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Paris Fink

Saskatoon,SK

Summary

Continuing Care Assistant focused on delivering compassionate emotional and physical support in both home and healthcare settings. Skilled in maintaining a safe and clean environment while respecting patient privacy. Demonstrates adaptability and strong communication abilities in diverse situations. strives to improve patient quality of life through customized care plans.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Student Placement Continuing Care Assistant

Central Haven Special Care Home
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
05.2025 - 05.2025
  • Assisted elderly patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and eating.
  • Observed residents and patients for any signs of discomfort or distress.
  • Provided companionship to patients by talking, listening and engaging in activities such as reading or playing board games.
  • Developed relationships with residents and patients through meaningful conversation.
  • Maintained cleanliness of patient rooms and common areas within the facility.
  • Encouraged independence among residents and patients whenever possible.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
  • Reported changes in patient condition to nursing staff immediately.
  • Helped maintain a safe environment for all staff members and residents and patients by adhering to safety protocols.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties such as changing bed linens, dusting furniture and vacuuming carpets.
  • Answered patient call bells promptly and responded to requests for assistance with a positive attitude.
  • Guided individuals to restroom for toileting and cared for incontinence needs.
  • Transferred patients to and from beds, chairs or wheelchairs using principles of body mechanics and equipment such as gait belts.
  • Guided individuals to bathrooms and cared for incontinence needs.
  • Served meals and assisted immobile or disabled individuals with eating.
  • Made beds, organized rooms and lightly cleaned to maintain sanitary living environments.

Lifeguard

YWCA
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
01.2021 - 05.2022
  • Enforced all safety regulations and posted rules for patrons.
  • Conducted daily pool maintenance, including testing and adjusting chemical levels.
  • Responded quickly to medical emergencies in the pool area.
  • Reported any unsafe conditions or suspicious activity to management immediately.
  • Educated patrons about safe swimming practices through public announcements.
  • Provided assistance to swimmers of varying skill levels.
  • Assisted with swim lessons for guests and members of the facility.
  • Observed swimmers from elevated chairs while scanning the entire pool deck.
  • Maintained constant surveillance of patrons in the swimming area at all times.
  • Prepared detailed incident reports following accidents or other incidents.
  • Performed regular cleaning and maintenance of pool equipment.
  • Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding any issues that arose during shifts.
  • Inspected rescue tubes and buoys regularly to ensure they are in good condition.
  • Maintained accurate records of incident reports, pool chemicals, and patron counts.
  • Performed emergency rescues when necessary.
  • Monitored swimmers to ensure safety in the pool area.
  • Coordinated and taught instructional classes in fundamentals of swimming and water safety.

Swim Instructor

YWCA
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
01.2021 - 05.2022
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by monitoring the pool deck area before and after lessons.
  • Scheduled private lessons upon request from clients interested in more personalized instruction.
  • Created weekly lesson plans tailored to the specific goals of each group or individual participant.
  • Developed strategies for challenging behaviors exhibited by students during lessons.
  • Monitored swimmers' progress throughout their time as a student in order to evaluate their abilities accurately.
  • Demonstrated proper technique for each stroke, including freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly.
  • Communicated regularly with parents or guardians regarding their child's progress in swimming lessons.
  • Assisted in developing aquatic programs for recreational swim classes and competitive teams.
  • Instructed participants on water safety rules and regulations.
  • Updated records of attendance, skill levels achieved and other relevant information for each student.
  • Encouraged swimmers to progress through drills while providing positive feedback on their performance.
  • Taught basic survival skills such as floating, treading water, emergency exits from the pool.
  • Conducted regular safety checks of the facility including chemical levels in the pool water.
  • Ensured that swimmers followed pool rules and regulations at all times.
  • Provided first aid when necessary due to minor injuries sustained during lessons.
  • Resolved conflicts between swimmers while maintaining a professional demeanor.

Education

Counting Care Assistant

Saskpolytechnic
Saskatoon, SK
09-2025

High School Diploma -

Mount Royal Collegiate
Saskatoon, SK
06-2022

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Communication skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Positive attitude
  • PPE compliance
  • Dependability and responsibility

Certification

  • PART

January 2025 to present

  • TLR

December 2024 to present

  • Food Safety

october 2024 to october 2029

  • WHMIS

october 2024 to october 2027

  • OHS Standard First Aid, CPR-C and AED

February 2023 to February 2026

  • National Lifeguard Award
  • bronze cross
  • bronze medallion

Accomplishments

  • Female MVP wrestling

Timeline

Student Placement Continuing Care Assistant

Central Haven Special Care Home
05.2025 - 05.2025

Lifeguard

YWCA
01.2021 - 05.2022

Swim Instructor

YWCA
01.2021 - 05.2022

Counting Care Assistant

Saskpolytechnic

High School Diploma -

Mount Royal Collegiate

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