With a robust background in healthcare and social work, exemplified by a pivotal role at Qualicare, I excel in medication reconciliation and providing compassionate support. My expertise spans diabetes and dementia care, underscored by significant achievements in behavioral management and patient advocacy, ensuring optimal outcomes and enhanced quality of life for diverse populations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN, Private Duty
Qualicare
Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta
09.2022 - Current
Prepared patients for examinations, tests, or treatments and explained procedures.
Measured and recorded patient height, weight, and other vital signs.
Process medication orders and medication administration
Wound care protocol
Fall prevention and hydration
End-of-life care
Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss the plan of care for each patient.
Gathered entire medical histories and information to update medical records.
Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patients' charts.
Performed direct patient care such as bathing, dressing changes, catheterization management, tube feedings .
Recorded care information accurately and completely in electronic data systems.
LPN Team Lead
Inglewood Care centre
West Vancouver, BC
10.2018 - 04.2022
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Evaluated nursing intervention outcomes by conferring with other healthcare team members.
Conducted ongoing training sessions for new or existing LPN staff members.
Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, other health professionals, and administrative staff to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
Delivered emotional, psychological and spiritual support to patients and families to promote compassionate environment.
Case Officer
Sobering centre
Yellowknife, NW Territories
02.2017 - 10.2018
Responded to needs of victims who have experienced a violent attack or abuse
Gave educational support and referrals for legal proceeding
Helped individuals create emotional support structure
Provided crisis intervention, adjustment to chronic illness, depression, abuse, loss & grief
Co-led group therapy for adolescents, women, men, and families
Created educational class session on family roles and interventions
Served on selection committee for crisis counselors and adolescent attention home parents
Participated in multi-disciplinary team of psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and case managers
Provided individual assessment, treatment planning, and psychotherapy services to socio-culturally diverse adult population diagnosed with depression, PTSD, and other affective disorders
Provided consultation services to teachers, foster care families, and other community service providers
Provided individual, home-based, group, case management, and crisis intervention services to diverse population of children and their families in Early Childhood and Family Center; clinical concerns included trauma and loss and wide range of mental health issues often compounded by developmental disorders
Case Worker
Salvation Army
Yellowknife, Northwest Territories
06.2016 - 09.2018
Developed relationships with local agencies to ensure access to necessary services for clients.
Participated in multidisciplinary teams to review and plan client care.
Advocated on behalf of clients to secure necessary services and support.
Followed strict policies and procedures to maintain client confidentiality and keep data private.
Collaborated with state agencies and benefits coordinators to develop individualized plans for each case.
Provided casework services to clients, including conducting initial assessments and developing individualized case plans.
Used active listening skills and supportive diction to cultivate client rapport and open communication.
Recorded comprehensive case notes and follow-up documentation for admitted and transferred clients.
Prepared reports and case notes detailing client interactions and progress.
Provided crisis intervention when necessary by responding quickly to urgent requests from clients or referral sources.
Responded promptly to phone calls from clients or referral sources seeking assistance or information about available resources.
Crisis Intervention Officer
New Haven Association
, Nigeria
01.2009 - 01.2010
Assisted women and children with abuse issues
Participated in family group counseling sessions
Provided accommodation for adolescents / teens experiencing transition due to living situations and the legal system
Enforced house rules and “listened” to teen concerns
Social Work Intern
Akwa College
, Nigeria
05.2008 - 08.2009
Conducted drug and alcohol assessments with students referred to student counseling centering, developed individual plans with students to maintain sobriety, and counseled students
Provided case management and counseling services to severely disabled high school children and families
Volunteer
Children First Organization
, Nigeria
01.2008 - 01.2009
Offered social, educational needs and programs for youths within the ten (10) to twenty-four (24) age group, while empowering their parents and guardians to overcome poverty and enhance family life through successful skills training and small business projects
Coordinated annually events such as the Christmas treat and Summer Camps
Social Work Intern
Enugu Mental Health Centre
Enugu, Nigeria
05.2007 - 08.2008
Participated in multi-disciplinary team of psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and case managers
Provided individual assessment, treatment planning, and psychotherapy services to socio-culturally diverse adult population diagnosed with depression, PTSD, and other affective disorders
Provided crisis intervention and emergency services; co-led bereavement group
Participated in family therapy seminar, grand rounds, and hospital-wide in-service training
Served as department representative to Hospital Diversity Committee
Provided consultation services to teachers, foster care families, and other community service providers
Provided individual, home-based, group, case management, and crisis intervention services to diverse population of children and their families in Early Childhood and Family Center; clinical concerns included trauma and loss and wide range of mental health issues often compounded by developmental disorders
Youth Mentor
Ministry of Social and Family Development
, Nigeria
01.2007 - 01.2008
Assisted staff who worked with adjudicated delinquent adolescent males involved in a community reintegration program
Assisted with conducting groups and supervising adolescents
Developed and taught a variety of youth programs to adjudicated delinquent adolescents
Taught programs aimed at improving self-esteem, social skills, job skills, and responsible behaviors
Provided one-to-one mentoring services to at-risk teenage girls with the goal to help them develop positive social and life skills
Education
Bachelor of Social Work -
University of Nigeria
Nsukka
01.2010
Master of Social Work - MSW
Memorial University of Newfoundland
St John's, None
Skills
Medication reconciliation
Diabetes management
Seizure management
Dementia care
Feeding assistance
Behavioral management
Pediatric care
Continuing education
Oxygen therapy
Vital signs monitoring
Ventilator support
Volunteerworkexperience
Volunteer, Nigeria, Part-Time, 15, 01/01/08, 12/31/09, Offered social, educational needs and programs for youths within the ten (10) to twenty-four (24) age group, Empowered their parents and guardians to overcome poverty and enhance family life through successful skills training and small business projects, Coordinated annual events such as the Christmas treat and Summer Camps
Youth Mentor, Nigeria, Part-Time, 15, 01/01/07, 12/31/08, Assisted staff who worked with adjudicated delinquent adolescent males involved in a community reintegration program, Assisted with conducting groups and supervising adolescents, Developed and taught a variety of youth programs to adjudicated delinquent adolescents, Taught programs aimed at improving self-esteem, social skills, job skills, and responsible behaviors, Provided one-to-one mentoring services to at-risk teenage girls with the goal to help them develop positive social and life skills
Awards
Outstanding student award, Social Work Dept., University of Nigeria, Nsukka, 2010
Faculty of Social Science Dean’s List, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, 2006-2010
Studentsocialworkinternshipexperience
Social Work Intern, Akwa, Nigeria, Full-Time, 01/05/08, 08/31/08, Conducted drug and alcohol assessments with students referred to student counseling centering, Developed individual plans with students to maintain sobriety, Counseled students
Social Work Intern, Enugu, Nigeria, Full-Time, 01/05/07, 08/31/07, Participated in multi-disciplinary team of psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and case managers, Provided individual assessment, treatment planning, and psychotherapy services to socio-culturally diverse adult population diagnosed with depression, PTSD, and other affective disorders, Provided crisis intervention and emergency services; co-led bereavement group, Participated in family therapy seminar, grand rounds, and hospital-wide in-service training, Served as department representative to Hospital Diversity Committee, Provided consultation services to teachers, foster care families, and other community service providers, Provided individual, home-based, group, case management, and crisis intervention services to diverse population of children and their families in Early Childhood and Family Center; clinical concerns included trauma and loss and wide range of mental health issues often compounded by developmental disorders
Researchinterests
Focusing on family caregivers
The effectiveness of social work services with older adults and their families
The intricate relationship between social work skills and client outcomes
Certification
License practical nurse Diploma
Travel and tourism
Timeline
LPN, Private Duty
Qualicare
09.2022 - Current
LPN Team Lead
Inglewood Care centre
10.2018 - 04.2022
Case Officer
Sobering centre
02.2017 - 10.2018
Case Worker
Salvation Army
06.2016 - 09.2018
Crisis Intervention Officer
New Haven Association
01.2009 - 01.2010
Social Work Intern
Akwa College
05.2008 - 08.2009
Volunteer
Children First Organization
01.2008 - 01.2009
Social Work Intern
Enugu Mental Health Centre
05.2007 - 08.2008
Youth Mentor
Ministry of Social and Family Development
01.2007 - 01.2008
License practical nurse Diploma
Travel and tourism
Bachelor of Social Work -
University of Nigeria
Master of Social Work - MSW
Memorial University of Newfoundland
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