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Laurie Dyck

Boston Bar

Summary

Dedicated Health Care Aide with experience in Long-term Care both in Convulsant and Dementia Wards. I have also had the opportunity to work with First Nations Communities as they have welcomed me into their homes and environments.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Health Care Aide

Boston Bar First Nation
12.2023 - Current
  • Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient independence and overall wellbeing.
  • Utilized problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected situations or emergencies within the healthcare setting.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current with best practices in health care aide services.
  • Documented vital signs to inform nurses and physicians of any changes in patient status.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.

Medical Transport Department

Boston Bar First Nation
03.2024 - 01.2025
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.

Health Care Aide

Fraser Health Authority
11.2022 - 03.2023
  • Reduced patient anxiety through effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Supported patient nutrition needs by preparing meals according to dietary restrictions and preferences.
  • Administered medication as prescribed by healthcare professionals, ensuring adherence to schedules and dosages.
  • Consistently received positive feedback from both patients and supervisors regarding quality of care provided.

Health Care Aide

Interior Health Authority
02.2020 - 03.2022
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Ensured the safe transfer of patients using proper techniques to prevent injuries and falls.
  • Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using evidence-based interventions.

Education

Health Care Assistant Certificate -

Sprott Shaw College
Penticton, BC
02-2020

Skills

  • Compassionate
  • Reliable team player
  • Patient relationship building
  • Patient-focused care
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Reliable transportation
  • Quick problem solver
  • Range of motion exercises
  • Task prioritization
  • Companionship and emotional support
  • Transporting patients

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Certification

  • St. John Ambulance Standard First Aid with CPR-C-AED

expires May 28, 2027

  • Trauma Informed Practice Training Level 1 (6 hours) and level 2 (5.5 hours)
  • SAN'YAS Indigenous Cultural Safety Training (10 hours)
  • BCCDC Naloxone Administration
  • Numerous Courses thru Fraser Health Learning Hub to continue practice including Code Silver, Hazardous Drugs, Provincial Hand Hygiene, Violence Provention, and WHIMIS


Timeline

Medical Transport Department

Boston Bar First Nation
03.2024 - 01.2025

Health Care Aide

Boston Bar First Nation
12.2023 - Current

Health Care Aide

Fraser Health Authority
11.2022 - 03.2023

Health Care Aide

Interior Health Authority
02.2020 - 03.2022

Health Care Assistant Certificate -

Sprott Shaw College

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