Chantal Laforest - Rossignol
Grand Falls,NB
Summary
Skilled Care Provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and preparing meals. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness and household activities.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Support Worker
Aide A La Famille
09.2005 - Current
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop customized care plans for individual patients.
- Monitored patient health status regularly, reporting any changes to the appropriate medical staff.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to schedules.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships.
- Facilitated mobility assistance for patients requiring help with transfers or ambulation.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors in dementia patients, creating a safe environment for all involved.
- Educated family members on best practices for supporting their loved one''s needs at home.
- Conducted light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and comfortable living space for patients.
- Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
- Supported meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions or preferences of the client.
- Developed trust-based relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Early Childhood Caregiver
Les Petits Coeur Des Amis
09.1999 - 04.2005
- Enhanced children''s cognitive development by employing age-appropriate learning activities and games.
- Promoted social skills among children through group play and collaborative projects.
- Provided emotional support to young children, fostering a nurturing and safe environment for growth.
- Developed customized lesson plans tailored to the individual needs of each child, ensuring optimal learning experiences.
- Implemented positive behavior management strategies, resulting in a well-disciplined and cooperative classroom atmosphere.
- Established strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication lines regarding their child''s progress and needs.
- Maintained accurate records of children''s developmental milestones, providing valuable insights for future educational planning.
- Collaborated with fellow caregivers to develop cohesive curricula that met state standards while addressing diverse learning styles.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Studies
University of Moncton
Edmundston, NBHigh School Diploma -
Polyvalente Thomas-Albert
Grand Falls, NB06.1992
Skills
- Medication organization
- Social support
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Mobility Assistance
- Compassionate Care
- Dementia Care
- Emotional Support
- Palliative Care
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Nutrition Support
- Housekeeping tasks
- Patient Companionship
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- PCW - Personal Care Worker
Timeline
Personal Support Worker
Aide A La Famille
09.2005 - Current
Early Childhood Caregiver
Les Petits Coeur Des Amis
09.1999 - 04.2005
Associate of Science - Nursing Studies
University of Moncton
High School Diploma -
Polyvalente Thomas-Albert