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Rachael Quijada

Spencerville

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated healthcare professional with extensive experience at The Ottawa Hospital. Proven ability in patient care and infection control standards, ensuring comfort and safety. Skilled in managing patient needs with empathy while maintaining a professional bedside manner. Committed to enhancing patient well-being through attentive support and effective communication.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Orderly

The Cancer Center Ottawa Hospital
03.2022 - Current

•Escorted patients for weighing and preparation for treatment.


•Ensured timely delivery of chemotherapy drugs from pharmacy to patient bedside.


•Disposed of Cytotoxic waste in compliance with TOH protocols.


•Provided support to ensure patient comfort.


•Ensured accurate patient identification for correct medication.


•Ensured timely replenishment of supplies.

Dialysis Aide

The Ottawa Hospital
08.2012 - 03.2022

•Assisted Nursing staff during dialysis treatments. Setting up dialysis equipment.


•Aided in moving patients from wheelchair to bed using lift or support.


• Stocking medical supplies as needed. Preparing supplies for patients. Keeping things in a neat and orderly manner.


• Assisting in emergency situations as directed by nursing staff

.

• Keeping up to date on WHIMS protocol,

Proper Hand Hygiene, Fire and Safety, and Isolation protocol

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•Managed patient disputes with composure and empathy.

Home Care Aide

At Home Hospice
09.2011 - 09.2012
  • Provided companionship to patients, fostering positive relationships and emotional wellbeing.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks as needed, creating a clean and comfortable environment for patients to thrive in.
  • Helped patients safely transfer from bed to wheelchair. Experience with slings and shower chairs.
  • Promoted mental stimulation by engaging patients in meaningful conversations and recreational activities tailored to their interests.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing attentive and personalized home care services.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Provided assistance with self care.

Education

General Education Diploma -

Lane Community College
Florence Oregon

Nurses Adie Certification -

Lanai Community College
Hawaii
2001

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Infection control standards
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Independent working

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Orderly

The Cancer Center Ottawa Hospital
03.2022 - Current

Dialysis Aide

The Ottawa Hospital
08.2012 - 03.2022

Home Care Aide

At Home Hospice
09.2011 - 09.2012

General Education Diploma -

Lane Community College

Nurses Adie Certification -

Lanai Community College
Rachael Quijada