Katrine Friginal
Ottawa,Canada
Summary
Experienced with nursing background internationally knowledgeable about safe patient ambulation, personal grooming assistance, and housekeeping. Remains current on relevant medical conditions and working with qualified healthcare staff to maximize care. Devoted to patient physical comfort and emotional support.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Support Worker (PSW)
Garden Terrace Long-Term Care
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Provide daily personal care, mobility assistance, and emotional support to residents with complex needs.
- Support residents with dementia using validation and redirection techniques.
- Collaborate with RPNs and RNs to maintain individualized care plans.
- Monitor and report changes in residents’ health and behavior promptly.
Personal Support Worker (PSW)
Courtyards Retirement Residence
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living, ensuring dignity and independence.
- Promoted a safe and engaging environment through companionship and activity support.
- Maintained accurate care records and communicated effectively with healthcare staff and families.
Registered Nurse (International Experience)
Dr. Bakhsh Hospital
05.2015 - 03.2024
- Delivered nursing care in medical-surgical and community health settings.
- Trained and supervised junior staff and healthcare assistants.
- Applied strong clinical judgment in high-pressure situations.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Education
GED -
ALGONQUIN COLLEGE
OTTAWA, ONTARIO01-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Mary’s University
Philippines01.2010
Skills
- Resident care & ADLs (feeding, bathing, grooming, mobility support)
- Dementia & Alzheimer’s care
- Vital signs monitoring & documentation
- Geriatric care
- Infection prevention & control (IPAC)
- Medication assistance (as per scope)
- Palliative & end-of-life care
- Team collaboration & communication
- Client relationship management
- Compassionate care
Accomplishments
- CNO(College of Nurses in Ontario)- Active
- PSW (Personal Support Worker)
- CPR-Level C /BLS training
- GPA certificate
- Food handler certificate
- WHMIS certificate
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- With complete Immunization vaccine
- TB test done
- Covid vaccine-completed
- -Vulnerable Police checked
Timeline
Personal Support Worker (PSW)
Garden Terrace Long-Term Care
08.2024 - 12.2024
Personal Support Worker (PSW)
Courtyards Retirement Residence
07.2024 - 10.2024
Registered Nurse (International Experience)
Dr. Bakhsh Hospital
05.2015 - 03.2024
GED -
ALGONQUIN COLLEGE
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Mary’s University
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