Nirali Patel
NACC-certified Personal Support Worker
About
Compassionate and dedicated NACC-certified Personal Support Worker with hands-on experience in long-term care, community home care, and retirement residence settings. Currently employed at Cedarcroft Retirement Residence. Skilled in providing safe, client-centered personal care, emotional support, and promoting resident independence.
Certified in CPR/First Aid (BLS), GPA, and infection prevention. Strong team player with excellent communication skills and ability to build trust with residents and healthcare teams.
Experience
Personal Support Worker - Cedarcroft Retirement Residence - Stratford, ON
- Provide daily personal care including hygiene, dressing, grooming, and mobility assistance.
- Assist with lifts, transfers, and safe ambulation while ensuring dignity and comfort.
- Monitor and report residents' physical, emotional, and cognitive changes to nursing staff.
- Support meal assistance, hydration, and dietary needs in line with care plans.
- Engage residents in social activities to promote emotional well-being.
- Collaborate effectively with RNs, RPNs, and other PSWs to ensure quality care.
Personal Support Worker Student – Community Placement - Tri-County Mennonite Homes - Ontario
110 Clinical Hours
- Supported clients with daily living activities including hygiene and mobility assistance.
- Encouraged independence and emotional well-being.
- Engaged clients in social and recreational activities.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment following infection prevention protocols.
Personal Support Worker Student – Long-Term Care Placement - Ritz Lutheran Villa - Ontario
200 Clinical Hours
- Provided full-spectrum personal care to elderly residents.
- Assisted with lifts, transfers, repositioning, and toileting routines.
- Worked with healthcare team to follow individualized care plans.
- Reported physical or behavioral changes to support accurate documentation.
Education
Personal Support Worker (PSW) Program - Personal Support Work - Academy of Learning – Brampton
