Work in collaboration as an unregulated healthcare provider with members of the interprofessional care team under direct supervision of RNs and RPNs
Take leadership in performing various procedures/tests independently, including wound care, catheter insertion, electrocardiograms, continuous bladder irrigation, vital signs, telemetry,physical assessments, and diagnostic specimen collection.
Assist patients with activities of daily living (bathing, feeding, dressing, ambulation, etc).
Document and communicate with coworkers and registered staff about physical condition and interventions needed for patients.
Personal Support Worker
St. Lawrence Place Retirement Residence by Revera
Kingston, ON
09.2021 - 12.2022
Engage with patients and families to provide emotional support and daily living instruction.
Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
Immunizer, Administrative Support
Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit
Barrie, ON
05.2021 - 08.2021
Administer hundreds of COVID-19 immunizations per day to a wide range of age groups (pediatric to geriatric).
Preform comprehensive health assessment and make independent decisions regarding pharmacological and medical contradictions with vaccine.
Provide first response to clients experiencing adverse reactions at the clinic.
Administrative support using COVAX system - checking clients in and out of clinic, booking appointment times, and answering questions regarding COVID-19 and Ontario's vaccine rollout.
Personal Support Worker
Trillium Manor
Barrie, ON
03.2021 - 05.2021
Assist residents in daily activities and provide physical, social, and emotional support.
Care for residents with various diseases, illnesses, and residents at the end of life stage.
Contribute to individual care planning while collaborating with registered staff (RPNs, RNs, MDs).
Observe, documents, and report on individual residents' health status daily.
Medical Laboratory Assistant Intern at Royal Victoria Regional Health CentreMedical Laboratory Assistant Intern at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre