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Cara Vander Ploeg

Three Hills,AB

Summary

Proficient and caring nursing team member willing and excited to learn more about the nursing profession. Offering outstanding patient care in every setting. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Babysitter

09.2015 - 08.2021
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.

Volunteer

Crossfield Baptist Church
01.2014 - 04.2020
  • Assisted with special events and programs in Kids ministry including Vacation Bible School Programs.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.

Volunteer

Crossfield Corner Sports Store
10.2016 - 11.2018
  • Assisting the managers with customer service
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve the business' needs.
  • Janitorial work
  • Managing the till
  • Sharpening skates

Education

Practical Nursing

Prairie College
Three Hills, AB
08.2023

Ministry

Prairie College
Three Hills, AB
04.2023

Skills

  • Patient-Focused Care
  • Patient Care and Safety
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Quality Assessments
  • Educating Families
  • Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
  • Medication Dispensing
  • Researching data including medications, diagnoses and skills
  • Patient Triaging

Additional Information

Once I receive my transcript from Bow Valley College I plan to write my exam in November of 2023. My goal is to obtain a casual position and gain work experience, learn what areas of nursing I want to focus on and build into the hospital where I am employed.

Timeline

Volunteer

Crossfield Corner Sports Store
10.2016 - 11.2018

Babysitter

09.2015 - 08.2021

Volunteer

Crossfield Baptist Church
01.2014 - 04.2020

Practical Nursing

Prairie College

Ministry

Prairie College

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