Open To Work
Karmjit Kaur
Courtenay,BC
Summary
Compassionate Health Care Assistant with a proven track record at Golden Life Management, skilled in patient care and infection control. Adept at enhancing resident comfort and dignity while effectively communicating with interdisciplinary teams. Recognized for meticulous attention to detail and fostering a supportive environment, ensuring optimal health outcomes for all clients.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Care Assistant
Golden Life Management
Courtenay, BC
03.2023 - Current
- Coordinated daily living activities to enhance resident comfort and uphold dignity.
- Supervised monitoring of vital signs and promptly communicated changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in resident areas to uphold safety standards.
- Oversaw medication administration under supervision, ensuring compliance with established protocols.
Home Care Provider
Gayathri Narayanan, Singapore
Singapore
03.2021 - 09.2022
- Provided personal care assistance to clients, ensuring comfort and safety in daily activities.
- Assisted clients with mobility and transportation needs, fostering independence and confidence.
- Administered medication and monitored health conditions, reporting changes to healthcare professionals as needed.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans tailored to client requirements and preferences.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress and care activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance client outcomes through effective communication and support.
- Evaluated client feedback to continuously improve quality of care services provided in home settings.
- Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Developed engaging educational activities tailored to individual child needs.
- Fostered a safe and nurturing environment for children to explore and learn.
- Maintained daily logs of children's progress and developmental milestones.
- Collaborated with parents to communicate updates and address concerns effectively.
- Implemented health and safety protocols to ensure child well-being.
- Organized age-appropriate playtime activities promoting social skills development.
General Ward Nurse
Shri Krishna Hospital, India
India, Punjab
03.2016 - 10.2017
- Assisted in meal preparation, focusing on nutritional requirements for children.
- Managed daily schedules, balancing educational and recreational activities efficiently.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of the home environment to ensure it met all state regulations for childcare provision.
- Collaborated with other childcare providers to share best practices and stay current on industry trends.
- Administered patient care, monitoring vital signs and responding to medical needs efficiently.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication usage, and discharge instructions.
- Documented patient assessments and progress in electronic health records accurately and timely.
- Assisted in coordinating daily operations within the ward to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Oversaw medication administration processes, ensuring adherence to safety standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, contributing to improved patient outcomes in the ward.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs and promptly reporting any significant changes to appropriate medical staff.
- Advocated for patients'' best interests with all interactions among healthcare team members, fostering a collaborative approach to achieving optimal health outcomes for each individual under my care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to each patient''s unique needs.
- Supported family members and caregivers by providing education on available resources, coping strategies, and techniques for managing stress related to their loved one''s illness or condition.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, maintaining meticulous records of all interventions.
- Increased nurse-patient communication quality with regular rounding, addressing concerns proactively and promoting a sense of trust within the care team relationship.
- Promoted patient engagement in their own care through effective education about medications, lifestyle modifications, and post-discharge follow-up requirements.
- Performed thorough assessments of newly admitted patients, identifying potential complications early on for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment when prioritizing patient care tasks, ensuring that the most critical needs were addressed first during busy shifts.
General Ward Nurse
Puri Nursing Home, India.
India, Punjab
07.2015 - 02.2016
- Administered patient care, monitoring vital signs and responding to medical needs efficiently.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication usage, and discharge instructions.
- Documented patient assessments and progress in electronic health records accurately and timely.
- Assisted in coordinating daily operations within the ward to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Mentored junior nursing staff on best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
- Oversaw medication administration processes, ensuring adherence to safety standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, contributing to improved patient outcomes in the ward.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs and promptly reporting any significant changes to appropriate medical staff.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to each patient''s unique needs.
- Supported family members and caregivers by providing education on available resources, coping strategies, and techniques for managing stress related to their loved one''s illness or condition.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the overall level of care provided within the general ward setting.
- Reduced hospital-acquired infections through strict adherence to infection control protocols, including proper hand hygiene and equipment sterilization.
- Contributed to successful discharge planning efforts by actively participating in case conferences and collaborating closely with social workers and other support services personnel.
- Maintained a safe environment for both patients and staff by adhering to hospital policies and procedures regarding patient care, safety protocols, and equipment usage.
- Increased nurse-patient communication quality with regular rounding, addressing concerns proactively and promoting a sense of trust within the care team relationship.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, treatment options, and self-care techniques to promote optimal health outcomes.
Education
General Nursing And Midwifery - Nursing Education
06.2015
Skills
Time management
Patient care
Patient-focused care
Supporting personal needs
Attention to detail
Empathy and compassionate care
Meal preparation
Feeding assistance
Observing responses
Patient positioning
Calm under stress
Mobility assistance
Bedsore prevention
Care monitoring
Patient observation
Oral hygiene
Documenting behaviors
Emotional and social support
Transporting patients
Support services
Heavy lifting
Infection control
Emotional support
Family communication
Caregiver relations
Languages
English
Full Professional
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteTimeline
Health Care Assistant - Golden Life Management
03.2023 - Current
Home Care Provider - Gayathri Narayanan, Singapore
03.2021 - 09.2022
General Ward Nurse - Shri Krishna Hospital, India
03.2016 - 10.2017
General Ward Nurse - Puri Nursing Home, India.
07.2015 - 02.2016
Lala Lamar Rai Institute of Nursing Moga - General Nursing And Midwifery , Nursing Education