Amrita Grewal
New Westminster,BC
Summary
With a proven track record at the Saskatchewan Health Authority, I excel in patient education and fostering strong client relationships. My approach combines direct patient care with effective team collaboration, significantly enhancing patient recovery and safety protocols.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Continuing Care Assistant
Saskatchewan Health Authority
Davidson, Canada
11.2021 - Current
- Instructed family members in caring for patient by teaching appropriate ways to lift, turn and reposition patient
- Helped patients care for themselves by teaching use of cane or walker and special utensils to eat
- Observed and examined patients to detect symptoms requiring medical attention such as bruises, open wounds and persistent coughs
- Dispensed accurate dosage of medication to patients by following prescription orders and doctor instructions
- Supplied physical support to assist patients in performing daily living activities such as getting out of bed, bathing, dressing, toileting and walking
- Provided routine skincare by helping residents in applying non-prescription topical medications to skin
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients
- Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery
Registered Nurse
Civil Hospital
Malerkotla, India
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation
Education
Health Assessment -
NextGenU.org
01.2024
Personal Support Worker -
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener, ON08.2012
Bachelor of Science - General Nursing and Midwifery
Bhai Guards Nursing College
Patiala, India05.2011
Skills
- Patient education
- Infection control measures
- Wound Care
- Patient Management
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Safety Monitoring
- Client Relationships
- Outstanding communication skills
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
Personal Information
Title: Health Care Aide
Timeline
Continuing Care Assistant
Saskatchewan Health Authority
11.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Civil Hospital
01.2021 - 06.2021
Health Assessment -
NextGenU.org
Personal Support Worker -
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Bachelor of Science - General Nursing and Midwifery
Bhai Guards Nursing College
Similar Profiles
Judy MelhoffJudy Melhoff
Registered Nurse at Saskatchewan Health Authority - Women's Health CentreRegistered Nurse at Saskatchewan Health Authority - Women's Health Centre
Ashley BohmannAshley Bohmann
Environmental Services Housekeeper at Saskatchewan Health AuthorityEnvironmental Services Housekeeper at Saskatchewan Health Authority
Liwayway LantayonaLiwayway Lantayona
Medical Device Reprocessing Technician at Saskatchewan Health AuthorityMedical Device Reprocessing Technician at Saskatchewan Health Authority
Vance Seymour LegaspinoVance Seymour Legaspino
CCA at Saskatchewan Health AuthorityCCA at Saskatchewan Health Authority
Zeke PabalanZeke Pabalan
General Associate at AritziaGeneral Associate at Aritzia