Personal Care Aide

Leticia Konadu Okyere

Oshawa, ON L*G*J* 437-***-**** ****************@*****.***

Summary

Compassionate Elder Companion with specialized skills in personal care, medication management, and recreational activity planning. Known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion, ensuring all aspects of care and companionship are provided timely and with empathy. Excel in communication, patience, and problem-solving, leveraging these soft skills to enhance the quality of life for clients. Sympathtic personal care aide with several years of experience supporting patients with activities of daily living. Professional and clear communicator when instructing and assisting patients as well as when reporting information to healthcare team and supervisors.

Skills

Personal care

Medication management

Meal preparation

Mobility assistance

Companionship provision

Communication facilitation

Client transportation

Housekeeping tasks

Emotional support

Team collaboration

Hygiene assistance

Patience and tact

First aid and CPR

Personal care assistance

Experience

PERSONAL CARE AIDE 01/2025 - Current

Abbylawn Retirement home - Oshawa

Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages. Provided assistance with personal care tasks including bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting needs of the elderly client.

Kept accurate records regarding daily activities performed while caring for an aging adult. Encouraged independence by helping elders complete daily tasks whenever possible. Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes. Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene. Assisted patients with transportation and mobility needs such as moving between wheelchairs and beds. Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs. Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary. Provided companionship to elderly clients by engaging in meaningful conversations and activities. Transported elderly individuals to recreational activities or medical appointments when necessary. Kept room spaces, linens and restrooms clean and refreshed with supplies. Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene.

PERSONAL CARE AIDE 05/2024 - 12/2024

Shepherd village - Toronto, Ontario

Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs. Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements. Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles. Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens. Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming. Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times. Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans. Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety. Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene.

NURSE PRACTITIONER 02/2019 - 10/2023

Komfo Anokye Teaching hospital - Kumasi

Advocated for patients to ensure their needs and preferences were addressed. Offered telehealth consultations to improve access to care for remote patients. Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs. Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans. Developed tailored care plans for each patient in collaboration with physicians and healthcare team. Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients. Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans as necessary. Collaborated with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care. Education and Training

Presbyterian Senior High School - Ghana High School Diploma 09/2014

Nursing Training College - Ghana Some College (No Degree) Nursing

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