Marija Bacon
Wilkie,Saskatchewan
Summary
Experienced Direct Support Professional known for providing quality care and implementing individualized care plans. Proven ability to monitor behaviors and document observations effectively, contributing to a safe and supportive environment for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Prairie Branches Inc
Wilkie, Saskatchewan
06.2023 - Current
- Provided daily personal care and assistance to clients with developmental disabilities.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through skill-building activities and social engagement.
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
Pediatric Nurse Technician
Clinical Centre of Serbia/Clinic for Gynecology and Obstetrics
Belgrade, Republic of Serbia
08.2005 - 04.2015
- Provided direct nursing care to pediatric patients in a hospital setting.
- Administered medications and intravenous fluids to pediatric patients as prescribed by the physician.
- Administered medications and treatments to pediatric patients in clinical settings.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure.
- Responded quickly and effectively to life-threatening situations involving pediatric patients.
- Assisted in performing diagnostic tests and interpreting results for pediatric cases.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and medical procedures in the pediatric unit.
- Educated parents on pediatric care, medication administration, and health practices.
- Educated staff members on best practices for providing care to pediatric patients.
- Attended educational workshops to maintain current competency and licensure in pediatric nursing specialty.
Education
College Diploma - Nursing Practice
Medical School Belgrade
Belgrade Republic Of Serbia06-1999
Skills
- Medication administration
- Personal care
- Behavioral monitoring
- Care plan implementation
- Goal achievement support
- Health education
References
- Kerri Mercereau Residential Manager Prairie Branches Inc 306 716 3928 wilkie3rm@prairiebranches.ca
- Luz Roth Residential Manager Prairie Branches Inc 306 843 4030 wilkie2rm@prairiebranches.ca
- Nikki Otto Direct Support Worker Prairie Branches Inc. 306 843 4358
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Prairie Branches Inc
06.2023 - Current
Pediatric Nurse Technician
Clinical Centre of Serbia/Clinic for Gynecology and Obstetrics
08.2005 - 04.2015
College Diploma - Nursing Practice
Medical School Belgrade