Maria Eliza Silvestre
Calgary,Canada
Summary
Licensed nursing professional skilled in patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring reliable support and adaptability to changing needs. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and empathy in high-pressure environments. Prepared to contribute significantly to enhancing patient outcomes and overall healthcare quality.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Concierge Care Calgary
09.2024 - Current
- Deliver nursing care, including assessment, medication administration, wound care, and monitoring vital signs
- Assist with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and mobility support
- Follow established care plan and contribute to care planning as needed
Residential Support Worker
Supported Lifestyles Ltd.
11.2013 - Current
- Advocate and encourage social inclusion for individuals with special needs through job employment, volunteer, and recreational activities in the community.
- Medication Administration
- Provides support in activities of daily living, which includes personal care, light house chores duties and mobility.
- Advocate for medical and health issues and set up medical appointments and meetings.
Community Support Worker
Chrysalis
09.2010 - 10.2013
- Assist individuals with special needs in their career programs to facilitate social inclusion and encourage independence through life skills and learning.
- Access and set up recreational activities that highlight exceptional skills and talents, which further contribute to personal development.
- Facilitate communication and meetings between agencies and families regarding concerns and progress of clients in care.
- Advocate to seek employment and volunteer work for the vulnerable sector to enhance full capacity and independence.
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Chinook Intercare
11.2008 - 09.2010
- Implement outlined treatment plans for the residents in the long-term care assigned by the Occupational Therapist.
- Assist in performing daily exercises and encourage social and leisure activities for the residents.
- Advocate and observe residents' progress/ performance during exercise treatment.
Education
Advanced Foot Care Training -
Norquest College
11.2023
Practical Nurse Program Graduate -
Bow Valley College
Calgary06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Our Lady of Fatima College
Manila, Philippines03.1999
Skills
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills in regards to endorsements and patient concerns
- Observe and practice critical thinking and apply clinical judgment in providing accurate and holistic patient care
- Demonstrated time management skills in performing highly time-sensitive duties and responsibilities
- Effectively collaborated with other members of the team to provide efficient patient care
- More than 10 years of work experience in the Healthcare industry
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse (Active License CLPNA)
- Advanced Foot Care Certificate
- N95 Mask Fitting certification
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certificate (2023-06-01)
- Red Cross Canada -Standard First Aid and CPR (2022-11-2025)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Concierge Care Calgary
09.2024 - Current
Residential Support Worker
Supported Lifestyles Ltd.
11.2013 - Current
Community Support Worker
Chrysalis
09.2010 - 10.2013
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Chinook Intercare
11.2008 - 09.2010
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Our Lady of Fatima College
Advanced Foot Care Training -
Norquest College
Practical Nurse Program Graduate -
Bow Valley College