Personal Support Patient Care

KOLAWOLE SAIDU

****-**** ******** ****** ****

North-York. Ontario

M3N 1A3.

*********@*******.***

Tel: 647-***-****

Objective

Dedicated and compassionate second-year nursing student with hands-on experience in personal support work. Seeking to leverage my skills and knowledge to provide exceptional care and support to individuals in need. Committed to continuous learning and professional growth.

Skills

Patient Care: Proficient in providing compassionate and effective care to individuals with diverse needs.

Communication: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals.

Documentation: Skilled in maintaining accurate and detailed records of client care and progress.

Problem Solving: Ability to assess situations and provide appropriate solutions in a timely manner.

Teamwork: Collaborative approach to working with healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality care.

Education

Lakehead University

Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Bsc.N 2026

Thunder Bay. Ontario

Work Experience

Personal Support Worker

Clinical Placement BscN

St Joseph Horgarth Riverview

Assisted living facility.

Thunder bay.

Provides daily living assistance to clients with varying needs, including personal hygiene, dressing, and mobility support.

Administered medications as directed by healthcare professionals and maintained accurate records.

Assisted clients with meal preparation, feeding, and nutrition management.

Conducted regular health checks and reported any changes or concerns to supervisors.

Fostered a positive and supportive environment, promoting clients’ emotional well-being and independence.

Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive care plans were implemented effectively.

Assisted healthcare professionals in patient care and administrative tasks.

Provided emotional support to patients and their families.

Participated in health education programs and community outreach initiatives.

Dorvict Health Services. 09-2012 to 02-2015

North – York. Toronto.

Assist individuals with preparation for daytime activities, good personal hygiene and behavior appropriate in their home or apartment for client having developmental disabilities.

Assist individuals as needed in grocery shopping, menu planning, meal preparation and general clean up hygiene.

Providing direct supervision for individuals with disability adults or children.

Helping individuals with life skills like eating, brushing teeth, cooking, bathing and toileting.

Assist residents with their meals that accommodate specific dietary needs.

Helping Hands Health Care Services 02-2015 to 12-2020

Brampton. Ontario

Assist/monitor residents with preparation on ADL, encourage good personal hygiene and appropriate behavior in the facility.

Provide personal care which may include but is not limited to bathing, grooming, toileting. Lift/ transfers mobility assistance and assisting clients at mealtimes.

Operates mobility devices to aid in the lifts/transfer of clients according to the established guidelines for the safe and proper usage of equipment.

Complete facility tasks which include making the bed, changing client’s brief/diapers and other duties directed by supervisor.

Self Employed ( PSW and Support companion) 01-2021 to 08-2024

Physical Assistance: Assist with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and mobility. This includes transferring clients from bed to wheelchair or other mobility aids.

Communication Skills: Effective communication to understand the client’s needs, preferences, and concerns. This includes active listening and clear, empathetic speaking.

Emotional Support: Providing emotional support to clients who may experience frustration, depression, or anxiety due to their condition. This involves being patient, compassionate, and understanding.

Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to handle unexpected situations and challenges that may arise, such as equipment malfunctions or health issues.

Medical Knowledge: Understanding the medical aspects of paraplegia, including potential complications and necessary precautions.

Adaptability: Flexibility to adjust to the changing needs of clients and to work in various environments.

Confidentiality: Maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of client information.

First Aid and CPR: Knowledge of basic first aid and CPR to handle emergencies.

Time Management: Efficiently managing time to ensure all necessary tasks are completed while providing quality care.

Respect for Autonomy: Respecting the client’s independence and autonomy, allowing them to make decisions about their care and daily activities as much as possible.

Certifications / Trainings

Safe management

Cpi

Basic life support (HCP)

Pharmacology and Medication

WHIMS

Personal Support Worker

Education

Lakehead University. BscN 2026 in view

Personal support worker 2013

M.Ed. Special Education 1998 Nigeria

B.sc Chemistry 1995 Nigeria

Hobbies

Readings

Arts Painting.

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