Mary-Jean Burns
Summary
Self-assured caregiver; dedicated, compassionate, and competent Medication Administrator and Personal Support Worker. Adheres to health and safety guidelines, policies, and procedures. Accomplished in promoting dignity, independence, privacy, preference, and safety to residents maximizing their quality of life. Continuously role models professionalism.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Medication Administrator
Dorchester Terrace
Dorchester, ON, Canada
10.2020 - Current
- Organize and administer medications on clear schedules to help alleviate symptoms and optimize quality of life
- Verify identity of resident receiving medication, name of medication, dose of medication, route of medication, frequency and/or time medication is to be given; prior to administering
- Record and monitor vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate, as directed by Charge Nurse, Wellness Manager, or General Practitioner
- Test and record blood glucose levels then proceeds to administer scheduled insulin
- Recognize and reports in a timely manner any change in the residents condition to the charge nurse
- Maintain proper storage and security conditions for medications and controlled substances
Administrative Assistant
AbleLiving - Queenston Heights
03.2019 - 10.2020
- Maintained and updated client schedules making necessary changes to accommodate appointments and/or attending programs
- Completed orientations and training with both newly hired staff, and students
- Worked diligently to resolve unique and recurring complaints from clients and/or their families
- Demonstrated exceptional customer service in response to questions and concerns from clients and/or their families
- Assisted with tasks delegated by the acting supervisor or manager, including but not limited to: preparation for CARF, signing of annual contracts, updating both client and staff schedules, shift changes, vacation tracking, payroll, and petty cash
Personal Support Worker
AbleLiving - Queenston Heights
05.2016 - 10.2020
- Assisted residents to complete activities of daily living – i.e.: Bathing, Dressing, Toileting, Bladder and Bowel Routines, Meal Prep, Medication Reminders/Assists, Life Skills Support, and Light Housekeeping
- Updated residents files and completed required documentation
- Responded to residents signals promptly
- A contributing member (Worker Representative) of the Joint Health and Safety Committee
Education
Heartsaver CPR-C -
HeartSafe
02.2025
OSG Certification Part 2 - JHSC
Distance Learning
07.2024
OSG Certification Part 1 - JHSC
05.2024
UCP Medication Administration Training -
Classic Care Pharmacy
01.2024
Mental Health First Aid Basic -
MHFA Canada
02.2020
3-Day interRAI CHA Supported Coding Training -
CCIM
02.2018
Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) Certification -
AbleLiving
01.2017
Customer Service Training -
Thrive Group
05.2016
Certificate - Personal Support Worker
St. Charles Adult and Continuing Education
Hamilton, ON01.2016
Skills
- Adaptability
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Medication Administration
- Interpersonal Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Effective Communication Skills
- Cognitive Thinking
- Critical Thinking
- Leadership
- Relationship Building
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Medication Administrator
Dorchester Terrace
10.2020 - Current
Administrative Assistant
AbleLiving - Queenston Heights
03.2019 - 10.2020
Personal Support Worker
AbleLiving - Queenston Heights
05.2016 - 10.2020
Heartsaver CPR-C -
HeartSafe
OSG Certification Part 2 - JHSC
Distance Learning
OSG Certification Part 1 - JHSC
UCP Medication Administration Training -
Classic Care Pharmacy
Mental Health First Aid Basic -
MHFA Canada
3-Day interRAI CHA Supported Coding Training -
CCIM
Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) Certification -
AbleLiving
Customer Service Training -
Thrive Group
Certificate - Personal Support Worker
St. Charles Adult and Continuing Education