Kayla Broderick
Charlottetown,PE
Summary
Compassionate RCW/PCW with the desire to take on new challenges. Adept to working effectively unsupervised. Organized, proactive and punctual. Committed to fulfilling a position in patient/client care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Worker
Queen Elizabeth Hospital Unit 3
12.2024 - Current
- Communicated effectively with team members to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, offering a compassionate presence during challenging times.
- Operated medical equipment to assist with patient mobility, enhancing comfort and safety during transfers.
- Applied infection control protocols, using personal protective equipment to maintain a sterile environment.
- Managed clients'' personal hygiene routines including bathing, dressing, grooming tasks alongside maintaining a respectful demeanor.
- Aided clients during transfers between beds, chairs or other positions ensuring proper body mechanics were utilized to prevent injuries.
- Enhanced patient well-being by providing personalized care and support tailored to individual needs.
- Maintained records of patient care, documenting progress and areas requiring further attention from healthcare professionals.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors in patients with dementia or other cognitive impairments.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Vacation Rental Cleaner
Happy Helpers Cleaning
06.2022 - 10.2024
- Stripped all bed, laundered linen and towels used by outgoing guest.
- Followed scheduling changes in a timely manner.
- Cleaned rentals following specific and detailed requests.
- Reported maintenance concerns or repairs for prompt remediation.
- Returned vacant rentals to occupant-ready status by deep cleaning, changing linens, and removing trash.
- Restocked supplies such as paper towels, toilet tissue, soaps.
Resident Care Worker
The Mount Continuing Care Community
07.2017 - 07.2021
- Ensured that medications were administered correctly and on time according to physician orders.
- Kept accurate records of all treatments provided along with any changes in condition observed.
- Attended continuing education courses in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in ongoing care.
- Provided person centred and compassionate care for each resident daily.
- Demonstrated leadership by training new staff on polices, practices and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse, respiration rate, blood pressure and weight.
- Promptly responded to emergency situations including falls or medical emergencies.
- Provided emotional support to families during difficult times while maintaining professional boundaries.
Education
College Diploma - Resident Care Worker
Marguerite Connolly Training
Charlottetown, PE05.2017
Skills
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Infection Control
- Client Relationship Management
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Relations
- Emotional and Social Support
- Treatment Planning
- Time Management
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
- Willingness to Learn
- Compassionate care
Languages
English
Professional Working
Certification
Hand Hygiene
Timeline
Patient Care Worker
Queen Elizabeth Hospital Unit 3
12.2024 - Current
Vacation Rental Cleaner
Happy Helpers Cleaning
06.2022 - 10.2024
Resident Care Worker
The Mount Continuing Care Community
07.2017 - 07.2021
Hand Hygiene
College Diploma - Resident Care Worker
Marguerite Connolly Training
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