Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Continuing Care Assistant
Saskatchewan Health Authority
Shellbrook
05.2022 - Current
Attended team meetings regularly to discuss individual cases and plan care strategies.
Provided emotional support for residents and patients who were experiencing distress or anxiety related to illness or hospitalization.
Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, respiration rate and temperature.
Maintained patient records including medical history, treatments administered and progress notes.
Maintained cleanliness of resident and patient rooms through regular cleaning tasks such as dusting furniture, vacuuming carpets.
Participated in recreational activities with residents and patients that promoted physical activity and socialization.
Responded quickly to emergency situations such as falls or seizures.
Provided emotional support to residents during difficult times.
Accompanied patients on outings and provided transportation when necessary.
Care Assistant
Debden Heritage Manor
Debden
09.2020 - 05.2022
Served meals and assisted immobile or disabled individuals with eating.
Communicated with patients' family members and friends to answer questions and explain care tasks.
Coordinated care with physicians and other healthcare professionals.
Documented observations of mental and physical health to report updates to supervisor.
Assisted elderly patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and eating.
Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
Reported changes in patient condition to nursing staff immediately.
Encouraged independence among residents and patients whenever possible.
Kept detailed records of patients' medical histories and care plans.
Answered patient call bells promptly and responded to requests for assistance with a positive attitude.
Helped maintain a safe environment for all staff members and residents and patients by adhering to safety protocols.
Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, temperature and respiration rate.
Developed relationships with residents and patients through meaningful conversation.
Provided companionship to patients by talking, listening and engaging in activities such as reading or playing board games.
Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.