Elder Care in Calgary, Alberta

Long Term Care student practice 2016 Clifton Manor Nursing Home, Calgary, AB  Helped patients with Activities of Daily Living, including feeding, drinking, ambulating, grooming, toileting and dressing.  Trained in special skills such as tube feeding, medication administration through PEG tube, insulin administration, and lifts (sling, sit-to-stand, and transfer belts).  Provided confidentiality, dignity and privacy to patients at all times, creating a trust-based relationship.  Worked within unpredictable circumstances of dementia resident’s behavior, such as physical or verbal aggression. Health Care Aide 2014 Le Coulengeois, Nursing Home, Quebec, QC  Helped patients with Activities of Daily Living, including feeding, drinking, ambulating, grooming, toileting and dressing  Supported the work of qualified registered nurses by recording patient observations accurately and reporting any problems of concern to primary nurse.  Provided confidentiality, dignity and privacy to patients at all times, creating a trust-based relationship.  Worked within unpredictable circumstances of dementia resident’s behavior, such as physical or verbal aggression.  Remained calm in difficult situations and supported others at the same time, reassuring the client and other residents around, and trying to distract their attention.  Provided clean, well-organized and secure surroundings, by sanitizing surfaces in common areas, and keeping clear paths for reducing risk of fall. Current first aid and CPR (health care provider) certifications.