Michelle Balasin
19-2 Sudbury Dr, Chatham
Summary
Healthcare professional with solid foundation in patient care and support, prepared to contribute effectively in dynamic environment. Proven ability to assist with daily living activities and medication management, ensuring patient well-being. Adept at collaborating with healthcare teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to changing needs, showcasing reliability and dedication.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Unregulated Care Provider
Chatham Retirement Resort
04.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Assisted patients in maintaining personal hygiene, promoting dignity and respect in all interactions.
- Served as a liaison between patients, family members, and healthcare providers, ensuring clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting approaches based on patient preferences or changing conditions which contributed towards better patient experience.
- Implemented therapeutic interventions as directed by the healthcare team, contributing to positive patient outcomes.
- Utilized strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities effectively while consistently meeting deadlines for assigned tasks.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in unregulated care provision.
- Ensured accurate medication administration for improved patient outcomes.
- Efficiently managed time and resources for effective task completion, ensuring all aspects of patient care were attended to in a timely manner.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient care activities for accurate recordkeeping and seamless continuity of care.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
Personal Support Worker
Chatham Retirement Resort
08.2011 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Entertained, conversed and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Trained and coordinated work of new support workers.
- Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
- Used company software and databases to maintain records of services performed and patient conditions.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.
Personal Support Worker
March of Dimes
06.2017 - 03.2018
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Documented vitals, behaviors and medications in client medical records.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands and household chores.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Entertained, conversed and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Cleaned house, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
- Changed dressings, bandages and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Personal Support Worker
Private
02.2008 - 05.2013
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands and household chores.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Entertained, conversed and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
- Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Shopped for groceries regularly in order to keep house stocked with necessities.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
Education
Diploma - Registered Practical Nursing
St. Clair College of Applied Arts And Technology
Chatham, ON07-2025
Diploma - Pre-Health And Sciences
St. Clair College
Chatham, ON04-2023
Diploma - Developmental Services Worker
St. Clair College
04.2006
Skills
- Attentive to People
- Deliver Exceptional Care
- ADLs Assistance
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Daily Living Skills Instruction
- First Aid Certification
- Foley Catheter Insertion and Removal
- Clean Living Spaces
- ADL Support
- Sterilization Practices
- Nutritional Support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassionate Client Care
- Respectful and compassionate
- Mobility Support
- Elderly care
- Patient Care
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Medication administration
- Special needs care
- Personal Care Support
- Medication Reminders
- Privacy and Confidentiality
Certification
- First Aid and CPR. C Class.
- Safe Talk: Suicide Alertness Training
- N95 Mask Fit
- G Class Drivers License
Timeline
Unregulated Care Provider
Chatham Retirement Resort
04.2024 - Current
Personal Support Worker
March of Dimes
06.2017 - 03.2018
Personal Support Worker
Chatham Retirement Resort
08.2011 - Current
Personal Support Worker
Private
02.2008 - 05.2013
Diploma - Developmental Services Worker
St. Clair College
Diploma - Registered Practical Nursing
St. Clair College of Applied Arts And Technology
Diploma - Pre-Health And Sciences
St. Clair College
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