Georgia Chipps
Neerlandia
Summary
I am In my third year of nursing at North Western Polytechnic in Grande Prairie. For clinical experience, I have completed rotations in Medicine, Surgery, Mental Health, Maternity and will have completed a community placement by April. I have worked as a dedicated Healthcare Aid with a proven track record of providing compassionate care and support at Barrhead Home Care and Westlock Continuing Care Centre, leveraging skills in patient assessments and electronic charting, I excel in delivering patient-focused care. My adaptability and empathetic nature have significantly enhanced patient comfort and trust. I have compassion for helping others and am excited to continue with my nursing journey.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Healthcare Aid
Barrhead Home Care
04.2024 - Current
- Provided compassionate care to patients in a home setting
- Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills while interacting with clients and their families
- Travel to homes to assist in Activities of Daily Living, medication assist, stockings, glucose checks, bathing
- In a lodge setting assisting people with care
- Ensured safety of patients through appropriate positioning, turning, lifting techniques
- Observed changes in patient status and response and immediately communicated concerns to nursing staff
- Answered call lights to provide emergency treatment and assistance to patients
- Monitored pain and provided comfort measures, reporting abnormalities to nursing staff
- Lifted and repositioned non-ambulatory patients to prevent accidents and falls
- Maintained accurate records of patient's medical condition and care provided
- Stocked patient rooms and supply areas to meet patient care needs
- Utilized PPE appropriately and followed patient safety and infection control guidelines
- Assessed patient needs and reported changes in condition to supervisor or registered nurse
- Developed trusting relationships and provided emotional support to patients and families
- Dedicated
- Adaptable
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Leadership experience
- Direct patient care
- Safety precautions
- Bedside manner
- Geriatric care
- Dressing assistance
Health Care Aide
Westlock Continuing Care Centre
04.2023 - Current
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines
- Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment
- Took and recorded patients' vital signs, documenting in medical charts
- Maintained and organized patient rooms and communal spaces to minimize environmental and safety hazards
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to healthcare professionals
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients
- Completed necessary reports and documentation on time and to specifications
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation
- 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
- Delivered compassionate care and clear communication in handling issues of death and dying
- Reduced patient anxiety through effective communication and active listening skills
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care
Farm Hand
Dolen Land And Cattle
06.2020 - Current
- Enhanced crop yield by implementing effective planting and harvesting techniques
- Administered pest or weed control initiatives which included location and identification of targets, chemical selection, and application methods
- Made minor adjustments and repairs to agricultural equipment
- Mowed lawns, weed-whacked, gardening, elimination of noxious weeds
- Monitored and adjusted irrigation systems, distributing water according to crop needs
- Operated tractors, tractor-drawn machinery and self-propelled machinery to plow, harrow and fertilize soil
- Identified plants, pests and weeds to determine selection and application of pesticides and fertilizers
- Deadheaded annuals and flowering perennials to encourage further flowering and growth
- Removed roots, rocks and debris from field in preparation for planting
- Planted and watered seeds using hand watering and irrigation systems
Agriculture Laborer
03.2019 - Current
- Cared for livestock by regularly feeding and watering animals
- Maintained and repaired farming equipment to provide consistent usability, prime operational condition and alleviate downtime
- Cleaned and maintained animal pens by raking up manure and putting down fresh straw and hay
- Refilled feed and water for livestock, adhering to feeding schedules
- Vaccinated and treated cows and other livestock
- Pulled and checked cows when calving
- Cared for sick animals
Volunteer
Teddy Bear Hospital
12.2023 - 12.2023
- Grew ability to work independently while completing assigned tasks without direct supervision
- Observed rules and safety regulations of organization while carrying out assigned tasks
- Developed strong communication skills while providing customer service to visitors at volunteer center
- Utilized problem-solving and organizational skills to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Organized and assisted with events, activities and programs to drive outreach initiatives
- Participated in community clean-up and enrichment projects
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
North Western Polytechnic
Grande Prairie, AB04.2026
Highschool -
Savanna School
06.2022
Skills
- End of life care
- Safety Precautions
- Patient-focused care
- Patient Assessments
- Compassionate caregiver
- Valid driver's license
- First Aid CPR AED
- Adaptable
- Companionship and emotional support
- Basic Life Support
- Trustworthy companion
- Patient Care
- Patient relationship building
- Reliable team player
- Supporting personal needs
- Electronic Charting
- HIPAA Compliance
- Compassionate
- Empathetic
- Passionate about healthcare
- Caring
- Dedicated
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Leadership experience
- Direct patient care
- Bedside manner
- Geriatric care
- Dressing assistance
- Patient care
- Safety precautions
Certification
Non Violent Crisis Intervention 3rd Edition Training
Contact - Valid
True
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Limited Working
Certificates
First Aid
Mask fit testing complete
Basic Life support
Non Violent Crisis Intervention
Timeline
Healthcare Aid
Barrhead Home Care
04.2024 - Current
Volunteer
Teddy Bear Hospital
12.2023 - 12.2023
Health Care Aide
Westlock Continuing Care Centre
04.2023 - Current
Farm Hand
Dolen Land And Cattle
06.2020 - Current
Agriculture Laborer
03.2019 - Current
Highschool -
Savanna School
Non Violent Crisis Intervention 3rd Edition Training
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
North Western Polytechnic
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