Tamara Simpson
Clarenville,NL
Summary
Accomplished Personal Support Worker with a proven track record at Provincial Home Care, adept in Dementia Care and providing emotional support. Enhanced patient wellness through innovative care strategies, achieving a 95% satisfaction rate. Skilled in maintaining privacy and confidentiality, fostering strong patient relationships, and improving clients' quality of life.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Support Worker
Provincial Home Care
Clarenville Newfoundland
03.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- 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.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Monitored patient health status regularly, reporting any changes to the appropriate medical staff.
- Conducted light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and comfortable living space for patients.
- Developed trust-based relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Personal Support Worker
Total Care Nursing Service
Clarenville Newfoundland
06.2008 - 06.2021
- Assisted clients with daily living needs 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Monitored patient health status regularly, reporting any changes to the appropriate medical staff.
- Conducted light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and comfortable living space for patients.
- Developed trust-based relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
- Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors in dementia patients, creating a safe environment for all involved.
- Supported meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions or preferences of the client.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to schedules.
Cashier
KFC
Clarenville Newfoundland
06.2006 - 06.2008
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wetaskiwin Composite High School
Wetaskiwin, ABAcupuncture - Acupuncture And Traditional Chinese Medicine
Canadian College of Acupuncture And TCM
Bedford, NS10.2023
Skills
- Mobility Assistance
- Dementia Care
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Emotional Support
- Patient Care
- Social support
- Privacy and confidentiality
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Personal Support Worker
Provincial Home Care
03.2024 - Current
Personal Support Worker
Total Care Nursing Service
06.2008 - 06.2021
Cashier
KFC
06.2006 - 06.2008
High School Diploma -
Wetaskiwin Composite High School
Acupuncture - Acupuncture And Traditional Chinese Medicine
Canadian College of Acupuncture And TCM