Kathrina Quiambao
Kamloops,British Columbia
Summary
Compassionate healthcare support professional with established background in diverse care environments, including direct patient support, administrative duties, and coordination of care services. Skilled in effective communication, patient education, and fostering positive relationships with patients and team members. Demonstrated ability to improve patient satisfaction through personalized support and efficient resolution of concerns.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health Care Aide
Interior Health
Kamloops, British Columbia
07.2022 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Restocked supplies and cleaned equipment between patients.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Helped patients maintain their independence while providing support when needed.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care.
- Greeted, guided and offered assistance to patients and visitors.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations following established protocols.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Observed and documented changes in patient's condition including physical and emotional well-being.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to determine needs and support daily objectives.
- Participated in continuing education activities to stay up-to-date on best practices.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Provided emotional support to those requiring end-of-life care.
- Answered call lights promptly in order to meet patient needs in a timely manner.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Live-In Caregiver
Kristin Saunders
Kamloops, British Columbia
11.2018 - 06.2022
- Helped clients perform grooming, bathing and other hygiene tasks.
- Picked up groceries, prescriptions and other items for clients.
- Provided companionship through conversation, outings, reading books or playing games.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Conducted light housekeeping tasks including laundry, bed making and meal preparation.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, heart rate and respiration.
- Attended to basic needs of clients like feeding them when necessary.
- Created a safe environment for the client by removing hazards from their living area.
- Accompanied client on medical appointments and shopping trips.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Supported family members by providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Performed chores and light housekeeping around client's residence.
- Organized recreational activities such as movies, walks outdoors or music listening sessions.
- Cooked and served meals to clients according to dietary needs.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
Med/Surgical Nurse
Aljazera Hospital
Misurata, Libya
01.2017 - 10.2018
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Monitored vital signs of patients pre-operatively, intra-operatively and post-operatively.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members such as physicians, nurses, technicians, to provide quality care.
- Coordinated with patient and attending physician in facilitating discharge and continuing needs for home care or transfer to extended care facility.
- Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients with compassion and positive attitude.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families before, during and after surgeries.
- Accessed patient medical history, current medications and pre-procedure instructions to confirm adherence and respond to questions.
- Analyzed patient chart data and identification to verify accurate information.
- Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations that may arise during a surgical procedure.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Reported any abnormal findings or changes in patient's condition immediately to the attending physician.
- Communicated with patients and recorded vitals after surgical procedures to evaluate current health status.
- Cared for patients in recovery room following surgery until they were stable enough for discharge or transfer.
- Performed wound dressing changes following prescribed orders from the physician.
- Transported patients to holding area to prepare for operating procedures.
- Administered medications as prescribed by the physician.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Assisted with patient surgery preparation by administering proper medication, monitoring patients' conditions and charting abnormalities.
- Documented all relevant information regarding patient's medical history, allergies. prior to surgery.
- Recorded patient outcomes, new post-operative prescriptions and other information in patient charts.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Performed venipuncture to collect blood and submitted to lab for pre-operative testing.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Oncology Nurse
National Cancer Institute
Misurata, Libya
12.2012 - 12.2016
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, changes in condition, treatments administered and progress notes in electronic health records.
- Assisted with pre-operative preparation and post-operative recovery of surgical oncology patients.
- Administered chemotherapy to patients as indicated by chart instructions given by each physician.
- Promoted kind, compassionate environment, utilizing active listening and effective communication skills for cancer patients receiving treatment.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Performed nursing assessments and developed interventions based on the assessment findings.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Administered prescribed medications including chemotherapy agents and monitored side effects.
- Reviewed laboratory results for abnormalities and reported them to physicians for further investigation.
- Monitored vital signs of cancer patients during treatments, adjusting medications accordingly.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Assisted physicians in performing medical procedures such as biopsies, chemotherapy administration, and radiation treatments.
- Educated patients on their diagnosis and treatment plans, providing emotional support when needed.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Managed complex pain management issues utilizing appropriate pharmacological interventions when necessary.
- Emotionally supported patients receiving treatment by carefully listening and offering comfort.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lyceum Northern Luzon
Urdaneta City, Philippines04-2007
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Saint Louis University
Baguio City, Philippines 03-2004
Skills
- Conducting intakes
- Care plan implementation
- Vital sign recording/monitoring
- Patient-focused care
- Collecting specimens
- Infection control procedures
- Documenting behaviors
- Observing responses
- Compassionate caregiver
- Basic life support
- Calm and level-headed under duress
Certification
- Registered Nurse
- Philippine Board of Nursing
- New York Board of Nursing
Languages
Arabic
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Health Care Aide
Interior Health
07.2022 - Current
Live-In Caregiver
Kristin Saunders
11.2018 - 06.2022
Med/Surgical Nurse
Aljazera Hospital
01.2017 - 10.2018
Oncology Nurse
National Cancer Institute
12.2012 - 12.2016
- Registered Nurse
- Philippine Board of Nursing
- New York Board of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lyceum Northern Luzon
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Saint Louis University
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