavior management
- Geriatric care
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
My personal interests include
- Gardening
- Baking
- Knitting and Crocheting
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration; hiking, camping
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
Timeline
Personal Support Worker
Region of Durham Hillsdale Terraces
04.2018 - Current
Personal Support Worker
Community Care Durham
01.2013 - 04.2018
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Durham College
Diploma - Personal Support Worker
Trillium College
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