Bethzaida [ZEDY] Ferguson

Personal Care Worker (PCW) –November 2020

Trainee Enrolled Nurse - March 2023

Provided direct personal care assistance to elderly residents, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support.

Assisted with daily activities such as feeding, toileting, and maintaining residents' comfort and dignity.

Observed and reported changes in residents’ health conditions to nursing staff, ensuring timely interventions.

Assisted in repositioning residents to prevent pressure injuries and promoted physical comfort through mobility support.

Built strong, trusting relationships with residents and their families, offering emotional support and companionship.

Maintained hygiene and safety standards by following infection control protocols and health and safety regulations.

Worked collaboratively with nursing and care teams to deliver individualized care plans tailored to each resident's needs.

• Assisted clients with mobility issues, ensuring safe transfers and ambulation around the home.
• Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
• Ensured client safety by identifying potential hazards in the home environment and implementing appropriate interventions.
• Managed household tasks such as cleaning, laundry, meal preparation, and grocery shopping to maintain a clean and organized living environment for clients.
• Maintained accurate documentation of care provided, changes in condition, and communication with healthcare providers for continuity of care purposes.
• Monitored vital signs and reported health concerns to healthcare professionals in a timely manner.
• Improved independence and quality of life for clients through assistance with daily living tasks.
• Facilitated medication administration according to prescribed schedules and doses.
• Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
• Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating with colleagues and maintaining open lines of communication within the caregiving team.
• Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
• Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
• Provided transportation and appointments management.
• Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
• Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
• Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
• Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.