Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
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Florence Winsor

871 Native Road Harbour Grace ,NL

Summary

Dedicated Home Care Provider with extensive experience at Coombs Compassion Home Care, specializing in compassionate caregiving and patient care. Proven ability to enhance client well-being through effective communication and personalized care plans. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and meal preparation, fostering trust and emotional support for clients and their families.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Home Care Provider

Coombs Compassion Home Care
Carbonear, NL
11.2023 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
  • Developed personalized care plans based on individual needs and preferences.
  • Monitored client health by tracking vital signs and reporting changes to supervisors.
  • Provided companionship to promote mental well-being and reduce feelings of isolation.
  • Coordinated medication schedules, ensuring compliance with prescribed treatments.
  • Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
  • Increased patient satisfaction through effective communication and active listening skills to understand their concerns and preferences.
  • Improved patient well-being with regular monitoring of vital signs, medication administration, and personal care assistance.
  • Provided emotional support during challenging times, helping patients cope with illness or disability-related stressors more effectively.
  • Supported family members in understanding patient needs and provided guidance on how to best assist their loved ones at home.
  • Conducted regular evaluations of patients'' progress and adjusted care plans accordingly to ensure continued effectiveness and alignment with changing needs.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
  • Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
  • Developed and implemented care plans for clients.
  • Delivered high-quality care under pressure in emergency situations, ensuring the safety of both the patient and caregiver team members present at those times.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication channels for better care coordination.
  • Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
  • Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.

Home Care Provider

Compassion Home Care
Harbour Grace, NL
10.2021 - Current

Providing Home care in-house for clients prepping meals, dusting cleaning, laundry mopping, sweeping taking care of our bedridden clients

  • Assisted clients with daily living activities to enhance comfort and independence.
  • Maintained accurate patient records and documented care plans for continuity of services.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to promote mental well-being among clients.
  • Implemented safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for clients and staff.
  • Monitored client health conditions and reported changes to appropriate healthcare providers.
  • Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care tailored to individual needs.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
  • Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
  • Upheld strict standards of privacy and confidentiality in all aspects of caregiving, maintaining the dignity and respect for patients at all times.
  • Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
  • Promoted a safe home environment for patients by identifying potential hazards and implementing necessary adjustments.
  • Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary requirements, contributing to improved overall health for patients.
  • Maintained accurate patient records, documenting daily activities, progress, and any changes in health conditions.
  • Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
  • Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication channels for better care coordination.
  • Delivered high-quality care under pressure in emergency situations, ensuring the safety of both the patient and caregiver team members present at those times.

Cook/ Maintenance

McDonald’s
Carbonear, NL
03.2008 - 03.2018
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations.
  • Followed food safety guidelines to uphold hygiene standards.
  • Monitored cooking times and temperatures for quality assurance.
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Trained new staff on kitchen operations and safety protocols.

Labour

Lanes Retirement Home
Carbonear, NL
03.2008 - 03.2008

Cleaning residence, bedrooms, giving baths meal preparation for the next day, cleaning taking care of the residence in a retirement home.

Labour

Terra Nova Shoes
Harbour Grace NL
09.1987 - 01.2006
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

Education

High School Diploma - High School Diploma

Discovery Center
Harvey Street Harbour Grace NL
12.2009

Skills

Compassionate caregiving

Patient care

Meal preparation

Housekeeping

Emotional support

Patient transportation

First aid and safety

Housekeeping tasks

Progress documentation

Vital signs monitoring

Recording vital signs

Client documentation

Dementia care

Alzheimer's care

Relationship building

Special dietary needs

Toileting assistance

Compassionate client care

Fall prevention

Dressing assistance

Feeding assistance

Light housekeeping

Patient transport

Personal care aide

Bathing support

Languages

English
Full Professional

Certification

I have a certificate of first aid last October 2025

Timeline

Home Care Provider

Coombs Compassion Home Care
11.2023 - Current

Home Care Provider

Compassion Home Care
10.2021 - Current

Cook/ Maintenance

McDonald’s
03.2008 - 03.2018

Labour

Lanes Retirement Home
03.2008 - 03.2008

Labour

Terra Nova Shoes
09.1987 - 01.2006

High School Diploma - High School Diploma

Discovery Center
Florence Winsor