RUTH CHEBOI

Scarborough, ON M*C *K* ady0q3@r.postjobfree.com

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Dedicated and compassionate Personal Care Attendant (PCA) with a strong desire to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals in need. Highly skilled in providing personalized care and assistance to clients of diverse backgrounds, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being. Possessing a deep understanding of the physical and emotional challenges faced by those requiring support, I approach each interaction with empathy, respect, and genuine concern.

Skills

Empathy and Compassion: The ability to empathize with clients and show genuine care and understanding for their physical and emotional needs is at the core of being a PSW.

Communication Skills: Strong communication skills are vital for effectively interacting with clients, their families, and other healthcare professionals. Clear and respectful communication ensures that everyone involved in the care is well-informed and can collaborate efficiently.

ADL Assistance: Proficiency in assisting with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as grooming, bathing, dressing, toileting, and feeding. Helping clients maintain their personal hygiene and grooming is an essential part of the role.

Mobility Assistance: The ability to safely assist clients with mobility, transfers, and exercises, while being mindful of their physical limitations and potential fall risks.

Observation and Reporting: Being observant and attentive to changes in the client's condition or behavior, and promptly reporting any concerns to healthcare professionals or supervisors.

Safety and Infection Control: Maintaining a safe and hygienic environment, following infection control protocols, and implementing safety measures to prevent accidents and injuries.

Record Keeping: Accurately documenting care provided, observations, and any changes in the client's condition as part of proper record-keeping.

Work Experience

Personal care attendant

BUTTERNUT MANOR RETIREMENT HOME( May 2023 to date)

Assisting residents with personal care, bathing, toileting and dressing.

Providing company

Ensuring residents needs are met as per there wish.

Giving feedback to heath and social care professionals

Gently encouraging residents to participate in activities

Observing clients behaviour, cognitive state, physical condition in order to report any changes to health professional in charge

Personal Care Aide-( Adult day Program and Transitional Care centre)

Care first Seniors & Community Services Association - Scarborough, ON

Providing meaningful companionship and stimulation for clients.

Assisting clients with all aspects of personal care.

Encouraging resident to participate in activities and programmes.

Reporting client’s behavioural changes, physical and safety hazards task changes. Assist clients in mobility and transfers.

Maintaining Resident hygiene and monitoring their well-being.

Personal Care Assistant/ Health Care Aid

TIMELY HEALTHCARE SERVICES INC - Ontario

2022 to 2023

Mobility support

Assisting Clients with housekeeping, meal planning and preparation, assist with feeding if needed.

Maintaining confidentiality of a client

Providing companionship

Assist clients with personal care needs; bathing, dressing and toileting

Observing and reporting on changes in the health or status of the client

Support Care Aid

Nairobi Women Hospice - NAIROBI

2022 to 2022

Companionship and conversation

Light housekeeping tasks and meal preparation

Medication and appointment reminders

Accompanying clients to appointments

Providing 1:1 care assistance to client individually or in a team setting with another caregivers

Support clients in completing all Activities of Daily Living such as toileting, bathing, dressing, feeding, and ambulation assistance.

Assist in palliative supports needed.

Communicating to medical team regarding all client care needs and changes and make appropriate reports.

Education

Training in Personal Care Aid/ Home Support worker/Nurse Aid/ Residential Support worker

Carefirst seniors - Ontario

February 2023 to Present

Certifications and Licenses

PERSONAL CARE AIDE

May 2023

Ontario Food Handler's Certificate

March 2023 to March 2028

Standard First Aid CPR/AED Level HCP

March 2023 to March 2026

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