I am a highly-motivated person with the desire to take on new challenges. I am seeking employment that will utilize my skill set while still allowing me to maintain a flexible schedule. I have a strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. I am adept at working effectively, unsupervised, and quickly mastering new skills. Also, I am skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
Self Employed
Berwick And Surrounding Area, NB
01.2012 - Current
Respect the rights of each client; by focusing on their dignity, while maintaining confidentiality and creating a safe environment.
While assisting clients (senior and child) with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming, independence is encouraged.
Accomplished with general wound care, administering prescribed medications, catheter and ostomy maintenance.
Familiar with monitoring sugars, taking blood pressure, while observing for changes in behavior or physical conditions that need to be reported to clients` families.
Transport clients to doctors` appointments, errands, social events, `Sunday drives` and sporting events.
Assure proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping, general housekeeping and laundry needs.
Participate in meetings with family members regarding client progress or concerns. Help develop plans for respite care when needed based on availability of family members or other caregivers.
Educate families about available resources for home health care services in the local community.
Improve patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Create safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
Help patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
Provide activities for maintaining cognitive abilities.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Kings District High School
Auburn, NS
06-1990
Skills
Respectful, compassionate, empathetic and non judgemental
Lots of patience
Advocacy skills
Organization skills
Conscientious
Deal with high stress situations with ease and calmness
Work well with others
Extremely confidential and trustworthy
Able to keep separate personal and professional life
Sets clear boundaries between work and personal time