Mark Blake
Vernon
Summary
Registered Care Aide - #212-01
Dedicated Health Care Aide with a proven track record at Kaigo Senior Living, skilled in patient-focused care and effective communication. Recognized for enhancing patient comfort and independence while meticulously documenting care progress. A compassionate team player, adept at implementing care plans and fostering strong patient relationships. CPR certified and committed to healthcare ethics.
Healthcare professional with strong experience in patient care and support. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, maintaining patient comfort, and ensuring adherence to care plans. Known for excellent teamwork, adaptability, and delivering reliable results. Compassionate, patient-focused, and adept at fostering positive environment.
Experienced with providing compassionate care and assistance to patients. Utilizes strong communication skills to ensure patients' needs are met efficiently. Track record of working collaboratively with healthcare teams to deliver exceptional patient support.
Level-headed Healthcare professional dedicated to providing quality patient care, companionship, and support. Remains calm and effective in difficult and stressful situations. Defuses stressful situations and manages behavioral needs with grace.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health Care Aide
Kaigo Senior Living
03.2023 - 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.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Reduced patient anxiety through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
- Provided total hygiene care to [Number] patients per shift by assisting with skincare, bathing, and toileting.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Promoted patient socialization, self-care and development by recognizing and using patient strengths to motivate patient.
Health Care Aide
Lake Country Lodge
11.2020 - 03.2023
- 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 [Number] patients per shift by assisting with skincare, bathing, and toileting.
- 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.
- Assisted in feeding patients by offering fluids and snacks and recording amounts consumed in logbook
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns for optimal health outcomes.
Home Health Care Assistant
Big Hearts Home Health Care
03.2019 - 09.2020
- Adapted caregiving approaches based on individual patient preferences, respecting unique cultural backgrounds or beliefs.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Administered medication as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timely intake.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families, fostering a positive atmosphere during difficult times.
- Documented daily observations and progress in patient records, maintaining accurate information for healthcare team reference.
- Maintained clean and safe living environments, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Managed patients'' personal hygiene needs, promoting dignity and cleanliness throughout care provision.
- Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
- Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.
Health Care Aide
Coldstream Meadows
11.2018 - 05.2019
- 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.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Ensured the safe transfer of patients using proper techniques to prevent injuries and falls.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current with best practices in health care aide services.
Warehouse Manager
National Tire Distributors
09.2001 - 08.2018
- Conducted periodic audits of inventory levels to ensure accuracy, identifying discrepancies for swift resolution.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to OSHA guidelines and company policies.
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Boosted customer satisfaction through timely order fulfillment and accurate inventory tracking.
- Increased warehouse efficiency by implementing new inventory management systems and procedures.
- Coordinated with vendors to verify timely delivery of materials and supplies, avoiding delays.
- Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings in procurement, renegotiating supplier contracts or seeking alternative sources when necessary.
- Managed budgeting for warehouse operations, carefully allocating resources to areas with highest return on investment.
- Organized team-building activities that improved morale and strengthened collaboration among warehouse staff.
Care Aide
Heritage Square
08.2010 - 09.2013
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively using de-escalation techniques, ensuring the safety of all parties involved.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Communicated effectively with diverse patient populations using active listening skills and cultural sensitivity, establishing trust and rapport quickly.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, and automobiles.
- Managed challenging behaviors among residents using de-escalation techniques and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Documented patient progress accurately and consistently in electronic medical records, supporting continuity of care across providers.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop personalized care plans for patients, optimizing health outcomes.
- Assisted nursing staff during medical procedures while maintaining patient privacy and adhering to HIPAA regulations.
- Assisted residents with personal hygiene tasks, ensuring their dignity and comfort throughout the process.
Education
Care Aide Certificate - Health Care Aide
ProCare Institute
Vernon, BC07-2010
Skills
- Compassionate
- Reliable team player
- Patient care
- Patient relationship building
- Companionship and emotional support
- Patient-focused care
- Healthcare ethics
- Direct patient care
- Documenting behaviors
- Trustworthy companion
- Complex Problem-solving
- Care plan implementation
- Adaptable
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Team building
- CPR/AED
Certification
Registered Care Aide Certificate
Timeline
Health Care Aide
Kaigo Senior Living
03.2023 - Current
Health Care Aide
Lake Country Lodge
11.2020 - 03.2023
Home Health Care Assistant
Big Hearts Home Health Care
03.2019 - 09.2020
Health Care Aide
Coldstream Meadows
11.2018 - 05.2019
Care Aide
Heritage Square
08.2010 - 09.2013
Warehouse Manager
National Tire Distributors
09.2001 - 08.2018
Care Aide Certificate - Health Care Aide
ProCare Institute
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