Rosemary Savard
Edmonton ,Ab
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Respite Care Provider with extensive experience at Private Care, skilled in emotional support and healthcare coordination. Successfully enhanced patient comfort and satisfaction through tailored care plans and effective communication, fostering trust and independence. Proven ability to manage challenging behaviors while ensuring safety and wellbeing in diverse patient environments.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Respite Care Provider
Private Care
- Provided safe environments for patients, addressing potential hazards and maintaining cleanliness in living spaces.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks, promoting dignity and wellbeing.
- Enhanced patient comfort with compassionate and attentive support during daily activities.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication while providing respite care services.
- Managed challenging behaviors through positive reinforcement strategies, minimizing stress on both patients and their families.
- Communicated proactively with primary caregivers regarding any changes in patient status or condition during respite stays.
- Collaborated with families and healthcare teams to address patient needs effectively.
- Coordinated recreational activities for patients, promoting socialization and cognitive engagement throughout the respite period.
- Received consistent positive feedback from families on the quality of care provided, contributing to a high level of client satisfaction.
- Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
- Assisted patients with mobility and transfers, ensuring safety and comfort during all movements.
- Administered medications accurately, ensuring patient health and adherence to prescribed treatments.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being by listening empathetically to their concerns and providing reassurance as needed.
- Adhered to all relevant regulations and guidelines associated with respite care provision, maintaining a high standard of professionalism throughout each engagement.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress during respite stays, facilitating seamless transitions back to primary caregivers upon completion of service term.
- Improved respite care quality by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
- Assisted residents with basic activities of daily living.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, and automobiles.
- Designed and implemented various activities to encourage socialization and aid residents in identifying potential.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Home Care Provider
Private
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care tailored to individual needs.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Increased patient satisfaction through effective communication and active listening skills to understand their concerns and preferences.
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
- Promoted a safe home environment for patients by identifying potential hazards and implementing necessary adjustments.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary requirements, contributing to improved overall health for patients.
Health Care Aide
Elves Special Needs Society
Edmonton, AB
2012 - Current
- Promoted patient independence through assistance with daily living activities, including grooming and bathing.
- Ensured safe patient transfers using proper techniques to prevent injuries.
- Maintained a clean and organized patient environment to enhance wellbeing.
- Reduced patient anxiety by utilizing effective communication and active listening skills.
- Kept accurate care records, documenting patients' conditions and progress.
- Supported nutritional needs by preparing meals according to dietary restrictions.
- Participated in ongoing training to remain updated on best practices in healthcare services.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during stressful situations.
Education
No Degree - Health Care Aide
Academy of Learning Career College
Edmonton, ABSkills
- Emotional support
- Hygiene maintenance
- Healthcare coordination
- Transportation services
- Recreational activities
- Patient monitoring
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Respite Care Provider
Private Care
Home Care Provider
Private
Health Care Aide
Elves Special Needs Society
2012 - Current
No Degree - Health Care Aide
Academy of Learning Career College