Tertia Marshall
Kiwanis Manor
West Vancouver,BC
8
years of professional experience
Grade 12. Public Relations. Food and Beverage Management Provincial Standard Health Care Support Worker Orientation Program Certificate. Valid First Aid Certificate. Valid Food Safe Certificate. Graduate of 2024 HCAP program.
Work History
Kitchen manager
Registered Care Aide
1 Year 10 Months- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Administered prescribed medications under supervision, maintaining accurate records.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for residents.
- Engaged residents in social and recreational activities, enhancing quality of life.
- Monitored resident health status, promptly reporting changes to nursing staff.
- Implemented infection control measures, promoting a safe environment for residents.
- Provided emotional support and companionship, fostering a positive atmosphere within the community.
- Supported patients with mental health concerns by providing compassionate care, fostering a sense of security and stability during their stay in the facility.
- Mitigated risk of falls and injury among residents through vigilant monitoring, timely intervention, and collaboration with physical therapy staff to improve ambulation skills.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture through active engagement in team meetings, collaboration initiatives, and constructive feedback sessions among colleagues.
- Streamlined documentation processes through accurate record-keeping of patient information, progress, and concerns.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in the caregiving field.
- Delivered high-quality personal care services including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, feeding, and oral hygiene assistance as needed.
- Ensured a safe environment by promptly addressing potential hazards and adhering to infection control protocols.
- Administered medications as directed by nursing staff, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to medication schedules.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations and organizational policies.
- Prevented complications associated with immobility by regularly repositioning bed-bound patients according to established guidelines for pressure ulcer prevention.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights by voicing concerns or challenges faced during care provision to supervisors or other appropriate personnel.
- Enhanced overall patient experience by maintaining a clean, organized, and welcoming environment for residents and their families.
- Utilized effective time management skills to prioritize tasks while delivering exceptional care within tight deadlines and staffing constraints.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity in their routines.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
2 Years 5 Months
- Interned as an HCA before enrolling in Capilano University.
- Learnt the facility’s day to day procedure.
- Participated in recreational activities with clients.
- Assisted with meal preparation.
- Assisted dining room setup and cleanup.
- Made beds and did light cleanup in client’s private living space
- Assisted with ADL’S.
Vegan baker, Cleaning and maintenance coordinator
2 YearsEquipment maintenance technician
1 YearEducation
Grade 12
Food and Beverage Management Diploma
HCAP Certificate
End of Life Doula Certificate
Skills
Public Relations background
Assessing and Training staff. Time management and Efficiency.
Languages: Fluent English
fluent Afrikaans
beginner Tagalog.
IT: Proficient user of Windows
Outlook
and Word.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Interests
Writing short stories
poems and haikus.
Gardening
cooking and visiting coffee shops and cafes.
VOLUNTEER AND COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE
Food banks, South Africa and Mexico, 2006, 2018, Senior homes, makeup, conversation, reading and sing along.
INTERESTS & ACTIVITIES
Planning events, Dinner parties, Food Styling and photography. Attending BC lions’ games. opera, musicals, and live theatre. Lived in a few countries and love exploring new food and cultures. Planning events, Dinner parties, Food Styling and photography. Attending BC lions’ games. opera, musicals, and live theatre. Lived in a few countries and love exploring new food and cultures.
Timeline
Registered Care Aide
Amica Senior Lifestyles
08.2024 - 2024Read More
Kiwanis Manor
01.2024 - CurrentRead More
Kitchen manager
Grassroots Meal planning
01.2021 Read More
Vegan baker, Cleaning and maintenance coordinator
To Live for Bakery
01.2021 - 01.2023Read More
Equipment maintenance technician
Coho Commissary Kitchen
01.2018 - 01.2019Read More
End of Life Doula Certificate
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Capilano University
HCAP Certificate
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Food and Beverage Management Diploma
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Grade 12
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