Vanessa McKinnon
Summary
I am an ambitious individual who works well under pressure. I also work well independently and within a team setting. My experience as a personal care assistant in the emergency department over the years has given me the opportunity to enhance my learning skills in a fast pace setting, my time management and my continuous desire to help others during critical moments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Assistant (Emergency Department)
Horizon Health Network
03.2023 - Current
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Improved patient satisfaction by responding promptly to call lights and addressing needs or concerns.
- Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient medical support.
Educator
Anna-Malenfant Club
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Facilitated group play activities that promoted social interaction, teamwork, and problem-solving skills among children.
- Planned and implemented crafts and other activities to spark interest and enhance development.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
Personal Support Worker
Finlandia Village
01.2020 - 08.2022
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Facilitated mobility assistance for patients requiring help with transfers or ambulation.
- Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Université De Moncton
Moncton, NB05.2024
High School Diploma -
College Notre-Dame
Sudbury, ON06.2020
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Team Collaboration
- Fast Learner
- Patience and understanding
- Time Management
- Bilingual Fluency
- Compassionate communication
- Flexible schedule and availability
- Reliability and punctuality
- Dependable and Responsible
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Highlights
- Recruited from Ontario to play Varsity Women's Hockey for the University of Moncton Aigles Bleus
Certification
- Certified in CPR, Heart and Stoke - Fall 2023
- Certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Heart an Stroke - Fall 2023
- Certified in Pediatric Advanced Life Support, Heart and Stroke - Fall 2023
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Patient Care Assistant (Emergency Department)
Horizon Health Network
03.2023 - Current
Educator
Anna-Malenfant Club
10.2022 - 03.2023
Personal Support Worker
Finlandia Village
01.2020 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Université De Moncton
High School Diploma -
College Notre-Dame
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