Support Worker Personal

LYDIA YAA BOAMAH

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Compassionate and dedicated Personal Support Worker with three (3) years of experience providing high-quality care and assistance to clients in various healthcare settings. Skilled in supporting individuals with daily activities, personal hygiene, mobility assistance, and emotional support. Known for a patient-centered approach and strong commitment to enhancing the quality of life for elderly and disabled individuals.

SKILLS

Patient Care Mobility Support Health Monitoring Medication Assistance Communication

Problem-Solving Infection Control Teamwork Time Management Record Keeping

WORK EXPERIENCE

Personal Support Worker, CANES COMMUNITY CARE (February 2024 - present)

•Provided direct care to patients or clients, assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and feeding

•Assisted with household tasks such as light cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation for patients who require assistance.

•Maintained a safe and clean environment, following infection control procedures and always ensuring patient safety.

•Monitored patient vital signs, symptoms, and behavior, and report any changes to the nurse on duty.

Personal Support Worker, CHARTWELL RETIREMENT HOME (August 2024 – October 2024)

•Provided hands-on support for clients with daily living tasks, including personal hygiene, dressing, grooming, toileting, and meal assistance.

•Supported clients with household activities, including light housekeeping, laundry, and preparing meals for those in need of assistance.

•Monitored patient vital signs, symptoms, and behavior, and report any changes to the nurse on duty.

Home Support Worker, REV W. J PHILIPS RESIDENCE (October 2023 - September 2023)

•Provide emotional support and companionship to patients, ensuring their psychological well-being.

•Assisted with personal care activities including bathing, dressing and grooming.

•Monitored client’s health conditions, reporting any changes and concerns to the assigned nurse.

Care Worker, ALPHA NURSING HOME (January 2019 - July 2023)

•Effectively communicate with patients, families, and healthcare team members to ensure coordinated and compassionate care

•Supported clients with daily activities including personal hygiene etc.

•Assisted with light housekeeping tasks, doing laundry, and keeping the living areas neat.

•Provided mobility assistance.

Personal Support Worker, SURE CARE (September 2018 - January 2019)

•Ensure the safety and security of seniors, being prepared to respond calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

•Administered clients their medications.

•Took clients out for walks.

•Assisted in feeding clients.

Personal Care Worker, CARE PLUS (August 2017 - September 2018)

•Provided physical support to seniors and elders at their homes.

•Assisted with administrating of medications.

•Assist seniors in participating in social activities, outings, or recreational programs, promoting social interaction and mental stimulation.

Volunteer, COMFORT FOR THE AGED (February 2017 – August 2017)

•Provided reminders for seniors to take medications according to prescribed schedules, under supervision if permitted.

•Provided physical support to seniors who were brought to our facility.

•Assisted in feeding, taking walks with clients.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

Diploma, Personal Support Worker Program (Distance Education), Mississauga Career College (April 2024 – October 2024)

Bachelor’s Degree, Political Science, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi (2012-2016)

High School Diploma, St. Louis Senior High School (2008-2012)

Certifications

•Standard First Aid & CPR (Canadian Red Cross)

•CPR -Alison (online program)

•Food Handler Certificate (Federal Certified)

•Standard first aid and CPR (DHI College Of Health and Education, Ghana)

•Food, Safety and Hygiene certificate Alison (Online)

Volunteerism:

•Assisted a local doctor with giving care to seniors in their own homes in Ghana (2020)

References Available Upon Request

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