Kaitlyn Harding
Windsor,ON
Summary
Diligent Caregiver focused on providing optimal support to clients through personalized assistance and care required to manage diverse medical conditions. Proficient in organizing medication regimens, doctor appointments and personal activities. Caring, organized and friendly with excellent interpersonal skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
PSW
Home Instead
05.2022 - Current
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Monitored client's vital signs, medications regimens, and behavioral changes to keep their care well-informed.
- Assisted clients in maintaining their physical fitness through encouragement, exercise guidance, and support during ambulation/transfer activities.
- Managed challenging behaviors displayed by Neuro-degenerative disorders such as Alzheimer's Dementia and Parkinson's Disease using appropriate interventions and communication techniques.
- Documented patient progress accurately and thoroughly, ensuring continuity of care between shifts and when transitioning from the community to primary care setting.
- Built trust-based relationships with clients through consistent reliability and punctuality.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Restaurant Hostess
John Max Sports & Wings
07.2020 - Current
- Collaborate with servers to ensure smooth transitions between tables, minimizing wait times for guests and contributing to a positive team atmosphere.
- Maintain a seating chart and an organized waitlist for busy times, ensuring efficient seating of guests.
- Handle high-pressure situations gracefully and can manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Trained new hostess staff members on company policies, procedures, and best practices ensuring consistency across all shifts.
- Collected credit card, cash and gift certificate payments and dispensed change for cash transactions.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and inviting restaurant environment by clearing tables and setting up for the next guests.
- Promoted repeat business through engaging conversations with guests, remembering preferences, and personalizing their experiences.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Windsor
Windsor, ON04.2025
High School Diploma -
St. Joseph Catholic High School
Windsor, ON06.2021
Skills
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Vitals Monitoring and Documentation
- Injury Prevention
- Time Management
- Nutrition Support
- Respectful and Compassionate
- Clear Communication
- Dementia Care
- Behavior redirection
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Chronic Disease Management
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Timeline
PSW
Home Instead
05.2022 - Current
Restaurant Hostess
John Max Sports & Wings
07.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Windsor
High School Diploma -
St. Joseph Catholic High School
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