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Kathryn White

Hamilton,ON

Summary

Empathetic Healthcare Aide with proven history of working closely with patients, families and doctors. Accustomed to addressing physical and mental disabilities and monitoring needs for convalescent patients. Trusted to care for patients at varying stages of life. Dedicated to compassionate, detailed and person-centered care. Specializing in Dementia/Alzheimer's and Palliative Care.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

Private Care
03.2023 - Current
  • Assist Patient with feeding, bathing, grooming, ROM exercises, medication administration
  • Daily vital check and charting
  • Provide stimulating, life enriching activities based on patient's personality and needs
  • Assist with transportation to and from medical appointments
  • Maintain a clean and safe environment by performing light housekeeping duties
  • Meal Prep
  • Assess physical needs of patient as disease progresses and develop an individualized plan of care accordingly.

PSW/UCP

Ressam Gardens
08.2022 - 02.2023
  • Supported patients emotional well-being through active listening and empathetic communication while respecting privacy and confidentiality.
  • Assisted patients with ADL's, such as bathing, grooming, dressing etc
  • Provided life enriching activities specified to help/entertain those living with memory and cognitive impairments
  • Communicated with families regarding changes in patients behavior and health
  • Deescalated violent outbursts using GPA approach
  • Communicated with Pharmacies and Hospitals regarding patients medications or transfers etc
  • Checked and Ordered Medications through pharmacy and doctor
  • Administered medications, including narcotics, injections and Insulin. Checked blood sugar levels of diabetic patients.
  • Charted in-depth noting on PointClickCare on each patient in my care
  • Assisted General Manager with Clinical Director duties during a time period where there was no acting Clinical Director (assessments, scheduling,organizing offices)
  • Trained new employees
  • Created effcient information booklets and charting system for staff
  • Cooked meals for patients during times there was no kitchen staff in building


CCA

Annapolis Royal Nursing Home
09.2020 - 07.2021
  • Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
  • Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
  • Supported needs of 20+ residents under long-term care.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
  • Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss emerging issues within the unit, contributing ideas for quality improvement initiatives.
  • Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.

Personal Support Worker

OI Group
09.2019 - 01.2021
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Assisted with feeding
  • Provided life enriching activities/stimulation
  • Laundered clothing and bedding to maintain cleanliness

Personal Support Worker

Aberdeen Gardens Retirement Residence
06.2016 - 11.2019
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
  • Promoted continuity of care by communicating effectively with other Personal Support Workers during shift changes or handoffs.
  • Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Facilitated mobility assistance for patients requiring help with transfers or ambulation.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.

Education

Diploma - Practical Nursing (LPN)

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton, ON
2026

No Degree - Palliative Care

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton, ON
2017

No Degree - Personal Support Worker

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton, ON
10.2016

No Degree - Psychology

Sheridan College
Brampton, ON
2013

Skills

  • CPR/First Aid/AED level HCP
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
  • Infection control and wound care Knowledge
  • Infant CPR and AED
  • GPA certified
  • Experience with charting systems such as pointclickcare

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Elementary

Timeline

Caregiver

Private Care
03.2023 - Current

PSW/UCP

Ressam Gardens
08.2022 - 02.2023

CCA

Annapolis Royal Nursing Home
09.2020 - 07.2021

Personal Support Worker

OI Group
09.2019 - 01.2021

Personal Support Worker

Aberdeen Gardens Retirement Residence
06.2016 - 11.2019

Diploma - Practical Nursing (LPN)

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology

No Degree - Palliative Care

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology

No Degree - Personal Support Worker

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology

No Degree - Psychology

Sheridan College

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