Andressa Ferreguetti
Edmonton,Canada
Summary
Highly motivated, empathetic and dedicated Health Care Aide professional with vast experience in patient care, focused on quality and comfort care. Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while providing compassionate patient care. Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health Care Aide/Assisted Living Worker
The Good Samaritan Society
09.2024 - Current
- Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases
- Medication administration
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills while interacting with clients and their families
- Ensured safety of patients through appropriate positioning, turning, lifting techniques
- Assessed patient needs and reported changes in condition to supervisor or registered nurse
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient independence and overall wellbeing.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current with best practices in health care aide services.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Home Care Aide
CBI
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and quality of life.
Community Health Care Aide
Interior Home Care Solutions
01.2020 - 06.2024
- Ample experience: Senior care/ dementia
- Provided compassionate care to patients in a home setting
- Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills while interacting with clients and their families
- Planned meals according to dietary requirements and cooked for clients
- Accompanied clients on doctor visits, shopping trips, recreational outings
- Initiated emergency procedures when necessary in order to ensure the safety of patients
Rad Screening
24/7 Occupational & Emergency Medicine Solutions
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Covid testing for a pipeline company
Registered Care Aide
Ponderosa Lodge
04.2021 - 10.2021
- Observed changes in behavior and condition of patients that may indicate a need for further medical evaluation or intervention
- Developed individualized care plans based on assessments of each patient's needs
- Provided personal care, including bathing, dressing and grooming, to elderly clients in accordance with established care plans
- Assisted patients in activities of daily living such as eating, transferring from bed to wheelchair, and ambulation
PSW
In Home Care
01.2018 - 06.2020
- Assisted clients with mobility issues by providing transfers using appropriate equipment
- Helped clients with daily tasks, such as laundry, housekeeping, and shopping
- Assisted residents in activities of daily living to maintain health and dignity
- Assisted residents in and out of bed and wheelchairs, using safe lifting and transferring techniques
PSW
We Care
02.2018 - 03.2019
- Providing home support services for a MS client
- Assisted clients with mobility issues by providing transfers using appropriate equipment
Volunteer
Royal Inland Hospital
01.2015 - 05.2015
- Assisting visitors and patients with inquiries and directions
Supervisor
Ministry of Health
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Acting with a nurse from the outpatient supervision of the Municipal Secretary of Health
- Trained new employees on company policies, procedures and work ethics
- Supervised and coordinated activities of staff to ensure compliance with established policies, procedures, and standards
- Delegated tasks to team members according to individual strengths
- Worked closely with upper management to develop strategies for improving operational efficiency within the department
Registered Nurse Intern
Hospital of Holy Home of Mercy of Vitoria
01.2006 - 06.2007
- Contributed to patient care and performed procedures during rotation through emergency, ICU, and med/surg units at 300+ beds hospital
- Compiled detailed reports of activities
- Consistently volunteered to participate in tasks in order to boost educational experience
- Conducted research for the Ministry of Health of Brazil's São Lucas Hospital in Vitória, Brazil
Licensed Practical Nurse
Metropolitano Hospital
01.2001 - 07.2004
- Worked as a practical nurse / nurse technician on medical surgical, ample experience on oncology, emergency and pediatric wards
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes and treatments administered
- Followed medication management procedures to comply with state and company guidelines
- Provided direct patient care such as wound dressing changes, administering medications and IV therapy
- Assessed vital signs, collected specimens for laboratory testing, monitored fluid intake and output levels, recorded medical history information
Education
CERTIFICATION IN REGISTERED CARE AIDE -
Sprott Shaw
03.2021
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - NURSING
EMESCAM
07.2007
DIPLOMA IN LPN -
CCI
07.1999
Skills
- Patient-focused care
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Quality Assurance
- Mobility Assistance
- Companionship and emotional support
- End of life care
- Compassionate
- Trustworthy companion
- Geriatric Care
- Reliable team player
- Patient Care
Certification
- Health Care Aide
- Violence Prevention
- Accommodating responsive Behaviour: Dementia Experience & Making Connection
- Food safe
- CPI Non-Violence Prevention Training
- Medication Administration Assistance Course
- First Aid and Emergency Certificate and CPR Training
- Medication Administration Assistance
- Dysphagia Training
- Hypoglycemia Protocol
- Palliative Care
- Naloxone certificate
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Health Care Aide/Assisted Living Worker
The Good Samaritan Society
09.2024 - Current
Home Care Aide
CBI
07.2024 - 09.2024
Rad Screening
24/7 Occupational & Emergency Medicine Solutions
01.2022 - 04.2022
Registered Care Aide
Ponderosa Lodge
04.2021 - 10.2021
Community Health Care Aide
Interior Home Care Solutions
01.2020 - 06.2024
PSW
We Care
02.2018 - 03.2019
PSW
In Home Care
01.2018 - 06.2020
Volunteer
Royal Inland Hospital
01.2015 - 05.2015
Supervisor
Ministry of Health
01.2007 - 01.2009
Registered Nurse Intern
Hospital of Holy Home of Mercy of Vitoria
01.2006 - 06.2007
Licensed Practical Nurse
Metropolitano Hospital
01.2001 - 07.2004
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - NURSING
EMESCAM
DIPLOMA IN LPN -
CCI
- Health Care Aide
- Violence Prevention
- Accommodating responsive Behaviour: Dementia Experience & Making Connection
- Food safe
- CPI Non-Violence Prevention Training
- Medication Administration Assistance Course
- First Aid and Emergency Certificate and CPR Training
- Medication Administration Assistance
- Dysphagia Training
- Hypoglycemia Protocol
- Palliative Care
- Naloxone certificate
CERTIFICATION IN REGISTERED CARE AIDE -
Sprott Shaw
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