Jason Barill
Nanaimo
Summary
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.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Healthcare Assistant
Island health authority
Nanaimo
04.2019 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Supported medical staff during patient examinations and treatments.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients during care processes.
- Adhered to safety protocols and infection control guidelines consistently.
- Maintained a clean work environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Helped feed residents who are unable to feed themselves due to disability or illness.
- Assisted in transferring patients from wheelchair or bed using appropriate techniques.
- Provided assistance to patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing and dressing.
- Assisted nursing staff in providing basic patient care, such as taking vital signs and administering medications.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient requests in a timely manner.
- Observed patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and reported any changes to supervisor or nurse on duty.
- Prepared beds and equipment for use by healthcare professionals.
- Checked vital signs regularly including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure.
Education
Health Care Assistant Diploma - Healthcare
Discovery Community College
Nanaimo, BC04-2019
Skills
- Vital sign monitoring
- Electronic health records
- Patient care assistance
- Infection control protocols
- Emotional support provision
- Team collaboration
- Patient examination support
- Health information documentation
- Safety procedure adherence
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Healthcare Assistant
Island health authority
04.2019 - Current
Health Care Assistant Diploma - Healthcare
Discovery Community College