Brittany Savoury
Elmsdale,NS
Summary
Dedicated Continuing Care Assistant with over 10 years of experience in providing compassionate caregiving. Skilled in direct patient care, including assistance with all aspects of daily living. Experienced in conducting patient assessments and documentation, while maintaining professional boundaries. Strong ability to multitask while providing care, companionship and emotional support.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Continuing Care Assistant
Northwood Homecare
2014.06 - Current
- Assisted in daily living activities for improved quality of life.
- Observed and examined patients to detect symptoms requiring medical attention.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to support infection control measures.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing attentive and compassionate care.
- Supported patients during end-of-life care, ensuring dignity and comfort throughout the process.
- Utilized effective communication skills with patients, families, staff and supervisors.
Education
Continuing Care Assistant -
Nova Scotia Community College
Dartmouth, NS06.2014
Skills
- Dementia care
- Compassionate caregiving
- End of life care
- Daily living activities
- Direct patient care
- Professional boundaries
- Assessments and documentation
- Companionship, compassion and emotional support
Languages
English
Certification
CCA registry
First aid and CPR
WHIMIS
Crisis intervention
Emergency codes
Full list or courses upon request
Timeline
Continuing Care Assistant
Northwood Homecare
2014.06 - Current
Continuing Care Assistant -
Nova Scotia Community College