Danielle Anderson Szabo
Calgary,Canada
Summary
Healthcare professional with strong experience in patient care and support. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, maintaining patient comfort, and ensuring adherence to care plans. Known for excellent teamwork, adaptability, and delivering reliable results. Compassionate, patient-focused, and adept at fostering positive environment.
Diligent Nursing Assistant with solid background in providing compassionate patient care. Proven track record of supporting daily living activities and fostering positive relationships with patients. Demonstrated ability to effectively use communication and teamwork skills to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fitness Instructor
FeelGoodWellness
06.2024 - Current
- Role: Very Casual Fitness Manager, interviewed, hired, scheduled, Working with and Teaching Seniors Fitness, educated members on proper form and technique during workouts, reducing the risk of injury
- Promoted a positive workout environment by fostering strong relationships with clients.
- Created an inclusive environment for all participants by modifying exercises to accommodate varying skill levels and physical limitations.
- Designed innovative fitness plans to keep clients engaged.
- Developed goal-oriented training programs that led clients to achieve significant improvements in strength, endurance, flexibility, and overall functional ability.
- Maintained clean and organized fitness facilities, providing a safe and welcoming space for all gym members.
- Remained current with fitness trends and techniques to provide latest and most impactful workouts for clients.
- Provided clients with nutrition and lifestyle advice to support overall health and wellness.
- Utilized social media and other marketing strategies to promote gym programs and services, attracting new clients and increasing revenue.
- Cultivated positive relationships with participants by interacting with group during fitness classes.
- Stayed current with CPR and first aid certification to provide emergency response in case of injury.
- Enhanced class participation by designing fun and engaging group exercise routines that catered to various fitness levels.
- Adapted instruction to accommodate special needs, disabilities and physical limitations.
- Maintained clean and organized workout environment to enhance overall fitness experience.
- Explained and demonstrated safe and appropriate exercises for clients of various fitness and physical abilities.
- Conducted comprehensive fitness assessments to evaluate client''s physical capabilities and established baseline measurements for tracking progress.
- Facilitated recovery and prevented injuries by incorporating flexibility and stretching exercises into
- Developed comprehensive fitness assessment process to tailor workouts more effectively to each client's needs.
- Led team-building exercises for gym staff to foster collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Promoted importance of mental health alongside physical fitness, integrating stress-reduction techniques into workout plans.
- Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent
- Implemented new and creative exercise routines to keep participants motivated.
- Led aerobics, yoga, core strength and classes.
Health Care Aide
All About Care
04.2024 - Current
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient independence and overall wellbeing.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Utilized problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected situations or emergencies within the healthcare setting.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Reduced patient anxiety through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
- Ensured the safe transfer of patients using proper techniques to prevent injuries and falls.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current with best practices in health care aide
- Supported patient nutrition needs by preparing meals according to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted in feeding patients by offering fluids and snacks and recording amounts consumed in logbook
- Adapted quickly to changing patient conditions, adjusting care strategies accordingly for optimal results.
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Promoted a clean and safe environment by adhering to strict infection prevention protocols.
- Documented vital signs to inform nurses and physicians of any changes in patient status.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques, empowering them to take control of their health management.
- Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using evidence-based interventions.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns for optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Administered medication as prescribed by healthcare professionals, ensuring adherence to schedules and dosages.
- Maintained and organized patient rooms and communal spaces to minimize environmental and safety hazards.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Consistently received positive feedback from both patients and supervisors regarding quality of care provided.
- Promoted patient socialization, self-care and development by recognizing and using patient strengths to motivate patient.
- Performed wound care tasks under the supervision of healthcare professionals, facilitating timely healing processes.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Supported patients and family members, actively listening to concerns and offering compassionate care.
- Prepared and delivered meals to patients, assisting with feeding when necessary.
- Completed necessary reports and documentation on time and to specifications.
- Administered medications and injections as directed by healthcare professionals.
- Inspected equipment for defects and completed basic repairs.
Educational Assistant
NE School
07.2023 - 04.2024
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create a positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Supported students with special needs by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education staff.
- Encouraged social-emotional growth among students by modeling appropriate behavior and guiding conversations around self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decisionmaking.
- Enhanced classroom management through the implementation of positive reinforcement techniques and clear expectations for behavior.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instructional strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported classroom teachers by monitoring behavior, taking attendance, and completing other administrative tasks as needed.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Facilitated small group instruction targeted toward specific skill gaps or areas needing improvement based on identified student needs.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive learning environment by addressing instances of bullying or discrimination promptly and effectively.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
Yoga Teacher, Gymnastics Coach Level 1 Childhood Educator
Imagination Tree
09.2021 - 07.2023
- Teaching yoga & Gymnastics to preschool and school aged children
- My priority is to achieve mental and physical stimulation to benefit the health and wellness of all people regardless of age, gender, or disabilities
- I also plan, Organize these activities to help children develop and learn intellectually, physically and emotional needs to enrich lives
- I work with preschoolers and school aged children
- Leadership roles
- I teach in large group settings inside classrooms
- I aid in assisting children with daily programs, such as, art, music, culture, playing together, going outside
- Supporting behaviors, others various activities leading by example, teaching Yoga and Gymnastics lessons, mentoring, delegating instructions, computer skills, typing, programming, Microsoft Word, Microsoft office, knowledgeable in software
- Also currently enrolled in my level 2 for ECE
Personal Trainer Elite
Gymvmet, Co-Ed
09.2014 - 09.2020
- Personal training in small groups of 4 to 6 participants
- With over 8 years experience working in the field as a Personal Trainer
- Familiar with client scheduling, client Programming, Habits, Movement Assessment, knowledge of client gait, is essential when completing health assessments
- Complete measurements, Knowledge in Coaching, Managing, BMI, being in a productive environment; clients goals are top priority whether it be a 45 minute or 60 minute session, providing service to hit those target goals
- I personally administer strength, energy, encouragement, and take on the role of strong and effective leadership skills
- I provide excellent service in a number of measurable goals and outcomes for clients to excel at any fitness level
- Experienced in High Endurance, TRX, Muscle gain or weight loss, Teaching Group Fitness Classes, Yoga Classes, Coaching clientele
- Kettle Bells, Cross Fit, Bone strengthening, Muscle Strength, stretching mobility, agility flexibility mental health to help them with activities of daily life, helping to develop a set skills to engage in fitness routines
- Experience in sales for over 7 years, spending dedicated times in prospecting to gain new clients advertising my skills
- Advocate in computer literacy, Typing skill PC skills, Over 7 years in Sales, Customer Service skills
- Other fitness routines associated with daily routines, to keep fitness equipment in order, and cleaned and sanitized
- I also teach Yoga classes personal 1 on 1 and Groups of 17 to 25 participants
- Significant accomplishments, skilled in the Arts of Yoga Vinyasa Flow, Core, Yin
- I may advocate teaching that day, Diaphragmatic breathing, Dynamic stretching, creating Dynamic flows
- I foster the ability to take charge, work independently on my own
HCA
Carewest, Garrison Green
01.2011 - 06.2014
- My duties and responsibilities as a HCA daily log book records on Personal information, confidentially, with residence wellness report, communication with the team of Nursing staff on residents wellbeing, engaging with the family members on clients direct care
- Providing support to residents who are ill, elderly and disabled
- Worked with Dementia Residents, provided one on one in long term care facility
- Worked with a team of HCA's and Nursing RN's delegating the best possible care for individual client, and the best care possible for each resident
- Assisted with ADL, grooming, dressing, toileting, feeding, exercises, foot care, dressings, wound care, suppository care, Personal Hygiene activities and tasks, medication delivery, blood pressure checks, vital signs, assisting, turning, lifting, chair lifts, to improve the best quality of life
Education
Advanced First Aid Level - First Aid Responder
RedCross Society
Calgary, AB06.2024
Childhood Educator - Education
Alberta Education
Calgary, AB02.2021
Physical Education - Exercise Physiology
Canfitpro, Yogafit Canada
09.2015
Health Care Aide - Nursing
Bow Valley College
Calgary, AB01.2011
Skills
- Compassionate
- Reliable team player
- Patient care
- Patient relationship building
- Supporting personal needs
- Safety precautions
- Companionship and emotional support
- Patient-focused care
- Feeding assistance
- Mobility assistance
- Light housekeeping
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Vital signs monitoring
- Preparing meals
- Patient lifting
- Documenting behaviors
- Recording vital signs
- Dressing assistance
- End-of-life care
- Care plan implementation
- Complex Problem-solving
- Ambulation assistance
- Bedside manner
- Adaptable
- Responding to emergencies
- Reliable transportation
- Activity planning
- Specimen collection
- Observing responses
- Wound care specialist
- Feeding assistance expert
- Medical terminology
- Intake recording
- Family support and assistance
- Quick problem solver
- Monitoring fluids
- Range of motion exercises
- Active listening
- Organizational skills
- Task prioritization
- Team building
- Progress tracking
- Heartsaver first aid CPR AED (first aid CPR AED)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- Health Care Aide. Education Assistant
- Certified Group Fitness Instructor
- First Aid, CPR, AED Instructor's Certificate – Canada Red Cross.
- Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) - Yoga Canada, Alliance
Additional Information
References : Layla Lead Nurse : All About Care. 403-730- 4070. Michelle Owner : Strathmore Fitness & Wellness. 403-983-2722. Duane Piercy Supervisor for Spartan Control : 587-437-3604
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
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saturday
sunday
morning
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evening
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FEATURED
Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Fitness Instructor
FeelGoodWellness
06.2024 - Current
Health Care Aide
All About Care
04.2024 - Current
Educational Assistant
NE School
07.2023 - 04.2024
Yoga Teacher, Gymnastics Coach Level 1 Childhood Educator
Imagination Tree
09.2021 - 07.2023
Personal Trainer Elite
Gymvmet, Co-Ed
09.2014 - 09.2020
HCA
Carewest, Garrison Green
01.2011 - 06.2014
Advanced First Aid Level - First Aid Responder
RedCross Society
Childhood Educator - Education
Alberta Education
Physical Education - Exercise Physiology
Canfitpro, Yogafit Canada
Health Care Aide - Nursing
Bow Valley College
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