Personal Care Support Worker

OSHADAMI OMOWUNMI

Phone: 639-***-**** Email: ****************@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Compassionate and dedicated Personal Support Worker with extensive experience providing high-quality care and support to children and young people with diverse needs, seeking to contribute to home health agency by delivering exceptional support and enhancing patient well-being.

SKILLS

• Proficient in assisting individuals with personal hygiene, mobility, medication administration, and daily activities

• Provided personal care assistance

• Demonstrated ability of empathy, patience, and emotional support in daily interaction.

• Knowledgeable in maintaining a safe and clean environment for patients, including infection control measures and proper handling of medical equipment

• Ability to efficiently complete tasks with little or no assistance

• Ability to learn fast, innovate, and solve problems under pressure.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written)

• Proficient in the use of computers, applications, the Internet, and email

• Strong listening skills to understand patients’ needs and provide emotional support

• First Aid and Safety

WORK EXPERIENCE

Personal Care Worker (Casual), Oct. 2021 to Aug. 2022 Winiseph Homes, Lagos Nigeria

• Assisted with personal hygiene tasks, including bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting while maintaining client’s dignity and privacy.

• Managed medication administration, ensuring accurate dosages and timely delivery, and monitored for any adverse reaction or change in condition.

• Prepared nutritious meals tailored to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding as needed.

• Provided emotional support and companionship, engaging in activities and conversations to enhance the client’s mental and emotional well-being.

• Coordinated with healthcare professionals, including doctors, therapists, and nurses, to implement and monitor care plans effectively. OSHADAMI OMOWUNMI

Phone: 639-***-**** Email: ****************@*****.***

• Provided comprehensive care for a youth with complex physical disabilities, ensuring all daily needs are met with sensitivity and professionalism.

• Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.

Personal Support Worker

Private Resident (Part-time), August 2024 Regina, Saskatchewan

• Monitored changes in residents’ wellbeing and recorded in the communication book

• Guided patients to restrooms to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.

• Maintained a clean and safe environment, performing light housekeeping tasks and ensuring all medical equipment was sanitized and functioning properly.

• Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.

• Assisted residents with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.

• Observing and monitoring patients for any changes in behavior, mood, or physical condition

• Offering reassurance, empathy, and emotional support to patients and residents experiencing confusion, agitation or distress.

• Communicated effectively with patients, families, and health care team members, providing updates and addressing concerns.

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma, GED Equivalent (grade 12) September 2021

• Undergraduate – University of Regina (BSc. Health Studies) CERTIFICATIONS

• First Aid/CPR Certificate

• Food Handler and Safety Certification

• Personal Care Support Worker Certificate

• TLR (In progress)

• WHMIS For Saskatchewan Worker (In progress)

REFERENCES

Available upon request

OSHADAMI OMOWUNMI

Phone: 639-***-**** Email: ****************@*****.***

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