Nancy Seymour
Lethbridge,AB
Summary
Healthcare professional prepared to bring exceptional patient care and support to new role. Extensive experience in assisting with daily living activities and maintaining safe, clean environment for patients. Known for collaborative teamwork and flexibility to adapt to changing patient needs, ensuring consistent, high-quality care. Have worked in a Dementia Care unit night shift for over 8 years and have enjoyed and loved bring with my residents as they trusted me and and no matter how the residents changed in the unit I always got to know them on a personal basis and always got them to smile and laugh
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health Care Aide
St Therese Villa
03.2009 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs to maintain health standards.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to develop personalized care plans for residents.
- Implemented infection control protocols to enhance safety in the facility.
- Trained new aides on procedures and best practices for resident care.
- Actively engaged residents in recreational activities to promote mental well-being.
- Documented patient progress accurately to support care team decisions.
- Coordinated with family members to address concerns and provide updates on care.
- 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.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- 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.
- 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.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current with best practices in health care aide services.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during times of stress and uncertainty.
- Supported patient nutrition needs by preparing meals according to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted in feeding patients by offering fluids and snacks and recording amounts consumed in logbook
- Adapted quickly to changing patient conditions, adjusting care strategies accordingly for optimal results.
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Promoted a clean and safe environment by adhering to strict infection prevention protocols.
- Documented vital signs to inform nurses and physicians of any changes in patient status.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques, empowering them to take control of their health management.
- Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using evidence-based interventions.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns for optimal health outcomes.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Administered medication as prescribed by healthcare professionals, ensuring adherence to schedules and dosages.
- Delivered compassionate care and clear communication in handling issues of death and dying.
- Maintained and organized patient rooms and communal spaces to minimize environmental and safety hazards.
- Consistently received positive feedback from both patients and supervisors regarding quality of care provided.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities to nursing staff or physicians.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to provide patients with comprehensive care.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Supported patients and family members, actively listening to concerns and offering compassionate care.
- Completed necessary reports and documentation on time and to specifications.
- Cleaned and set up rooms in preparation for patient appointments.
- Disinfected tools, equipment and surfaces between patients.
- Administered medications and injections as directed by healthcare professionals.
- Answered patient inquiries and provided information about healthcare services.
- Inspected equipment for defects and completed basic repairs.
- Supported office operations by expertly handling administrative needs.
Education
No Degree - HCA
Norquest College
Edmonton05-2009
Accomplishments
Have been in the facility for close to 17 Years am wee respected with with both old and new co-workers.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
Am certified with HCA directory and have certification certificates for all my extra courses I did in Clic. Certifs as per request
Timeline
Health Care Aide
St Therese Villa
03.2009 - Current
No Degree - HCA
Norquest College