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Susan Lambe

Edmonton,AB

Summary

Personal Care Aide experienced in assisting clients with mental impairments or physical limitations to manage everyday tasks. Skilled in geriatric care and providing companionship and direct assistance to cognitively impaired clients. Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level HCA position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Health Care Aide

Shepherds Care Kensington Cottages
11.2023 - 12.2023
  • Worked in an assisted living facility providing care for residents in early stages of dementia.
  • Reduced patient anxiety through effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient independence and overall wellbeing.
  • Ensured the safe transfer of patients using proper techniques to prevent injuries and falls.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for patients.
  • Promoted a clean and safe environment by adhering to strict infection prevention protocols.
  • Adapted quickly to changing patient conditions, adjusting care strategies accordingly for optimal results.
  • Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using evidence-based interventions.
  • 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.
  • Assisted in feeding patients by offering fluids and snacks and recording amounts consumed in logbook
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Provided total hygiene care to five plus patients per shift by assisting with skincare, bathing, and toileting.
  • Employed mobility devices and Hoyer lifts and Sit to Stand equipment to lift patients from chairs to beds, following safety procedures to avoid injuries.
  • Employed mobility devices and Hoyer and sit to stand equipment to lift patients from chairs to beds, following safety procedures to avoid injuries.
  • Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to provide patients with comprehensive care.
  • Monitored patient progress and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.

Health Care Aide

Good Samaritan, Southgate
07.2023 - 08.2023
  • Provided care for residents on first floor with diverse dementia levels requiring different levels of care.
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to healing.
  • Implemented therapeutic interventions as directed by healthcare providers, improving patient comfort and mobility.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers through frequent repositioning and regular skin assessments, maintaining patient comfort while reducing complications.
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Utilized effective communication skills when interacting with diverse populations including non-English speakers or individuals with cognitive impairments.
  • Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
  • Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
  • Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
  • Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
  • Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines.
  • Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
  • Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.

Health Care Aide

Dr. Gerald Zetter, Good Samaritan
04.2023 - 05.2023
  • Provided care for residents with different levels of dementia and participated in the Choice program offered to outside clients.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Reduced patient anxiety through effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient independence and overall wellbeing.
  • Ensured the safe transfer of patients using proper techniques to prevent injuries and falls.
  • Assisted in physical therapy sessions by guiding patients through exercises designed to improve mobility and strength.
  • Promoted a clean and safe environment by adhering to strict infection prevention protocols.
  • Adapted quickly to changing patient conditions, adjusting care strategies accordingly for optimal results.
  • Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using evidence-based interventions.
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Assisted in feeding patients by offering fluids and snacks and recording amounts consumed in logbook
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.
  • Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
  • Promoted patient socialization, self-care and development by recognizing and using patient strengths to motivate patient.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Provided total hygiene care to four plus patients per shift by assisting with skincare, bathing, and toileting.
  • Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Supported patients and family members, actively listening to concerns and offering compassionate care.
  • Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to provide patients with comprehensive care.
  • Monitored patient progress and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and completed basic repairs.
  • Provided total hygiene care to numerous patients per shift by assisting with skincare, bathing, and toileting.

Education

Health Care Aide Certificate -

Academy of Learning, West Campus
Edmonton, AB
12.2023

Diploma - Medical Office Assistant With Legal And Business

Keyin Technical College
Marystown, Newfoundland
05.1996

High School Diploma -

Pearce Regional Highschool
Salt Pond Newfoundland
06.1984

Skills

  • Provide person centered care and support to diverse client population
  • Excellent listening skills, composed, respectful and empathic
  • English speaking
  • Strong organizational skills, ability to complete work while meeting multiple demands
  • Mature and responsible
  • Flexible and can work in a variety of settings and adapt to different situations
  • Self-reliant, confident working under minimal supervision
  • Patient Lifting
  • Patient-Focused Care
  • Care Plan Implementation
  • Patient Care
  • Maintaining Privacy
  • Basic Life Support
  • Adaptable
  • Compassionate Caregiver
  • Reliable Team Player
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
  • Certified in CPR/AED

References

  • Kathryn Kennedy, LPN, HCA Instructor Lead, Academy of Learning Career College, (403) 347-6676
  • Flora Sorani, RN, HCA Instructor, Academy of Learning Career College, (403) 252-8973
  • Jennifer Fortier, LPN, HCA Lab Instructor, Academy of Learning Career College, (587) 989-7645
  • Audrey Rijavec, LPN, HCA Lab Instructor, Academy of Learning Career College, (780) 919-7523

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Additional Information

HCA Directory Certification

Certificate of completion Pallium Canada for Learning Essential Approaches to Palliative Care (LEAP)

Certificate of Professional Development for Foundational Caregiver Centered Care Education

Certificate of Professional Development for Pandemic Caregiver Centered Care Education

Timeline

Health Care Aide

Shepherds Care Kensington Cottages
11.2023 - 12.2023

Health Care Aide

Good Samaritan, Southgate
07.2023 - 08.2023

Health Care Aide

Dr. Gerald Zetter, Good Samaritan
04.2023 - 05.2023

Health Care Aide Certificate -

Academy of Learning, West Campus

Diploma - Medical Office Assistant With Legal And Business

Keyin Technical College

High School Diploma -

Pearce Regional Highschool

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