Violet Farquharson
Summary
I have six years of experience as a nurse assistant, providing quality care to patients in a variety of medical settings. I deliver excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. I have a proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment. I am currently enrolled as a part-time LPN student at Red Deer Polytechnic.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Care Assistant
Alberta Health Services
09.2022 - Current
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
Continuing Care Assistant
Saskatchewan Health Authority
04.2017 - 03.2023
- Assisted in daily living activities for improved quality of life.
- Improved patient mobility by assisting with transfers and ambulation exercises.
- Observed and examined patients to detect symptoms requiring medical attention such as bruises, open wounds and persistent coughs.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to support infection control measures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Practical Nursing (LPN)
Red Deer Polytechnic
Alberta01.2023
GED -
Cumberland College
Melfort, SK09.2022
Diploma - Continuing Care Aid
Parkland College
Canora, SK09.2020
Skills
- Time Management
- Meal Preparation
- Patient-focused care
- Supporting personal needs
- Feeding Assistance
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Patient Positioning
- Mobility Assistance
- Oral Hygiene
- Patient Observation
- Heavy Lifting
Reference
Leanne Buchinski (manager) 306-563-5685
Lindsay Magnison (manager) 306-621-5817
Aaron Muenchow (teacher) 306-921-9781
Timeline
Health Care Assistant
Alberta Health Services
09.2022 - Current
Continuing Care Assistant
Saskatchewan Health Authority
04.2017 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Science - Practical Nursing (LPN)
Red Deer Polytechnic
GED -
Cumberland College
Diploma - Continuing Care Aid
Parkland College
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