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Andrea Miller

Kelowna

Summary

Dedicated Health Care Aide with proven expertise in patient-focused care and effective problem-solving, honed at Mission Creek Landing. Excels in maintaining privacy and providing compassionate support, ensuring patient comfort and independence. Recognized for reliability and the ability to maintain a calm demeanor under pressure, enhancing patient wellbeing and safety. Continuously seeks opportunities for professional development in health care services.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Health Care Aide

Mission Creek Landing
11.2017 - Current
  • Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient independence and overall wellbeing.
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Utilized problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected situations or emergencies within the healthcare setting.
  • Reduced patient anxiety through effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.

Health Care Aide

Sutherland Hills Rest Home
01.2007 - 11.2017
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient independence and overall wellbeing.
  • Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Supported patient nutrition needs by preparing meals according to dietary restrictions and preferences.
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current with best practices in health care aide services.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.

Education

Health Care Aid

Sprott Shaw College
Kelowna, BC
12-2001

High School Diploma -

Rutland Senior Secondary
Kelowna, BC
06-1997

Skills

  • Compassionate
  • Reliable team player
  • Patient relationship building
  • Supporting personal needs
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Transporting patients
  • Admitting support
  • Quick problem solver
  • Calm and level-headed under duress
  • Dressing assistance
  • Companionship and emotional support
  • Patient-focused care

Timeline

Health Care Aide

Mission Creek Landing
11.2017 - Current

Health Care Aide

Sutherland Hills Rest Home
01.2007 - 11.2017

Health Care Aid

Sprott Shaw College

High School Diploma -

Rutland Senior Secondary

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