Sara Zulyniak
Headingley,Manitoba
Summary
Nursing student with a strong background in patient advocacy and empathetic care gained as a Health Care Assistant and Home Care Attendant. Skilled in therapeutic communication, patient assessment, and maintaining safe environments. Seeking to apply clinical knowledge and interpersonal skills as an Undergraduate Nurse Employee to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Care Attendant
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
Winnipeg, Canada
02.2015 - 02.2026
- Provided personal care and hygiene assistance while maintaining patient dignity and independence
- Monitored mobility and assisted with safe transfers and repositioning of clients
- Supported medication routines as delegated and monitored intake
- Prepared meals and supported nutritional intake
- Observed and reported physical and behavioural changes to healthcare teams
- Maintained safe and clean living environments according to healthcare standards
- Provided companionship and emotional support to clients
Health Care Aide
Belvedere Care Centre
Coquitlam, Canada
08.2013 - 10.2014
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, oral care, and other activities of daily living
- Supported residents during meals by assisting with feeding and monitoring intake to ensure safe eating.
- Displayed empathy and compassion to foster trust and comfort in patients
- Reported changes in patient condition to ensure timely adjustments in care plans
- Safely transferred patients following facility safety guidelines
Server/Bartender
Joey Restaurant
Winnipeg & Burnaby, Canada
01.2009 - 08.2013
- Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
- Managed tables efficiently, ensuring guest satisfaction and prompt service.
- Provided exceptional customer service in fast-paced environment, effectively balancing multiple responsibilities.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal preparation and delivery.
Health Care Assistant Practicum
Queens Park Care Centre
New Westminster, Canada
03.2013 - 05.2013
- Supported residents with activities of daily living to enhance their independence and quality of life
- Executed safe transfers using Sabina and ceiling lifts, ensuring resident comfort and safety
- Assisted with feeding and dysphagia care
- Provided colostomy, ileostomy, and catheter care under supervision
- Documented care activities on flow sheets to maintain accurate resident health records
Education
Bachelor of Nursing (BN) - Nursing
Red River College Polytechnic
Winnipeg, MB08-2027
Health Care Assistant Diploma -
Vancouver Career College
Burnaby, BC01-2013
High School Diploma -
University of Winnipeg Collegiate
Winnipeg, MB01-2005
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Patient advocacy
- Empathetic patient care
- Therapeutic communication
- Multidisciplinary teamwork
- Adaptable and quick to learn new clinical skills
- Organizational skills
- Calm under pressure
- Critical thinking
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider, 05/25
- Standard First Aid / CPR / AED Level C
- WHMIS, 05/24
References
- Qais Basir, Home Care Resource Coordinator
- Barb Trottier, Clinical Instructor, Cardiology, St. Boniface Hospital
- Alisa Courville, LPN, Former Coworker, Belvedere Care Home
- Jana Muzyka, Previous Day Manager, Joey Polo Park
Additional Work Experience
Server/Bartender, Joey Restaurant, Winnipeg, MB, Burnaby, BC, 01/01/09, 08/01/13, Delivered high-quality customer service in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple responsibilities.
Timeline
Home Care Attendant
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
02.2015 - 02.2026
Health Care Aide
Belvedere Care Centre
08.2013 - 10.2014
Health Care Assistant Practicum
Queens Park Care Centre
03.2013 - 05.2013
Server/Bartender
Joey Restaurant
01.2009 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Nursing (BN) - Nursing
Red River College Polytechnic
Health Care Assistant Diploma -
Vancouver Career College
High School Diploma -
University of Winnipeg Collegiate