LEAH JERONO KIPTOO
Courtenay,BC
Summary
Hardworking health care aide with a passion for assisting people in need demonstrates dedication to high-quality job performance when assisting individuals by displaying patience and empathy .
Looking for an opportunity to use my skills and gain experience by helping people in challenging situations.
Goal oriented, motivated professional support worker with effective communication skills growth mindset, positive attitude, creative and knowledgeable.
Developed solid foundation in providing empathetic and effective care in healthcare environment. Skilled in patient interaction and support, with ability to remain calm and efficient in high-pressure situations.
Seeking to transition into new field, leveraging strong communication and organizational skills.
Dependable and compassionate with strong commitment to providing quality care and support.
Well-versed in basic medical terminology and adept in assisting with daily living activities. Dedicated to enhancing patient comfort and well-being through attentive and respectful care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health Care Aide
Comox Valley Seniors Village
02.2025 - Current
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient independence and overall wellbeing.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Utilized problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected situations or emergencies within the healthcare setting.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
Personal Support Worker
L'Chaim Retirement Home
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Reduced patient anxiety through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
- Provided hygiene to patients by assisting with skincare, bathing, and toileting.
MINISTRY OF HEALTH - KENYA
07.2021 - 04.2022
- Providing counseling, information and links to other support services
- Referring clients for medical care
- Advocating on behalf of the clients
- Keeping detailed records of all clients
Education
DEP - personal support worker
Peak College
social worker and community development
Eldoret College Kenya
Skills
- Quick problem solver
- Safe care to all clients
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Leadership
- Effective Communication
Certification
- CPR - Red cross Canada
- WHMIS
- Food Handling
- Diploma personal support worker
- Social work and community development
LANGUAGES
English
Kiswahili
Timeline
Health Care Aide
Comox Valley Seniors Village
02.2025 - Current
Personal Support Worker
L'Chaim Retirement Home
11.2023 - 02.2024
MINISTRY OF HEALTH - KENYA
07.2021 - 04.2022
social worker and community development
Eldoret College Kenya
DEP - personal support worker
Peak College
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