Sharon Torres
DELTA,BRITISH COLUMBIA
Summary
Dedicated Health Care Assistant with proven expertise in patient-focused care and effective communication, honed at Vancouver Coastal Health Authority and other reputable institutions. Excelled in reducing infection risks and improving patient satisfaction through compassionate support and meticulous attention to detail. Certified in CPR, adept at administering medications and leveraging both empathy and technical skills to enhance patient wellbeing.
And very happy Happy to contribute to the growth of the company and share my passion in Health Care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health Care Assistant
Vancouver Coastal Health Authority
01.2016 - Current
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and 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.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to individuals with various health conditions.
Health Care Assistant
Elim Village
03.2013 - 04.2017
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
- Maintained clean environment with due consideration to health and safety issues and infection control policy.
Health Care Aide
Pro-Vita Care Management
09.2007 - 03.2013
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient independence and overall wellbeing.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Utilized problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected situations or emergencies within the healthcare setting.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Reduced patient anxiety through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Provided total hygiene care to 1-8 patients per shift by assisting with skincare, bathing, and toileting.
- Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
San Ildefonso College
Philippines03-2020
No Degree - Resident Care Attendant
Stenberg College
Surrey, BC08-2006
Skills
- Time Management/team Player
- Communicate well verbally and writing
- knowledgeable with word and excel
- Attention to detail
- Patient-focused care
- Supporting personal needs
- Empathy and Compassionate
- Emotional and Social Support
- Administering Medications
- Certified in CPR
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Communicate well
Languages
English
Full Professional
Tagalog(Filipino)
Native or Bilingual
Certification
Keyboard Skill building Level 2
MS Outlook 2019 Level 1
MS Word 2019 Level 1
Academy of Learning Career College
Year 2024
First Aide Certificate (CPR)
Vancouver Coastal Health
George Pearson Facility
Year 2019
Medication Administration
Vancouver Community College
Year 2015
Certificate of Resident Care Attendant
Year 2006
Timeline
Health Care Assistant
Vancouver Coastal Health Authority
01.2016 - Current
Health Care Assistant
Elim Village
03.2013 - 04.2017
Health Care Aide
Pro-Vita Care Management
09.2007 - 03.2013
Keyboard Skill building Level 2
MS Outlook 2019 Level 1
MS Word 2019 Level 1
Academy of Learning Career College
Year 2024
First Aide Certificate (CPR)
Vancouver Coastal Health
George Pearson Facility
Year 2019
Medication Administration
Vancouver Community College
Year 2015
Certificate of Resident Care Attendant
Year 2006
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
San Ildefonso College
No Degree - Resident Care Attendant
Stenberg College
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