Philip Sinclair
Winnipeg,Manitoba
Summary
Energetic Nurse Aide with Number years of experience providing comprehensive support and care to patients. Committed to increasing treatment knowledge through hands-on learning for professional development. Skillful in solving complex problems and staying calm in emergency situations. Expertise in Area of expertise and Area of expertise. Caring Job Title with Number-year background in caring for elderly, disabled and injured patients in healthcare setting. Hands-on experience in performing routine tasks under direction of nurse staff. Established rapport of reliability and creating positive rapport with patients, family and staff. Nursing Assistant with vast knowledge of medical terminology and infection control standards. Expertise in developmental factors specific to adult and geriatric care facility residents. Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Health Sciences Centre - Adult Emergency
05.2019 - Current
- Daily duties and tasks include providing exceptional patient care receiving treatment
- Great interpersonal skills with patients and families
- Strong leadership and team member skills
- Assisting the nurses with any requests they have
- And also, ensuring that our Dialysis Unit's staff requirements are filled for the next day and week.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Contributed to effective communication between patients and healthcare providers by translating medical jargon into easily understandable language.
- Educated patients on prescribed medications, ensuring compliance with dosage instructions and awareness of potential side effects.
- Streamlined workflow for nursing staff by efficiently managing supplies inventory and restocking necessary items in a timely manner.
- Expedited response times to call lights, boosting overall patient satisfaction levels during their stay at the facility.
- Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for bedridden patients.
- Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift reports and maintaining clear communication with incoming staff members.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss emerging issues within the unit, contributing ideas for quality improvement initiatives.
- Conducted patient and family education on the importance of proper nutrition, exercise, and self-care practices to foster overall health and wellbeing.
- Provided effective pre-and post-operative care by preparing patients for surgery, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with pain management techniques.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- 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.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
Health Care Aide
Opaskwayak Cree Nation - Rod McGillivray Memorial
Opaskwayak Cree Nation/The Pas, Manitoba
04.2023 - 10.2023
- Communicating with the customer and taking care of any concerns or questions
- Providing exceptional customer service
- Placed and kept inventory of product
- Worked great within a team and self-efficient.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Reduced patient anxiety through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient independence and overall wellbeing.
- Ensured the safe transfer of patients using proper techniques to prevent injuries and falls.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns for optimal health outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities to nursing staff or physicians.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during times of stress and uncertainty.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques, empowering them to take control of their health management.
- Promoted a clean and safe environment by adhering to strict infection prevention protocols.
- Contributed to efficient care coordination by maintaining open lines of communication among team members, patients, and families.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current with best practices in health care aide services.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient conditions, adjusting care strategies accordingly for optimal results.
- Performed wound care tasks under the supervision of healthcare professionals, facilitating timely healing processes.
- Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using evidence-based interventions.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- 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.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Promoted patient socialization, self-care and development by recognizing and using patient strengths to motivate patient.
Education
Nursing Assistant certificate -
Red River College, Urban Circle Training Centre
06.2016
Grade 12 diploma -
Daniel McIntyre Collegiate
Skills
- Quality Assurance
- Infection Control
- Electronic Charting
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Specimen Collection
- Mobility Assistance
- Light Housekeeping
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Patient Assessments
- Patient Relations
- Behavior Redirection
- Client Documentation
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient-Focused Care
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Catheter Care
- Medical Records Management
- HIPAA
- Physical Stamina
- Empathy and Compassion
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Self-Motivation
- Stress Management
- Continuing Education
- Patient Care
- Medical Terminology
- Active Listening
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Conflict Resolution
- Basic Life Support
- Patient Assessment
- Time Management
- Interpersonal Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Patient Observation
- HIPAA Compliance
- Injury Prevention
- Universal Precautions
- Emergency Response
- Care Monitoring
- Bedsore Prevention
- Wound Care
- Patient Positioning
- Caregiver Relations
- Health Education
- CNA Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI)
- Nutrition and Diet
- Patient Care Technician (PCT)
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED (First Aid CPR AED)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Volunteer Experience
- Health Care Provider, Riverview Health Centre, Winnipeg, Manitoba, 2008
- Veterans, Army Navy Air Force #60, Winnipeg, Manitoba, 2005
References
- Dr. Jorden Arbour, (204) 227 7985, jorden_arbour@hotmail.com
- Joanne Paterson, (204) 806 3688, jojopaterson@mymts.net
- Nicole Lathlin, (204) 627 8866, nicole.lathlin@rmmch.ca
- Mariel Medina, (204) 990 4388, marielmedina_@hotmail.com
Timeline
Health Care Aide
Opaskwayak Cree Nation - Rod McGillivray Memorial
04.2023 - 10.2023
Nursing Assistant
Health Sciences Centre - Adult Emergency
05.2019 - Current
Nursing Assistant certificate -
Red River College, Urban Circle Training Centre
Grade 12 diploma -
Daniel McIntyre Collegiate