Victoria Abel
EDMONTON,AB
Summary
Committed Direct Care Worker brings success in healthcare roles. Skilled at assisting with daily living activities and meal preparation. Focused on maintaining client safety and comfort through continuous monitoring and care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health Care Aide
Venta care centre
Edmonton, Alberta
03.2023 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs for health assessments.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to residents.
- Assisted in mobility and transportation of residents as needed.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance caregiving skills and knowledge.
- Helped patients maintain their independence while providing support when needed.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for all patients according to health regulations standards.
- Provided assistance to patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and eating.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Answered call lights promptly in order to meet patient needs in a timely manner.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Reported any changes or concerns to supervising nurse or physician promptly.
- Observed and documented changes in patient's condition including physical and emotional well-being.
- Provided emotional support to those requiring end-of-life care.
- Participated in continuing education activities to stay up-to-date on best practices.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations following established protocols.
Personal Support Worker
Sienna senior living
Brampton, ON
08.2020 - 01.2023
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Monitored health status and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules and protocols.
- Documented resident progress notes accurately in care plans.
- Assisted clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Provided personal hygiene assistance including oral care, shampooing hair, changing bed linens.
- Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
- Developed positive relationships with patients by demonstrating empathy and respect for their needs.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as laundry services for residents.
- Ensured that all necessary supplies are available for providing quality patient care.
- Made beds, swept floors, and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
- Maintained a safe environment for clients by ensuring all equipment is properly stored when not in use.
- Lifted, moved, and adjusted clients to ambulate individuals for diverse needs.
- Monitored changes in client behavior and reported any concerns to nursing staff.
- Provided emotional support for terminally ill patients and their families.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving clients' safety or well-being.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Care And Education
Humber College
TorontoSome College (No Degree) - Practical Nursing
Georgian College
BarrieSkills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication administration
- Patient documentation
- Personal care assistance
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Certification
Crisis prevention intervention
CPR
First Aid
BLS
Accomplishments
Honors in my diploma certificate in Early Childhood Education
Affiliations
Love singing, cooking
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Health Care Aide
Venta care centre
03.2023 - Current
Personal Support Worker
Sienna senior living
08.2020 - 01.2023
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Care And Education
Humber College
Some College (No Degree) - Practical Nursing
Georgian College