Patience McGill
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Committed Direct Care Worker brings success in healthcare roles. Skilled at assisting with daily living activities and meal preparation. Focused on maintaining client safety and comfort through continuous monitoring and care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health Care Aide
RAPS
Edmonton, Alberta
11.2021 - 12.2022
- Ensured proper documentation of all patient assessments, treatments and medications administered.
- Helped patients maintain their independence while providing support when needed.
- Provided assistance to patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and eating.
- Assisted with rehabilitation exercises prescribed by physiotherapists or occupational therapists.
- Administered medication and treatments as prescribed by medical staff.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Senior Caregiver
Caring Heart
Calgary, Alberta
09.2020 - 01.2021
- Administered medications according to physician instructions.
- Took vital signs such as blood pressure and temperature when necessary.
- Helped clients manage chronic conditions such as diabetes or arthritis through diet management and exercise programs.
- Monitored client health status by recognizing changes in physical or mental condition and reporting them to the appropriate personnel.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
HCA
Bayshore
Calgary, Alberta
12.2019 - 04.2020
- Performed housekeeping tasks including laundry, vacuuming, dusting, and cleaning bathrooms.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities related to senior caregiving topics.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly clients in their homes.
- Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, toileting, and grooming.
- Prepared meals for clients following dietary guidelines.
- Administered medications according to physician instructions.
- Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
Senior Caregiver
sage Hill Retirement Resident
Calgary, Alberta
01.2017 - 09.2018
- Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, dressing, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Attended continuing education seminars and classes related to senior caregiving topics.
- Maintained a clean environment for the safety of clients while following infection control guidelines.
- Developed individualized care plans according to client needs and preferences.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
Education
Certificate - Health Care Aide
ABES COLLEGE
Calgary, AB02-2016
Skills
- Transporting patients
- Mobility Assistance
- Compassionate
- Preparing meals
- Feeding Assistance
- Catheter change and preparation
- Assisting with personal grooming
- Bathing Assistance
- Patient Care
Certification
- Medication Administration certificate
- Supportive Pathways Certificate
- Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certificate
- standard First/CPR
Timeline
Health Care Aide
RAPS
11.2021 - 12.2022
Senior Caregiver
Caring Heart
09.2020 - 01.2021
HCA
Bayshore
12.2019 - 04.2020
Senior Caregiver
sage Hill Retirement Resident
01.2017 - 09.2018
Certificate - Health Care Aide
ABES COLLEGE
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