Dana McTaggart
Nanaimo,BC
Summary
I am looking for a position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. As a Health Care Assistant, can provide quality care to patients in variety of medical settings, deliver excellent communication, work as a team and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Am able to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment while adhering to the Vision, Purpose, and Values of Island health.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Care Assistant
Emergency Department, Victoria General Hospital
10.2022 - Current
- Report to Charge Nurse and Registered Nurse on unit
- Provide care to patient, assist with minor nursing procedures at direction of RN
- Assist in collection of blood and blood products from lab in emergency situations
- Transport patients to designated areas, general maintenance of department such as restocking work areas, cleaning equipment and areas not attended by housekeeping.
- Delivered high standard of holistic care to patients to promote equality and dignity.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations, providing prompt assistance while following established protocols.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions, staying current with best practices in health care assistance.
Health Care Assistant
Priory Hospital
11.2019 - 10.2022
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
- Delivered high standard of holistic care to patients to promote equality and dignity.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s specific needs.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Health Care Assistant
Evergreen Care Home
01.2017 - 01.2019
Health Care Assistant
Luther Court Society
09.2014 - 07.2016
Education
CPR And Frist Aid Level C
Canadian Red Cross
09.2022
Health Care Assistant Certificate -
Camosun Collage
Victoria, B.C.2013
High School Diploma -
West Vancouver Secondary School
West Vancouver, BC06.2010
Learning Hub Transcript Available Upon Request
Island Health
Skills
- Time Management
- Multitasking
- Communication
- Problem-solving
- Working team environment
- First Aid Certification
- CPR Certification
- Electronic Charting
- Patient Care
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
Roles And Responsibilities
Report to Charge Nurse and Registered Nurse on unit.
Provide care to patient, assist with minor nursing procedures at the direction of RN.
Assist in collection of blood and blood products from the lab in emergency situations.
Transport patients to designated areas, general maintenance of department such as restocking work areas, cleaning equipment and areas not attended by housekeeping.
References
References Available Upon Request
Timeline
Health Care Assistant
Emergency Department, Victoria General Hospital
10.2022 - Current
Health Care Assistant
Priory Hospital
11.2019 - 10.2022
Health Care Assistant
Evergreen Care Home
01.2017 - 01.2019
Health Care Assistant
Luther Court Society
09.2014 - 07.2016
CPR And Frist Aid Level C
Canadian Red Cross
Health Care Assistant Certificate -
Camosun Collage
High School Diploma -
West Vancouver Secondary School
Learning Hub Transcript Available Upon Request
Island Health
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