KENNEDY ASUMA Toronto, ON 647-***-**** *************@*****.***
PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER
Compassionate and empathetic personal support worker seeking to leverage gained experience in patient care to assist elderly patients lead dignified and comfortable live. Fully energized to utilize my skills in looking after the emotional and physical needs of elderly clients to help the facility meet its geriatric patient management goals effectively.
HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
Attained a Personal Support Worker certificate, Standard First Aid and (Level C) CPR certification
Completed 300 hours of field placement at a Dementia Care (Alexis Lodge Retirement Res.)
Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational and time management skills
Possesses basic computer, documentation and reporting skills while maintaining confidentiality in all aspect of work
Exhibited personal care with dignity, respect, and engaged clients in social activities to alleviate the effects of isolation
Collaboratively assisted all levels of staff, healthcare teams, patients and families
Goal-oriented, highly motivated, punctual, compassionate and a great team player
Strictly adhered to organizations' policies, procedures, rules and regulations RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
PSW Placement Student Alexis Lodge Retirement Residence 2024
Participated with staff and residents in appropriate leisure/recreational activities as per resident’s choice, functional skills and emotional needs
Followed the care plan, observed and reported any substantial findings and/or changes in patient/resident/client’s behavior to the appropriate registered member of the healthcare team
Demonstrated the ability to assist clients carry out their daily ADL as per the service plan
Provided basic housekeeping tasks and companionship to help clients enjoy better quality of life
Delivered assistance with eating, mobility, lift/transferring/positioning/turning, toileting, bladder and bowel routines, exercising and essential communication EDUCATION & TRAINING
Personal Support Worker Certificate 2023 – 2024
CLI College of Business Health & Technology
Standard First Aid and (Level C) CPR certification/Mask Fit 2024 Canadian Red Cross
Pharmacology & Medication Administration Certificate 2024 CLI College of Business Health & Technology
Gentle Persuasive Approach 2024
CLI College of Business Health & Technology