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Florret McPherson

Edmonton,Canada

Summary

With a proven track record at Chartwell Retirement Resident for the pass six years, I excel in delivering compassionate care and implementing effective treatment plans for a diverse clientele. My expertise in addiction, mental health first aid, and empathetic interviewing ensures optimal patient outcomes, with skillful knowledge in patient engagement. Skilled in both direct care and administrative tasks, I build strong, trust-based relationships. Helpful professional committed to making patients feel comfortable and secure. Proficient in cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms, documenting observations, and examining for symptoms. Compassionate approach to dealing with those under duress. Compassionate Nursing professional demonstrating exemplary skills in direct patient care and healthcare team support. Communicative and collaborative demeanor cultivated several years of superior healthcare industry performance. Experience handling multiple, complex cases with accuracy and dignity.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chartwell Griesbach Retirement Residence
Edmonton, Canada
09.2023 - Current
  • Assisted the resident in AM care/daily task
  • Medication administration
  • Mechanical lift transfer
  • Catheter care/Colostomy

Capital Care Norwood
Edmonton, Canada
06.2019 - Current
  • Administer care to elderly clients with dementia, Alzheimer, brain injuries and mental illness
  • AM care /Daily task/ Activities and support service
  • Hospice care, Restorative care, long term care

Capital Care Dickinsfield
Edmonton, Canada
08.2021 - 01.2023
  • Assisted the resident in AM care/daily task
  • Medication administration
  • Mechanical lift transfer/ Ceiling lift
  • Catheter care/Colostomy
  • End of life Care

Education

Addictions and Community Service Worker Diploma -

CDI College
Edmonton, AB, Canada
01.2024

Certificate in Health Care Aide -

Reeves College
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
06.2018

School Leaving Certificate - Agricultural Science

Kemps Hill High School
Jamaica, WI
01.1999

School leaving Certificate (General Studies) -

Hayes Primary and Junior High
Clarendon, WI
01.1997

Skills

  • Knowledge of addiction and mental health first aid
  • Practical ability to plan and implement group workshops
  • Excellent knowledge of community resources and ability to make appropriate referrals
  • Empathetic interviewing skills
  • Strong ability to build rapport amongst a diverse group of clienteles
  • Strong organization skills
  • Ability to handle stressful situations in a calm and controlled manner
  • Knowledge of various drugs and effects on the body
  • Strong knowledge base of Abstinence based and Harm Reduction values
  • Demonstrated ability to accurately document case notes and log notes
  • Collecting specimens
  • Vital sign recording
  • Observing responses
  • Conducting intakes
  • Care plan implementation
  • Transporting patients
  • Patient-focused care
  • Infection control procedures
  • Patient management
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's care
  • Supporting personal needs
  • Indirect patient care
  • Safety precautions
  • Inpatient care
  • Urinary catheter care
  • Transfer techniques
  • Calm and level-headed under duress
  • Range of motion exercises
  • Geriatric care
  • Light housekeeping
  • Interdisciplinary communication
  • Dressing assistance
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Patient relationship building
  • Admitting support
  • Electronic charting
  • Colostomy care
  • Patient assessments
  • Patient care
  • Healthcare ethics
  • Assisting with personal grooming
  • Chronic disease management
  • Family support and assistance
  • End-of-life care
  • Feeding assistance expert
  • G-tube care
  • Bedside manner
  • Quality assurance
  • Alzheimer's and dementia care
  • Bathing assistance
  • Compassionate
  • Activity coordination
  • Quick problem solver
  • Intake recording
  • Recording vital signs
  • Documentation expert
  • Blood glucose testing
  • Meal planning
  • Positioning patients
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Medical terminology

Certification

  • Standard First AID CPR/AED level HCP, Reeves College
  • In-service, Person-Centered Care, Reeves College
  • Certified Mental Health First Aid, Prison Fellowship Canada, 11/01/24
  • Behavior Tracking Tool/Prison Ministry, Prison Fellowship Canada
  • CPI Certified Nonviolent Crisis Intervention, CDI College, 02/01/24
  • First AID CPR/AED Level HCP, CDI College, 02/01/24
  • Suicide and Prevention Course Completed, CDI College, 02/01/24
  • GPA course, CDI College, 02/01/22
  • Indigenous Course, CDI College, 12/01/21

Licensing

Alberta Health Care Aid Directory is available upon request

Timeline

Chartwell Griesbach Retirement Residence
09.2023 - Current

Capital Care Dickinsfield
08.2021 - 01.2023

Capital Care Norwood
06.2019 - Current

Addictions and Community Service Worker Diploma -

CDI College

Certificate in Health Care Aide -

Reeves College

School Leaving Certificate - Agricultural Science

Kemps Hill High School

School leaving Certificate (General Studies) -

Hayes Primary and Junior High
Florret McPherson