TENNEH KABBA
17009 60 St. NW, Edmonton,AB
Summary
Insightful healthcare professional actively seeking a Direct Support Professional opportunity to leverage 3 years of experience in related roles. Highly skilled in-home healthcare with a strong foundation of implementing health and wellness habits to improve quality of life. Energetic caregiver Active listening Child psychology knowledge Effective leader Adept at working with special needs children Efficient multi-tasker Exceptional interpersonal communication First Aid and CPR Certified Infant and child CPR certification Loves children Dietary requirements Self-motivated Activity planning Friendly and likeable Healthy environments Self-sufficient Safety awareness First aid certificate Emotional development Licensed Childcare Provider Cleaning requirements Dependable Infection Control Policies At-home daycare specialist.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Worker
Mcleod Community Early Learning
06.2021 - Current
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Promoted good behavior with positive reinforcement methods.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Kept notes of behavior issues, food served and medications administered to children.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Distributed food, napkins and beverages in preparation for snack time.
- Assisted children with putting on coats and cold-weather gear before going outside.
- Set and enforced rules to maintain children's safety and created welcoming, caring environments for all children.
- Consulted with families to discuss activities and behaviors of each child.
- Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
- Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling and collaboration with parents.
- Observed children to proactively identify issues with emotional or physical development and worked with parents and supervisors to address concerns.
- Worked with children individually and in groups to teach social, communicative and problem-solving skills.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
Care Worker
Ben Calf Robe Society
01.2019 - 05.2021
- Documented residents' behavior in terms of mental status, sleeping and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Performed household tasks such as laundry, dusting, washing dishes and vacuuming.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities and/or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Recorded vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate, as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Delivered compassionate care to improve and enhance patient lives.
- Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- 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.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
Health Care Aide
St. Michael's Health Group
11.2019 - 02.2021
- Assisted disabled clients in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Completed all home cleaning tasks, including dusting, washing dishes, laundry and vacuuming.
- Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Assisted patients with therapy exercises as specified by care team
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies
Childcare Provider
Baldwin Day Care Ctr
02.2013 - 12.2018
- Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
- Monitored entrances and exits to maintain safety and organized environments.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling and collaboration with parents.
- Worked with children individually and in groups to teach social, communicative and problem-solving skills.
- Kept notes of behavior issues, food served and medications administered to children.
- Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
- Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments and issues.
- Managed safety and security of all children under care.
- Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
- Kept all areas neat, clean and properly sanitized.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Led children in creative, athletic and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
Home Health Aide
Castlewood Care Homes
02.2018 - 05.2018
- Delivered in-home care to disabled children and adults
- Developed rapport with patients to create safe and trusting environment for care
- Monitored progress and documented any status changes accordingly
- Ensured safety and well-being of each patient in alignment with care plan
- Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to document accurately report patient progress
- Transported individuals to medical appointments and other errands
- Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care
- Administered medication as directed by physician
- Assisted disabled clients in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment
- Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals
Home Care Aide
CapitalCare Dickinsfield
07.2008 - 04.2012
- Assisted disabled clients in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being
- Transported individuals to medical appointments and other errands
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment
- Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance when needed
- Engaged patients with games, crafts, cooking, music, reading and other activities
- Provided all daily living tasks to enhance quality of life for elderly patients
- Assisted patients with daily functions
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff
- Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep and eating patterns in medical record books
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions
Childcare Provider
Smart Choice Day Care
10.2004 - 06.2007
- Transported children to and from school, activities and appointments
- Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development
- Kept all areas neat, clean and properly sanitized
- Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling and collaboration with parents
- Monitored and enforced adequate supply and material inventory
- Incorporated music and play into developmentally appropriate activities
- Maintained safe play environment by emphasizing and maintaining cleanliness and organization
- Meticulously sanitized toys and play equipment
- Dressed infants and toddlers and changed their diapers
- Encouraged good behaviors using positive reinforcement method
- Communicated with children in developmentally appropriate way
- Offered well-balanced and nutritious menu options
- Promoted good health by preparing meals with organic and natural ingredients
- Organized and engaged in recreational activities such as games and puzzles
- Encouraged children to be understanding of and patient with others
- Allowed for ample outdoor recreation time
Education
GED - PHARMACOLOGY AND MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION
CLI College
Edmonton, AB2017
DIPLOMA - HOMES STUDY FOR CHILD CARE PROVIDERS
CLI College
Edmonton, AB2014
High School Diploma - undefined
MacEwan University
Edmonton, AB2004
Skills
- Patient-focused care
- Administering Medication
- Patient Care
- Patient Bathing
- First Aid and Safety
- Compassionate
- Efficient and reliable team player
- Compassionate caregiver
- Adaptable
Certification
- HCA - Home Care Aide
- HCA Professional Development
- Mental Health and Addictions
- Palliative and End-of-Life Care
- Dementia Care
Additional Information
Timeline
Childcare Worker
Mcleod Community Early Learning
06.2021 - Current
Health Care Aide
St. Michael's Health Group
11.2019 - 02.2021
Care Worker
Ben Calf Robe Society
01.2019 - 05.2021
Home Health Aide
Castlewood Care Homes
02.2018 - 05.2018
Childcare Provider
Baldwin Day Care Ctr
02.2013 - 12.2018
Home Care Aide
CapitalCare Dickinsfield
07.2008 - 04.2012
Childcare Provider
Smart Choice Day Care
10.2004 - 06.2007
High School Diploma - undefined
MacEwan University
- HCA - Home Care Aide
- HCA Professional Development
- Mental Health and Addictions
- Palliative and End-of-Life Care
- Dementia Care
GED - PHARMACOLOGY AND MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION
CLI College
DIPLOMA - HOMES STUDY FOR CHILD CARE PROVIDERS
CLI College
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