Crystal St Martin
London,ON
Summary
Diligent Caregiver focused on providing optimal support to clients through personalized assistance and care required to manage diverse medical conditions. Proficient in organizing medications, doctor appointments and personal activities. Caring, organized and friendly with excellent interpersonal skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Support Worker
Cheshire Homes
05.2014 - Current
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Trained and coordinated work of new support workers.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
Dietary Aide
LHSC
06.2012 - 04.2014
- Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.
- Delivered nourishment and supplements to nurse station for distribution to specific residents.
- Discarded outdated food products and maintained waste disposal procedures.
- Made dietary changes as per Doctors orders.
- Prepared tube feeds as per Doctors orders for both Pediatric and Adult ICU
- Preserved inventory of nutrition-related supplies and equipment.
- Monitored food safety and sanitation standards in food service areas.
Education
No Degree - Personal Support Worker
G.A. Wheable Centre For Adult Education
London, ON02.2011
Skills
- Patient Care
- Range of Motion Exercises
- Sterilization Practices
- Medication Reminders
- Time Management
- First Aid Certification
Awards
2011-Academic Achievement Wheable.
received for accomplishing over 90% Average.
2007-Recognition of Excellence OLG Slots.
Assisting another staff with cleaning.
2006-Opal Award Nomination OLG Slots.
Taught myself sign language to communicate with regular patron that was deaf.
2005-Recognition of Excellence OLG Slots.
Assisting a sight impaired parton across the gaming floor.
2004-Job Well Done OLG Slots.
For a "Can do" attitude, positive nature and leadership skills.
Timeline
Personal Support Worker
Cheshire Homes
05.2014 - Current
Dietary Aide
LHSC
06.2012 - 04.2014
No Degree - Personal Support Worker
G.A. Wheable Centre For Adult Education