Megha Patel
Peterborough,ON
Summary
Skilled Care Provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and preparing meals. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness and household activities. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
PSW
Thrive Housing And Support
12.2023 - Current
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and personalized care.
- Enhanced patient comfort by assisting with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Ensured medication adherence for patients by administering prescribed medications on time and monitoring their effects.
- Reduced risk of falls by consistently conducting safety checks in the home environment and implementing preventive measures.
- Facilitated mobility assistance for patients with limited physical capabilities, utilizing proper body mechanics to prevent injuries for both parties involved.
- Assisted with meal preparation according to dietary restrictions, promoting healthy eating habits among patients.
Nursing Staff
BAPS Pramukh Swami Hospital
09.2018 - 12.2020
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and documenting changes in condition.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques and preventative measures for optimal health outcomes.
- Managed time efficiently while providing high-quality care to multiple patients simultaneously.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic tests, treatments, and surgical procedures as needed for optimal patient outcomes.
- Facilitated patient transitions within the healthcare system, coordinating necessary services such as home health or rehabilitation placements.
- Developed and delivered patient education materials to enhance understanding of diagnoses, treatment options, and self-care strategies.
Education
Diploma - Developmental Services Worker
Fleming College
Peterborough, ON04.2025
Diploma - Nursing
Best School of Nursing
Karnataka, India12.2021
Skills
- Active listening
- Behavior management
- Toileting support
- Adaptable approach
- Medication administration
- First aid knowledge
- CPR certification
- Time management
- Vital signs monitoring
- Mobility assistance
- ADL Assistance
- Documentation
- Patient Companionship
- Multitasking and Organization
- First Aid and Safety
- COVID-19 Safety Policies
- Problem-Solving
- First Aid Certification
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Gujarati
Native or Bilingual
travelling, dancing
love to explore new places. i have interest in contemporary dance form.
Timeline
PSW
Thrive Housing And Support
12.2023 - Current
Nursing Staff
BAPS Pramukh Swami Hospital
09.2018 - 12.2020
Diploma - Developmental Services Worker
Fleming College
Diploma - Nursing
Best School of Nursing
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