Keira Howard
Langenburg,SK
Summary
Dedicated Health Care Aide with extensive experience at Saskatchewan Health Authority and in private care settings, excelling in patient-focused care and complex problem-solving. Known for compassionate support and reliable teamwork, I significantly enhance patient wellbeing and independence. Expert in healthcare ethics and safety precautions, consistently achieving optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
2021
2021
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Care Aide
Saskatchewan Health Authority
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient independence and overall wellbeing.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Utilized problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected situations or emergencies within the healthcare setting.
- Provided total hygiene care to Number patients per shift by assisting with skincare, bathing, and toileting.
- Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
- Ensured the safe transfer of patients using proper techniques to prevent injuries and falls.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current with best practices in health care aide services.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during times of stress and uncertainty.
- Supported patient nutrition needs by preparing meals according to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient conditions, adjusting care strategies accordingly for optimal results.
- Promoted a clean and safe environment by adhering to strict infection prevention protocols.
Health Care Aide
Self Employed Seeing Private Clients in Their Home
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Providing home health care in the community ; med reminders , personal care , oral care, and meal prep , light house keeping .
- Providing dignity and discretion when preforming tasks
- Applied effective communication skills to interact with patients, and families
- Maintained infection control protocols by following proper hand hygiene and sanitation procedures.
- Companionship and kindness throughout each visit .
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient independence and overall wellbeing.
- Utilized problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected situations or emergencies within the home
- Reduced patient anxiety through effective communication and active listening skills.
Health Care Aide
Arrowsmith Lodge
01.2010 - 03.2018
Education
Health Care Assistant Certificate - Health Care
Discovery Community College
Parksville, BC01.2010
Grade 12 High School Diploma -
Ballenas Secondary School
Parksville, BC06.2006
Skills
- Compassionate
- Reliable team player
- Patient care
- Patient relationship building
- Supporting personal needs
- Safety precautions
- Companionship and emotional support
- Patient-focused care
- Feeding assistance
- Healthcare ethics
- Mobility assistance
- Light housekeeping
- Documenting behaviors
- End-of-life care
- Complex Problem-solving
- Care plan implementation
Languages
English
Timeline
Health Care Aide
Self Employed Seeing Private Clients in Their Home
11.2020 - 01.2021
Health Care Aide
Arrowsmith Lodge
01.2010 - 03.2018
Health Care Aide
Saskatchewan Health Authority
Health Care Assistant Certificate - Health Care
Discovery Community College
Grade 12 High School Diploma -
Ballenas Secondary School
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