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Kristen Thomas

Moncton,NB

Summary

I am a passionate & dedicated Client Care Assistant with years of experience in the field of nursing. I have lots of experience in dementia care, medication administration, long term care & nursing. I have been a hard worker since the age of 14. I knew at a young age that the healthcare field was meant for me, which guided my decision to get into nursing. I fell in love with nursing when I took the Co-Op program in grade 12 (Highschool) and did volunteer work for 3 months on the med-surg unit at the Montcon Hospital (2016). Immediately I knew that there was no other profession for me, and I have been working as PCA/CCA ever since. I am motivated, dedicated, skilled, with years of knowledge & experience in healthcare and would love to continue this journey.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Client Care Assistant (CCA)

Shannex
09.2021 - Current
  • Assisted patients with mobility, transferring them safely between beds, chairs, and wheelchairs as needed.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
  • Managed time effectively while balancing multiple tasks simultaneously, ensuring all aspects of patient care were addressed promptly.
  • Assisted with meal preparation and feeding, ensuring adherence to dietary restrictions and nutritional guidelines for optimal health.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families throughout the caregiving process, building trust and rapport.
  • Promoted a safe environment for patients through regular monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to medical staff.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.

Personal Care Assistant (PCA)

Mountain Hope Manor
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.

RA (Resident Attendant)

The Briarlea
11.2019 - 12.2021
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
  • Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
  • Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
  • Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Managed challenging behaviors among residents effectively, employing de-escalation techniques when necessary.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.

Education

Practical Nurse - Nursing

New Brunswick Community College
Moncton, NB

Resident Attendant Certificate - Nursing

New Brunswick Community College
Moncton, NB
08-2021

Skills

  • Dementia care
  • End-of-life care
  • Personal care assistance
  • Medication administration
  • Compassionate care
  • Mobility assistance
  • Feeding assistance
  • ADL assistance
  • Multitasking and organization

Languages

English
French

Timeline

Personal Care Assistant (PCA)

Mountain Hope Manor
08.2023 - 12.2023

Client Care Assistant (CCA)

Shannex
09.2021 - Current

RA (Resident Attendant)

The Briarlea
11.2019 - 12.2021

Practical Nurse - Nursing

New Brunswick Community College

Resident Attendant Certificate - Nursing

New Brunswick Community College

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