Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
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Almera Divinagracia

North Vancouver,Canada

Summary

Professional Health Care Aide with supervisory experience, proven ability to manage healthcare teams and oversee daily operations in residential care facilities. Known for strong leadership skills, adept at training staff, enhancing performance standards, and ensuring high-quality resident care. Demonstrated impact by implementing effective patient care protocols leading to improved resident satisfaction and well-being.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Resident Care Supervisor (Casual)

Provita Management
North Vancouver, British Columbia
01.2024 - Current
  • Supervised daily activities and care plans for residents in assisted living facility.
  • Coordinated communication between caregivers, residents, and family members effectively.
  • Managed staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage and support for residents.
  • Conducted regular assessments of resident needs to update care plans promptly.
  • Facilitated team meetings to discuss care strategies and address concerns collaboratively.
  • Initiated corrective action whenever necessary by implementing changes in policies or procedures.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary meetings concerning patient care planning.
  • Provided guidance and support to staff in the delivery of direct services to residents.

Resident Care Aide

Vancouver Coastal Health
North Vancouver, British Columbia
06.2019 - Current
  • Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of resident living spaces and common areas.
  • Assisted residents with activities of daily living, such as bathing, grooming and dressing.
  • Responded promptly to requests from residents for assistance with activities of daily living.
  • Preserved patient dignity and rights and demonstrated sensitivity to cultural diversity.
  • Ensured that all resident care is provided according to established policies and procedures.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Operates machine for transfer based on resident's care plan.

Residential Care Worker

North Shore Disability Resource Center
North Vancouver, British Columbia
11.2021 - 10.2024
  • Assisted clients with personal care tasks, including bathing and grooming.
  • Coordinated recreational activities to promote social interaction among residents.
  • Maintained a safe and clean living environment for all residents.
  • Documented daily care notes to track client progress and needs effectively.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary requirements.
  • Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
  • Encourage residents to participate in community inclusion.

Community Disabilities Services Practitioner (CDSP 1)

ECHO Society
Whitecourt, AB
01.2012 - 08.2014
  • Ensure client’s basic needs (food, shelter, overall health and safety are met, in such a way that promotes self- sufficient.
  • Participate as an active team player in the assessment of clients need for skill development/ enhancement, through participation and communication with team members.
  • Ensure that all documentations are completed in a timely manner as well as updated in a timely review cycle. Document all activities and observations during each shift, using the daily log.
  • Assist the clients in attending any self- improvement conferences and recreational activities.
  • Ensure ethical practices and program procedures are in practice.
  • Encourage community inclusion for clients. Facilitation and exploration of opportunity for community involvement.
  • Promote development of decision making and problem solving skills for the clients, using tools and couching techniques that enhance client’s self – awareness.

Elderly Caregiver

Pamela/Jane Marchand
North Vancouver, BC
10.2007 - 10.2011
  • Worked with parents to implement discipline programs to promote favorable behavior from child/ children
  • Performed house chores related to child or children’s care.
  • Instruct and assist children in development of personal habits and health such as resting, eating and toilet behavior.
  • Modeled appropriate social behavior and encouraging concern for others.
  • Assigning appropriate chores and praise targeted behaviors to encourage the development of self-confidence, self-control and responsibility.
  • Performed and teaches age appropriate activities.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly clients.
  • Organized and maintained a safe living environment for residents.
  • Communicated effectively with family members about client needs.
  • Monitored health conditions and reported changes to healthcare providers.
  • Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and eating.
  • Made beds, swept floors, and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients based on trust and respect.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Negros Occidental – Recoletos
Bacolod City, Philippines
01.2003

Skills

  • Patient advocacy
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Crisis intervention
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Personal care assistance

Certification

  • Home Support Practicum, Seton Villa Retirement Centre, Burnaby BC, June 16-24, 2016
  • Facility Practicum, Ingelwood Care Center, Complex Care Unit, West Vancouver BC, April 25 –June 1,2016
  • Health Care Assistant, Drake Medox College, Vancouver BC, May – Dec. 2015
  • First Aid and CPR Certificate, St. John’s Ambulance, North Vancouver, BC, November 14, 2021
  • Food Safe Course, Advance Continuing Education, North Vancouver BC, March 2014
  • Positive Behavior Supports, Alberta Council of Disability Services, Westlock, AB March 13, 2013
  • MANDT System Training, ECHO Society Office, Whitecourt, AB February 7, 2013
  • Administration of Medication Training, ECHO Society Office, Whitecourt, AB April 2012

References

UPON REQUEST

Timeline

Resident Care Supervisor (Casual)

Provita Management
01.2024 - Current

Residential Care Worker

North Shore Disability Resource Center
11.2021 - 10.2024

Resident Care Aide

Vancouver Coastal Health
06.2019 - Current

Community Disabilities Services Practitioner (CDSP 1)

ECHO Society
01.2012 - 08.2014

Elderly Caregiver

Pamela/Jane Marchand
10.2007 - 10.2011

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Negros Occidental – Recoletos

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