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Kristen Leger

Bracebridge,ON

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Residential Counselor Primary

Community Living
Bracebridge, ON
07.2023 - Current

• Documented patient progress accurately and thoroughly in accordance with regulatory requirements, ensuring continuity of care between shifts or when transitioning between providers.

• Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure seamless delivery of services for optimal patient outcomes.

• Maintained safe and supportive residential environments for at-risk individuals, contributing to their overall wellbeing.

• Developed and maintained relationships with community resources to provide additional support services.

•Developed strong rapport with residents through empathetic listening and compassionate communication strategies.

PSW

VON Day Program
Bracebridge, ON
04.2022 - 07.2023
  • Documented patient progress accurately and thoroughly in accordance with regulatory requirements, ensuring continuity of care between shifts or when transitioning between providers.
  • Supported patients emotional well-being through active listening and empathetic communication while respecting privacy and confidentiality.
  • Managed challenging behaviours displayed by Dementia or Alzheimer's patients using appropriate interventions and communication techniques.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Maintained clients dignity by providing discreet assistance with personal hygiene tasks, such as toileting and incontinence care.

Registered Practical Nurse

Switch Health
Mississauga, ON
02.2021 - 03.2022
  • Provided health teaching to clients through effective communication in a telemedicine setting
  • Problem solved quickly and strategically along side team lead
  • Worked independently and self directed
  • Maintained client documentation and records.

Registered Practical Nurse

Nurse Next Door Home Care Services
Oakville, ON
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Follow client care plans and complete accurate records
  • Provide excellent client experiences for happier aging in the home and community
  • Assist clients with ADLs, companionship, medication administration, vitals, head to toe assessments and wound care
  • Communicate effectively with staff, clients and families to ensure safe and optimal care.

Nursing Student

West Oak Village
Oakville, ON
09.2019 - 12.2019
  • Completed over 485 hours as a Nursing student in a clinical setting
  • Responsible for 15 clients who I planned care for and achieved care plan goals
  • Provided emotional and behavioural support for those with Dementia and Alzheimer's
  • Documented and maintained accurate client records.

Residential Counsellor

Grace House
Oakville, ON
04.2015 - 10.2019
  • Oversee the operations of residences while on shift
  • Interact with residents consistent with individual treatment needs and plans
  • Provides symptom management and monitoring as related to physical health status
  • Provides supports associated with medications and treatment plan compliance/adherence
  • Maintain accurate case record logs and reports

Education

Diploma In Practical Nursing -

Centennial College
Scarborough, ON
12.2019

Diploma In Social Service Work -

Sheridan College
Oakville, ON
04.2015

Timeline

Residential Counselor Primary

Community Living
07.2023 - Current

PSW

VON Day Program
04.2022 - 07.2023

Registered Practical Nurse

Switch Health
02.2021 - 03.2022

Registered Practical Nurse

Nurse Next Door Home Care Services
01.2020 - 01.2021

Nursing Student

West Oak Village
09.2019 - 12.2019

Residential Counsellor

Grace House
04.2015 - 10.2019

Diploma In Practical Nursing -

Centennial College

Diploma In Social Service Work -

Sheridan College
Kristen Leger