Tanya Spencer
Wolfville,NS
Summary
Compassionate continuing care assistant with 19 years of experience in patient health monitoring and care delivery. Expertise in accurate documentation and collaborative care planning, resulting in improved patient outcomes. Currently pursuing practical nursing degree, expected graduation June 2026.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Continuing Care Assistant
Victoria Order of Nurses
Annapolis Valley, NS
03.2006 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client care and service delivery.
- Provided emotional support to residents during difficult times.
- Encouraged independence among residents and patients while providing assistance when needed.
- Developed positive relationships with residents and patients through compassionate interactions.
- Provided personal care services to patients, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Assisted in the preparation of meals and snacks for patients according to their dietary needs.
- Assisted with activities of daily living such as toileting, transferring from bed to wheelchair, eating and ambulation.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physician in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Customer Service Associate
Walmart
Truro , NS
2003 - 2005
- Processed transactions efficiently at checkout to minimize wait times.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and service requests, enhancing overall experience.
- Handled customer complaints with empathy and professionalism to resolve issues effectively.
- Stocked shelves and organized products for optimal visibility and accessibility.
Education
Practical Nursing Diploma
NSCC
Truro, NS06.2026
Continuing Care Assistant
NSCC
Truro, NS06.2006
Skills
- Effective communication
- Home health care
- Empathy and compassion
- Clinical documentation
- Caregiving skills
- Palliative care
- Clinical judgment
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Charting accuracy
- Patient advocacy
Certification
First Aid & CPR Level 3 (2024)
Timeline
Continuing Care Assistant
Victoria Order of Nurses
03.2006 - Current
Customer Service Associate
Walmart
2003 - 2005
Practical Nursing Diploma
NSCC
Continuing Care Assistant
NSCC