Compassionate and dedicated Personal Support Worker with hands-on practicum experience in long-term care and assisted living environments. Skilled in delivering safe, respectful, and person-centered care, including bathing, grooming, feeding, and mobility assistance. Demonstrates excellent communication and teamwork skills, with a strong understanding of infection prevention, documentation, and palliative care. Committed to promoting residents' dignity, comfort, and emotional well-being.
Work History
Health Care Assistant(Practicum)-Assisted Living
Chartwell Langley Gardens Retirement Residence
10.2024 - 10.2024
Supported residents to and from activities, encouraging participation.
Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to individuals with various health conditions.
Increased patient safety by promptly addressing concerns and reporting incidents or potential hazards to supervisory staff.
Contributed to efficient patient care by accurately documenting medical information and maintaining up-to-date records.
Responded swiftly to emergency situations, providing prompt assistance while following established protocols until professional help arrived onsite.
Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
Health Care Assistant(Practicum) - Long-Term Care
Nicola Lodge Nursing Home
09.2024 - 10.2024
Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
Arranged bedding and cushions to enhance patient comfort in bed and chairs.
Repositioned and supported mobility using assistive devices and transfer techniques.
Provided emotional and palliative support to residents and families.
Documented changes in residents' condition and reported to the care team.
Participated in care conferences and followed individualized care plans.
Education
HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT CERTIFICATE -
WESTERN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
11.2024
Skills
Standard First Aid & CPR - Level C
WHMIS & Workplace Safety Training
Food Safety Level 1 (BC)
Medication Management
Resident Personal Care (Feeding, Ambulation, Bathing, Grooming)
Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC)
Emotional and Palliative Support
Care Planning & Documentation
Dementia and Cognitive Support
Mobility assistance
Documenting behaviors
Infection control
Emotional support
Time management
Patient care
Mobility & Transfer Support
Use of Assistive Devices (Glasses, Walkers, Hearing Aids)
Health Care Assistant (HCA) at Chartwell Langley Gardens Retirement ResidenceHealth Care Assistant (HCA) at Chartwell Langley Gardens Retirement Residence