Support Worker Personal

OLAWALE OGUNNOWO

Toronto, ON M*E *H* +1-437-***-**** ************@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Compassionate and dedicated Personal Support Worker (PSW) with hands-on experience delivering high-quality care in retirement homes, hospitals, and community settings. Skilled in assisting clients with activities of daily living (ADLs), supporting mobility, monitoring vital signs, and promoting emotional well-being. Strong advocate for patient safety, dignity, and independence. Adept at collaborating with healthcare teams to create personalized care plans and enhance quality of life.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Personal Care & Hygiene Assistance

• Medication Assistance & Administration

• Vital Signs Monitoring

• Mobility & Transfer Support

• Infection Prevention & Control (IPAC)

• Meal Planning & Feeding Assistance

• Emotional Support & Companionship

• Patient Advocacy & Rights

• Record Keeping & Documentation

• Dementia & Alzheimer’s Care

• Safety & Emergency Response

• Effective Communication Skills

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Personal Support Worker (Clinical Placement)

Cedarbrook Lodge Retirement Residence, Toronto, ON Apr 2025 – Jun 2025

• Delivered compassionate care to elderly residents, addressing their physical, emotional, and social needs.

• Assisted with ADLs including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and feeding.

• Monitored and documented residents’ health status, reporting changes to nursing staff.

• Facilitated recreational and social activities to enhance residents’ engagement and quality of life.

• Maintained a clean and safe living environment through housekeeping and infection control measures.

• Built trusting relationships with residents and families to ensure person-centered care. Nursing Aide Assistant

Duncan Hospital, Lagos, Nigeria Jul 2018 – Dec 2023

• Provided care for patients with chronic illnesses, including Alzheimer’s and dementia.

• Assisted in developing and implementing individualized care plans in collaboration with nurses and therapists.

• Supported mobility, feeding, and hygiene needs while ensuring patient comfort and dignity.

• Encouraged patient participation in social and recreational activities.

• Maintained strict confidentiality and adhered to healthcare ethics and safety protocols.

• Participated in ongoing training to stay current on best practices in patient care. VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Support Worker

Redeem Christian Church Jan 2022 – May 2022

• Organized fundraising events to support orphans and vulnerable children.

• Coordinated awareness campaigns on child care and protection.

• Assisted in event setup and venue preparation for community seminars.

• Created online events to inspire and build confidence in children without family support. EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• Personal Support Worker (PSW) Certificate, Mississauga Career College – 2024

• Postgraduate Diploma, Global Business Management, Fleming College, Toronto – 2024

• Bachelor of Science, Industrial, Labour & Relations, Olabisi Onabanjo University, Nigeria – 2014

• Certificate in Data Processing, Lagos City Computer College – 2007

• Standard First Aid & CPR (Canadian Red Cross)

• Crisis Intervention & Verbal De-escalation

• Work Health and Safety Awareness

• WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System)

• Mask Fitting

• Vulnerable Sector Check

• Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA) in Dementia Care

• Safe Management Group (SMG)

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