Hannah Dunning
Milton,ON
Summary
Dedicated professional with proven expertise in compassionate care and meal preparation, honed at St Joseph's Health Center. Excelled in providing emotional support and managing behavioral challenges, significantly enhancing patient well-being. Certified in CPR/AED, adept at fostering trust and achieving health objectives through effective communication and meticulous adherence to COVID-19 safety policies. Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients.
Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
PSW
Private Caregiver
Milton, Ontario, ON
12.2022 - Current
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
PSW
St Joseph's Health Center
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Maintained a safe environment for patients by following proper infection control procedures during personal care tasks.
- Documented patient progress accurately and thoroughly in accordance with regulatory requirements, ensuring continuity of care between shifts or when transitioning between providers.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being through active listening and empathetic communication while respecting privacy and confidentiality.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Reduced risk of falls by consistently conducting safety checks in the home environment and implementing preventive measures.
- Enhanced patient comfort by assisting with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Managed challenging behaviors displayed by dementia or Alzheimer''s patients using appropriate interventions and communication techniques.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Provided respite care for family members, allowing them necessary breaks from caregiving responsibilities while ensuring continuous support for their loved ones.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
Kitchen Staff Member
Braeside Camp
06.2019 - 09.2022
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict hygiene standards for optimal food safety.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Contributed to positive workplace culture through strong teamwork, open communication, and a commitment to excellence.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Sanitized dining ware and kitchen equipment according to health code standards.
- Kept supplies in sufficient stock by assessing inventory levels and reporting lower stock items.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables by hand and machine and assembled and mixed salad ingredients.
- Provided excellent customer service by promptly addressing any concerns or questions regarding menu items or dietary restrictions.
- Ensured prompt order fulfillment by effectively prioritizing tasks during high-volume periods.
- Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
- Plated and presented food following chef requirements.
- Assisted in setting up and breaking down kitchen stations.
- Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
- Monitored food temperature, discarding items not stored correctly.
Nursery Staff Member
Braeside Camp
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Enhanced child development by implementing age-appropriate activities and educational games.
- Fostered a sense of community within the classroom by encouraging teamwork, cooperation, and mutual respect among children.
- Increased fine motor skill development through various art projects, sensory play activities, and manipulative toys.
- Assisted in coordinating parent-teacher conferences where specific goals were discussed concerning their child''s developmental milestones.
- Supported children''s emotional well-being by consistently providing positive reinforcement, encouragement, and empathetic listening.
- Facilitated outdoor playtime sessions that promoted physical activity essential for young learners'' growth and development.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication regarding their child''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Adapted teaching methods or materials to meet each child''s unique needs while maintaining an inclusive environment.
- Promoted a safe and nurturing environment by adhering to strict safety guidelines and maintaining a clean and organized classroom.
- Communicated with coworkers and management to report challenges.
Education
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener, ON04.2025
High School Diploma -
Craig Kielburger Secondary School
Milton, ON06.2022
Skills
- Meal Preparation
- Emotional Support
- COVID-19 Safety Policies
- Behavioral Management
- Compassionate Care
- Dementia Care
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Palliative Care
- Time Management
- ADL Assistance
- Clear Communication
- HIPAA Compliance
- Respectful and Compassionate
- Certified in CPR/AED
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Certification
- CRP/AED certification, heart and stroke, July 2024
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - Red Cross, June 2023
- PSW certification, January, 2022
Timeline
PSW
St Joseph's Health Center
05.2024 - 09.2024
PSW
Private Caregiver
12.2022 - Current
Nursery Staff Member
Braeside Camp
06.2022 - 09.2022
Kitchen Staff Member
Braeside Camp
06.2019 - 09.2022
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
High School Diploma -
Craig Kielburger Secondary School
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