Baljinder Bains
Mission,BC
Summary
Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Care Assistant
Mission Memorail Hospital
04.2019 - Current
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Supported nursing staff with care of incontinent patients and promotion of continence care.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
- Maintained clean environment with due consideration to health and safety issues and infection control policy.
- Assisted with taking vital signs and documenting blood pressure and temperature for proper tracking.
- Participated in cleaning and maintenance of medical equipment to assist in department function and regulation compliance.
- Supported healthcare teams with basic physical assessments and diagnostic procedures.
- Collected biological samples for testing and lab work, in alignment with health and safety protocols.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Health Care Assistant
Fraser Health Authority
08.2014 - Current
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Arranged bedding and cushions to enhance patient comfort in bed and chairs.
- Supported nursing staff with care of incontinent patients and promotion of continence care.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
Health Care Assistant
Provita Care Management (North Crest Care Centre)
06.2010 - 08.2014
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Arranged bedding and cushions to enhance patient comfort in bed and chairs.
- Supported nursing staff with care of incontinent patients and promotion of continence care.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families to provide information about care and treatment.
Registered Nurse
PGIMER, Hospital
02.1998 - 04.2006
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Registered Nurse
Dayanand Medical College And Hospital
09.1998 - 01.2006
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Education
Diploma in General Nursing And Midwife - Nursing
GTB
Ludhiana, Punjab, India09.1993
High School Diploma -
BPS
Dhudike, Punjab, India03.1988
Skills
- Patient Education
- ADL Support
- Patient Companionship
- Record Preparation
- CPR Certification
- Bedsore Prevention
- Patient Evaluations
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED (First Aid CPR AED)
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
Languages
English
Full Professional
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Full Professional
Section name
Punjabi traditional foods.
Timeline
Health Care Assistant
Mission Memorail Hospital
04.2019 - Current
Health Care Assistant
Fraser Health Authority
08.2014 - Current
Health Care Assistant
Provita Care Management (North Crest Care Centre)
06.2010 - 08.2014
Registered Nurse
Dayanand Medical College And Hospital
09.1998 - 01.2006
Registered Nurse
PGIMER, Hospital
02.1998 - 04.2006
Diploma in General Nursing And Midwife - Nursing
GTB
High School Diploma -
BPS
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