
Edward Murphy
Personal Support Worker (PSW) seeking a role in healthcare
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About
Compassionate and dedicated Personal Support Worker (PSW) seeking a role in healthcare. Experienced in providing hands-on geriatric care, offering both physical and emotional support to clients. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, ensuring patient safety, and fostering a comfortable environment. Strong communicator and team player with a proven ability to work effectively in fast-paced healthcare settings. Committed to delivering high-quality patient-centered care.
Experience
Personal Support Worker (PSW) at Michael Garron Hospital (2025-11 – Present)
Provide direct patient care across multiple inpatient units through the Nursing Resource Team, supporting fluctuating staffing needs
- Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, and mobility
- Observe, document, and promptly report changes in patient condition to nursing staff
- Adhere strictly to infection prevention and control (IPAC) policies and hospital protocols
- Collaborate effectively with nurses, allied health professionals, and interdisciplinary teams
Student Personal Support Worker – Facility-Based Practicum at Humber River Health (2025-01 – 2025-04)
- Provided direct patient care to geriatric clients at the A2N Reactivation Care Centre
- Assisted patients with mobility, transfers, and personal hygiene
- Supported patients with meal feeding assistance
- Monitored and reported changes in clients' conditions to nursing staff
- Applied infection control measures to ensure a safe healthcare environment
Customer Service and Warehouse Roles at Various Employers (2020-03 – Present)
Worked in customer service and warehouse roles, building transferable skills in communication, time management, and attention to detail while pursuing education in personal support work.
Education
Personal Support Worker Certificate in Personal Support Work – George Brown College (2024-01 – 2025-04)