Abigail Cardinal
North Vancouver,BC
Summary
Compassionate and motivated recent health care assistant graduate with hands-on practicum experience in long term care and assisted living settings. Skilled in assisting with activities of daily living, supporting safe lifts and transfers and following infection control protocols. Brings a strong background in food service, organization, and customer care, with commitment to promoting dignity, comfort, and quality of life for every client.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
HCAP Student/ Health care support worker
EverGreen House North Vancouver
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Assisted residents in activities of daily living to maintain health and self-worth
- Developed meaningful relationships with residents, understanding their personal stories and daily routines.
- Cleaned and organized residents living quarters to make living conditions more hospitable.
- Organized and restocked necessities such as Pads, bedding, hygiene products, clothing...etc.
Dietary Aide
AgeCare Lakeview
01.2022 - Current
- Developed and oversaw preparation of specialized diets
- Delivered meals to residents and patients in their rooms when requested
- Performed general cleaning duties such as sweeping floors, washing dishes, wiping countertops Served food and snacks according to planned menu and patients' diet orders.
HCAP Clinical Experience
Lynn Valley Care Centre
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Delivered compassionate care to clients with mental health and physical challenges
- Supported safe client transfers using ceiling lifts, sit-to-stand lifts, and medi-lifts
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting dignity and independence
- Adhered to all safety procedures and infection control protocols
- Assisted preceptor with meal services and client feeding
Sales Associate
Rogers Chocolates Granville Island
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items
- Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice
- Operated cash register and POS to handle purchases, refunds, and exchanges for customers.
Education
Health Care Assistant Program
Capilano University
North Vancouver 07-2025
Skills
- Effective team collaboration
- Effective time management
- Collaborative teamwork
- Detail Oriented
- Compassionate patient interactions
- Problem-solving
- Adaptability and flexibility
Certificates
Health Care assistant Certificate completed July 2025
CPR certified red cross (Exp. 2027)
Food handlers certificate (Exp. 2028)
Serving it right certificate (Exp. 2028)
Timeline
HCAP Clinical Experience
Lynn Valley Care Centre
05.2025 - 07.2025
HCAP Student/ Health care support worker
EverGreen House North Vancouver
09.2024 - 01.2025
Dietary Aide
AgeCare Lakeview
01.2022 - Current
Sales Associate
Rogers Chocolates Granville Island
01.2021 - 01.2024
Health Care Assistant Program
Capilano University
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