Personal Support Worker
Resume:
Gbonjubola Ekundare
Personal Support Worker
*** ********* **, *****, ******, L6A 4L2
**********@*****.***
Personal Support Worker with over 8 years of extensive nursing experience, dedicated to providing compassionate care and enhancing client well-being. Skilled in patient assessment, medication management, and effective communication, fostering strong relationships with clients and healthcare teams. Committed to delivering high-quality care and supporting independent living through detailed clinical documentation and collaboration.
Employment history
Personal Support
Worker, Home Instead,
Aug 2024 - Present
Newmarket/ Richmond Hill
Intern Preceptorship-
Personal Support,
Cummer Lodge Long
Term Home, Nov 2024 -
Dec 2024
Toronto
Intern- Personal
Support, Humber River
Regional Hospital, Sep
2024 - Nov 2024
Toronto, ON
Principal Nursing
Officer, Gbagada
General Hospital, Mar
2023 - Jul 2023
Lagos, Nigeria
Assist clients with daily living tasks, ensuring safety and comfort. Enhance client well-being through companionship and social activities. Maintain client safety by monitoring conditions and reporting changes. Facilitate effective communication with clients and caregivers. Deliver compassionate care, fostering emotional connections and enhancing client well- being through active engagement.
Work closely with families and healthcare professionals, ensuring comprehensive care and effective communication.
Provided personal care and support to residents under supervision Assisted with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and grooming Collaborated with the interdisciplinary team to achieve resident goals and outcomes Gained experience with electronic medical records and point-of-care systems Monitored resident progress and adjusted care plans based on observations, ensuring tailored support for individual needs.
Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager
Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent pressure injuries and maintain comfort levels
Documented vitals and responsive behaviors in client medical records Assessed and evaluated the physical and emotional needs of patients, developing individualized care plans.
Initiated and monitored dialysis treatments, including setting up and operating dialysis equipment.
Administered medications as prescribed by physicians. Continuously monitored and documented patient vital signs, medical history, and treatment plans.
Collaborated with physicians, dietitians, and social workers to develop and implement care plans.
Provided patient education on dialysis treatment, disease management, and healthy lifestyle choices.
Maintained a safe and clean environment, adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Employment history
Senior Nursing Officer,
Maternal and Childcare
Centre, Pediatric Unit,
Jan 2021 - Feb 2023
Lagos, Nigeria
Nursing Officer,
Maternal and Childcare
Centre NICU, Apr 2016 -
Dec 2020
Lagos, Nigeria
Nursing Officer, EMEL
Specialist Hospital,
Mar 2015 - Apr 2016
Lagos, Nigeria
Education
Institute Pratique de Sante Publique Université, Niger Republic, Aug 2015 Bachelor of Nursing Science
Assessed and evaluated the physical and emotional needs of pediatric patients, developing individualized care plans.
Administered medications, such as antibiotics, pain medications, and vitamins, as prescribed by physicians.
Provided basic care, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding, to pediatric patients. Continuously monitored vital signs, such as heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation.
Collaborates with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement care plans.
Assessed the physical and emotional needs of newborns, evaluating their condition, and developing individualized care plans.
Provided life-sustaining care, such as oxygen therapy, mechanical ventilation, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Administered medications, such as antibiotics, pain medications, and vitamins, as prescribed by physicians.
Continuously monitored vital signs, such as heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation.
Maintained a safe and clean environment, adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Collaborated with physicians, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement care plans.
Educated families on the care and needs of their newborns, providing emotional support and guidance
Identified and addressed complications, such as infections, bleeding, and respiratory problems.
Assessed and evaluated the physical and emotional needs of patients, developing individualized care plans.
Provided direct care to patients, including administering medications, performing treatments, and providing basic care.
Continuously monitored and documented patient vital signs, medical history, and treatment plans.
Collaborated with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement care plans.
Provided patient education on disease management, treatment options, and healthy lifestyle choices.
Maintained a safe and clean environment, adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Participated in quality improvement initiatives, identifying areas for improvement and implementing evidence-based practices.
Education
School of Nursing, Wesley Guild Teaching Hospital, Osun state, Nigeria, Nov 2005 Registered Nurse
Seneca Polytechnic, Ontario, Canada, Apr 2024
Nursing Leadership Management
Seneca Polytechnic, Ontario, Canada, Dec 2024
Personal Support Worker Certificate
Saint Margaret's Girls Grammar School, Osun state, Nigeria, Jul 2000 Senior Secondary Certificate
Courses
CPR/First Aid/AED, Jun 2024 - Jun 2026
Food Handling and Safety, Dec 2023
WHMIS, Dec 2023
Caregiving skills- Dementia Care, Feb 2024
N95 Mask Fitting, Jun 2024
LIPHA, Jul 2024
Skills
Communication Medication Management Meal Preparation CPR/ First AID Mechanical Lifts and
Transfers
Time Management and
Organization
Communication Critical Thinking
Teamwork and
Collaboration
Personal Care Electronic Medical Record Mobility Assistance Interpersonal Skills Patient Advocacy Emotional Support Household Management Empathy and Compassion Patience and Understanding Flexibility and Adaptability Dementia Care Cultural Competence
Languages
English Yoruba
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