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Amber Olsen

Southwold,Ontario

Summary

Observant personal support worker with 12 years of experience providing heartfelt care to over 32 resident in long term care. Assisting in the critical care of patients in the ICU of the elgin general hospital. Certified in cpr, BSO, Gentle Persuasion Approach, lift training Infectious Control, Point Click Care/Point of Care, One Chart and and a mentorship program. Extremely compassionate and resident focused, well educated all aspects of Personal Support work.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Support Worker,

ICU Elgin general hospital
St.thomas , ON
03.2021 - Current
  • Monitored vital signs and documenting variances and concerning responses.
  • Recorded patient temperature, pulse and blood pressure to monitor health and well-being.
  • Liaised with supervisor to review cases and improve care.
  • assisted team members with proning and supination of patients.
  • palliative and post mortem care.
  • educated on proper disposable of biohazard waste, cytotoxic materials.

Personal Support Worker

peoplecare
London, ON
04.2010 - Current
  • Helped clients maintain daily living standards by assisting with personal hygiene needs.
  • Took and recorded patient temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure to monitor health statistics.
  • Worked with supervisory medical staff to review cases and improve care.
  • Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
  • Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
  • Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises, including passive and active ROM to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
  • Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
  • Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet special client diets such as diabetic, low sodium and high protein.
  • Laundered clothing and bedding and changed linens several times per shift to prevent spread of infection.

Sales Representative

The Bay
London, ON
11.1999 - 01.2011
  • Achieved or surpassed sales quotas by as much as 50%.
  • Achieved top sales for central Canada
  • Organized large special events
  • Collaborated with retailers to strengthen product exposure with optimal locations, shelf positions and signage.
  • Fostered relationships with customers to expand customer base and enhance loyalty and retention.
  • Created and implemented store displays, promoting sales and growth.
  • Met with store managers to discuss product needs, accomplish sales goals and facilitate sales growth.

Education

Personal Support Worker

Fanshawe College Of Applied Arts And Technology
London, ON
04.2009

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Restorative Care
  • Client relationship management
  • Compassionate patient care
  • Adaptable under pressure
  • Behavior redirection
  • Coordination skills
  • Physical therapy
  • Active listening

Timeline

Personal Support Worker,

ICU Elgin general hospital
03.2021 - Current

Personal Support Worker

peoplecare
04.2010 - Current

Sales Representative

The Bay
11.1999 - 01.2011

Personal Support Worker

Fanshawe College Of Applied Arts And Technology

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