Line (Lynn) Gibbons
Leduc,AB
Summary
Healthcare professional prepared to bring exceptional patient care and support to new role. Extensive experience in assisting with daily living activities and maintaining safe, clean environment for patients. Known for collaborative teamwork and flexibility to adapt to changing patient needs, ensuring consistent, high-quality care.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Care Aide
Ocean Front Village (Golden Life Management)
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient independence and overall wellbeing.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Utilized problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected situations or emergencies within the healthcare setting.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Ensured the safe transfer of patients using proper techniques to prevent injuries and falls.
Health Care Assistant
Louise Jensen Care Centre ( Bethany Group)
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
- Maintained clean environment with due consideration to health and safety issues and infection control policy.
- Cultivated strong relationships with patients and families, fostering an environment of trust and open communication that facilitated better healthcare experiences.
Health Care Aide
Hanna Long Term Care (AHS)
04.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient independence and overall wellbeing.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- 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.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
Health Care Aide
Royal Jubilee Hospital-Hospice (VIHA)
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Utilized problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected situations or emergencies within the healthcare setting.
- Reduced patient anxiety through effective communication and active listening skills.
- 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.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during times of stress and uncertainty.
- Delivered compassionate care and clear communication in handling issues of death and dying.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Health Care Aide
Saanich Peninsula Hospital-LTC (VIHA)
06.2014 - 06.2021
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient independence and overall wellbeing.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
- Ensured the safe transfer of patients using proper techniques to prevent injuries and falls.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current with best practices in health care aide services.
Health Care Aide/Care Companion
Penny Sigouin (Levi)
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Promoted a positive environment within the home setting by engaging in meaningful conversations and recreational activities with the patient.
- Assisted with medication administration, ensuring timely delivery of prescribed treatments to support optimal health outcomes.
- Established trust with patients and families through consistent communication and empathetic listening.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care to their needs.
- Facilitated social interactions for isolated patients, promoting mental well-being and reducing feelings of loneliness.
- Developed strong relationships with family members, fostering open communication and collaboration in the patient''s care process.
Health Care Aide
New Horizons LTC (VIHA)
06.2012 - 05.2014
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient independence and overall wellbeing.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Maintained and organized patient rooms and communal spaces to minimize environmental and safety hazards.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using evidence-based interventions.
Health Care Aide
Drumheller Hospital-LTC (AHS)
01.2001 - 08.2011
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient independence and overall wellbeing.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
- Provided total hygiene care to 7 patients per shift by assisting with skincare, bathing, and toileting.
Education
GED -
Norquest College
Edmonton, ABNo Degree - Health Care Aide Certificate
Norquest College
Edmonton, ABSkills
- Compassionate
- Reliable team player
- Patient care
- Safety precautions
- Companionship and emotional support
- Patient-focused care
- Patient lifting
- End-of-life care
Languages
French
Limited Working
Interests
- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
- Kayaking
- Hiking
- Camping
- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
- Road Trips
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- Dancing
- Volunteer Work
- Crafting and DIY Projects
Timeline
Health Care Aide
Ocean Front Village (Golden Life Management)
04.2024 - 12.2024
Health Care Assistant
Louise Jensen Care Centre ( Bethany Group)
02.2023 - 02.2024
Health Care Aide
Hanna Long Term Care (AHS)
04.2022 - 12.2022
Health Care Aide
Royal Jubilee Hospital-Hospice (VIHA)
06.2020 - 06.2021
Health Care Aide/Care Companion
Penny Sigouin (Levi)
01.2018 - 01.2019
Health Care Aide
Saanich Peninsula Hospital-LTC (VIHA)
06.2014 - 06.2021
Health Care Aide
New Horizons LTC (VIHA)
06.2012 - 05.2014
Health Care Aide
Drumheller Hospital-LTC (AHS)
01.2001 - 08.2011
GED -
Norquest College
No Degree - Health Care Aide Certificate
Norquest College
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