Yolanda Dagdag
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Self-motivated healthcare aide offering 10 years at 9 months of experience in health care environment. Promotes superior time-management skills, compassionate bedside manner and astute observational ability. Knowledgeable about mobility assistance and patient hygiene needs. Highly-motivated with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Support Worker
Circle of Care
Toronto
07.2013 - 04.2024
- Assisted clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Provided companionship to isolated or lonely clients by engaging in conversation and accompanying them on outings.
- Transported clients to medical appointments or other destinations as needed.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop care plans for individual patients.
- Educated families about the patient's condition and provided support during difficult times.
- Monitored changes in client behavior and reported any concerns to nursing staff.
- Prepared meals according to dietary needs of individuals served.
- Encouraged clients to participate in recreational activities such as reading, playing games, and socializing with others.
- Maintained a safe environment for clients by ensuring all equipment is properly stored when not in use.
- Provided personal hygiene assistance including oral care, shampooing hair, changing bed linens.
- Assessed physical condition of patients and identified health problems requiring further medical intervention.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as laundry services for residents.
Live-In Caregiver
Morris and Ruth Lazarus
Toronto
10.2009 - 06.2013
- Assisted elderly clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming and meal preparation.
- Provided companionship to elderly clients by engaging in conversation and accompanying them on errands or outings.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments, grocery stores, and other necessary destinations.
- Developed individualized care plans for each client based on their needs and preferences.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and glucose levels.
- Administered prescribed medications according to physician instructions and monitored for adverse reactions.
- Maintained records of client care services provided including changes in condition or treatment plan.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, family members and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as laundry, tidying up living spaces and changing bed linens.
- Helped clients maintain a healthy lifestyle through exercise programs tailored to their needs.
- Accompanied clients on recreational activities such as walks or trips to the park.
- Organized medication reminders for clients taking multiple prescriptions throughout the day.
- Ensured proper nutrition by preparing meals according to dietary guidelines set forth by doctors or nutritionists.
- Provided mental stimulation through games, puzzles and other activities designed for cognitive development.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Transported patients to medical, dental and personal care appointments.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
Live-In Caregiver
Janet and Edbert Guarin
Toronto
02.2007 - 10.2009
- Provided daily assistance with personal care such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Conducted light housekeeping tasks including laundry, bed making and meal preparation.
- Transported children to and from school, extra-curricular activities and play-dates.
Private Caregiver
Shoshana Dudai
, Israel
03.2002 - 01.2007
- Assisted elderly clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming and meal preparation.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments, grocery stores, and other necessary destinations.
- Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and glucose levels.
- Administered prescribed medications according to physician instructions and monitored for adverse reactions.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, family members and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
- Accompanied clients on recreational activities such as walks or trips to the park.
- Organized medication reminders for clients taking multiple prescriptions throughout the day.
- Ensured proper nutrition by preparing meals according to dietary guidelines set forth by doctors or nutritionists.
- Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
- Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Transported patients to medical, dental and personal care appointments.
Education
Personal Support Worker -
Thompson Carrer College
Toronto, ON01-2010
Caregiver Certificate
Execute Tech. Consultants Trade Test & Training
Philippines01-2001
Junior Secretarial Course Certificate
Camiling Colleges-Philippines
01-1988
Standard First Aide With CPR-C Life Saving Society
Skills
- Time management skills and can work under pressure in a fast paced environment
- Function independently and in collaboration with other members of the healthcare team
- Advocate for patients right ; endeavor to understand patient's concern and need
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Personal Support Worker
Circle of Care
07.2013 - 04.2024
Live-In Caregiver
Morris and Ruth Lazarus
10.2009 - 06.2013
Live-In Caregiver
Janet and Edbert Guarin
02.2007 - 10.2009
Private Caregiver
Shoshana Dudai
03.2002 - 01.2007
Personal Support Worker -
Thompson Carrer College
Caregiver Certificate
Execute Tech. Consultants Trade Test & Training
Junior Secretarial Course Certificate
Camiling Colleges-Philippines
Standard First Aide With CPR-C Life Saving Society
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