Christie Hannouch
Kyle,SK
Summary
Energetic Continuing Care Assistant with 18 years of experience providing comprehensive support and care to patients. Committed to increasing treatment knowledge through hands-on learning for professional development. Skillful in solving complex problems and staying calm in emergency situations.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Self Employed
Wallys bar and Restaurant
Kyle, Saskatchewan
05.2019 - Current
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
- Managed team of 8 employees, overseeing hiring, training, and professional growth of employees.
- Carried out day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
CCA
Heartland Health Region
Kyle\ Elrose\Eston\Lucky Lake, SK
02.2002 - 09.2018
- Instructed family members in caring for patient by teaching appropriate ways to lift, turn and reposition patient.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Supplied physical support to assist patients in performing daily living activities such as getting out of bed, bathing, dressing, toileting and walking.
- Cared for patients by changing bed linens, washing and ironing laundry and cleaning premises.
- Delivered compassionate care and clear communication in handling issues of death and dying.
- Documented vital signs to inform nurses and physicians of any changes in patient status.
- Assisted in feeding patients by offering fluids and snacks.
- Provided total hygiene care to multiple patients per shift by assisting with skincare, bathing and toileting.
- Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
- Adhered to all resident lifting and safe lifting instructions and rules.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutrition
- Collaborated with peers and attended meetings to brainstorm new activities for patients and discuss ways to resolve issues.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
Housekeeping Aide
Heartland Health Region
Elrose, SK
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Prepared rooms with top-notch standards every time.
- Assisted housekeeping department with cleaning activities such as sweeping, mopping, dusting and polishing.
- Supplied clean linens and picked up and delivered soiled linens from residential areas to laundry.
- Ordered and stocked supplies to avoid shortages and excess inventory.
- Assisted maintenance department with stripping, waxing, and buffing of floors.
- Cleaned floors with sweeping, dusting, damp or wet mopping and disinfecting.
- Adhered to optimal standards for cleanliness, appearance and service.
- Trained other staff members by physically demonstrating complex tasks.
- Cleaned carpets by vacuuming, shampooing, deodorizing and disinfecting.
- Transported soiled linens to laundry facilities.
- Dusted and polished surfaces to achieve attractive shine.
- Removed dirt, dust, grease and from surfaces using proper solutions.
- Completed required daily cleaning duties for assigned rooms while maintaining strong lines of communication with front desk staff regarding potential changes or challenges.
- Worked with 3-person housekeeping staff to maintain clean, organized nursing home facility
- Maintained standard procedures for cleaning and developed new methods, to increase efficiency.
- Participated in required and optional safety training events to gain innovative edge in industry and maintain highest quality of safety standards.
Food Service Worker
heartland health Region
Eston, SK
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Compiled recipe ingredients and prepared for cooks by washing, cutting or measuring food items.
- Scanned shelves and product cases for expired stock and discarded outdated or spoiled items.
- Plated hot meals and salads in aesthetically pleasing arrangements.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
- Prepared recipe ingredients by washing, peeling, cutting and measuring.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Replenished condiments, beverages and supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas.
- Circulated kitchen area to receive work assignments and identify support tasks.
- Sanitized dining ware and kitchen equipment according to health code standards.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
Homecare Aide
Heartland health region
Kyle, SK
02.2002 - 02.2004
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
Education
Special Care Aide\Continuing Care Assistant
Cypress Hills Regional College
Swiftcurrent Sk09.2001
High School Diploma -
Kyle Composite School
Kyle, SK06.2000
Skills
- Hard working and self-motivated
- Feeding Assistance
- Mobility Assistance
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Caregiver Relations
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Heavy Lifting
- Willingness to Learn
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
- Professional and Courteous
- Multitasking and Prioritizing
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- TLR Instructor Training
- Union Representative Training
- W.H.M.I.S Training
- First Aide and C.P.R training
Timeline
Self Employed
Wallys bar and Restaurant
05.2019 - Current
Housekeeping Aide
Heartland Health Region
01.2016 - 01.2017
Food Service Worker
heartland health Region
01.2004 - 01.2006
CCA
Heartland Health Region
02.2002 - 09.2018
Homecare Aide
Heartland health region
02.2002 - 02.2004
Special Care Aide\Continuing Care Assistant
Cypress Hills Regional College
High School Diploma -
Kyle Composite School
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