Helene Smidesang
Coldstream,BC
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Health Worker
Interior Health
02.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
Sanitation Worker
VegPro International Inc.
12.2021 - 02.2023
- Washed down facility walls, floors, and doors regularly with cleaning solutions and sprayers.
- Worked with team members from multiple departments to maintain strict cleanliness standards.
- Handled spills in work and common areas and used proper methods to clean and sanitize each material.
- Disassembled production lines to be able to clean equipment
- Upheld strict cleanliness standards by closely adhering to company policies, municipal codes, and industry regulations regarding sanitation practices.
Community Health Worker
Interior Health
05.2021 - 11.2021
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
Health Care Aide
Interior Health
05.2019 - 11.2021
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient conditions, adjusting care strategies accordingly for optimal results.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
Education
BC Confined Space And Entry
SafetyBC
Vernon, Canada09.2024
BC Fall Protection
SafetyBC
Vernon, Canada09.2024
Traffic Control Person
ALJ Safety Consulting & Training
Vernon, Canada05.2022
Health Care Aide
Okanagan College
Vernon, Canada04.2019
Skills
- Strong Communication Skills
- Safety Standards and Protocols
- First aid and safety
- Flexibility
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Reliable and Dependable
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time Management
Timeline
Community Health Worker
Interior Health
02.2023 - Current
Sanitation Worker
VegPro International Inc.
12.2021 - 02.2023
Community Health Worker
Interior Health
05.2021 - 11.2021
Health Care Aide
Interior Health
05.2019 - 11.2021
BC Confined Space And Entry
SafetyBC
BC Fall Protection
SafetyBC
Traffic Control Person
ALJ Safety Consulting & Training
Health Care Aide
Okanagan College
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