Ayo Ojo

Compassionate, reliable, and recently certified Personal Support Worker with two years of hands-on patient care experience as a Patient Sitter in homes settings. Skilled in providing safe, respectful, and person-centred care to diverse clients. Demonstrated ability to support patients' physical, emotional, and social needs while maintaining dignity and promoting independence.

Personal Support Worker - IdealCaregiver4U - Toronto

(2025-03 - 2025-05)

• Support elderly clients in private homes, many with dementia and reduced mobility.
• Provide person-centred assistance with hygiene, toileting, feeding, and behaviour management.
• Conduct safe transfers using mechanical lifts and offer cognitive engagement to stimulate mental activity.
• Maintain consistent routines to reduce confusion and anxiety in dementia clients.

Patient Sitter - The Peoples House - North York, Toronto

(2022-06 - 2024-03)

• Provided continuous observation of patients to ensure safety, including those at risk of falls, self-harm, or experiencing cognitive impairments.
• Assisted patients with mobility support such as repositioning in bed and safe ambulation under supervision.
• Offered companionship, emotional support, and engaged patients in conversation to reduce anxiety and isolation.
• Reported any changes in patient condition promptly to nursing staff to support effective care planning.
• Maintained patient confidentiality and upheld dignity and respect in all interactions.
• Collaborated with nursing and healthcare teams to ensure seamless and quality patient care.

Personal Support Worker Student - West Park Long-Term Care - Toronto

(2025-01 - 2025-03)

• Assisted residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, feeding, and mobility.
• Applied proper body mechanics and safe patient handling techniques to prevent injuries.
• Supported residents' individualized care plans while fostering a safe, clean, and comfortable environment.
• Practiced effective infection prevention and control measures according to facility protocols.
• Documented care provided accurately and communicated observations to supervising nurses.