Elder Care in Markham, Ontario

Hello! I am currently approaching my final year in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at McMaster University. Through this education I have had three years of experience working with clients ranging in age from young adults to geriatric. I have cared for individuals with a collection of diverse medical, physical, and psychological disorders in various clinical settings. I am looking to gain practical and valuable experience through caring for your loved one and helping to maintain their independence and dignity using a client centred approach. If given the opportunity I will demonstrate my ability to care for you family member in a respectful and empathetic manner. If you would like to get in touch to discuss my application and to arrange an interview, you can contact me via email or telephone. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Take care -Rachel ***St Joseph’s Healthcare - Acute Mental Health - Level 3 Nursing Student - 2014*** ---Client diagnoses consisted of a variety of mental health disorders, some of which included schizophrenia, major depressive disorder, and generalized anxiety disorder ---Some clients had additional medical needs which required assistance with activities of daily living ---Administration of PO medications ---Administration of Subcutaneous Injections ---Wound care and dressing changes using aseptic technique ***Juravinski Hospital - Oncology & G. I. Medicine - Level 3 Nursing Student - 2013*** ---Client diagnoses consisted of many cancers, of varying stages, and requiring different treatments ---Many clients required full care in respects to AM care, toileting, and feeding ---Administration of PO medications ---Administration of Subcutaneous Injections (examples: Insulin, Heparin) ---Wound care and dressing changes using aseptic technique ***St. Joseph’s Healthcare - Complex Continuing Care - Level 2 Nursing Student - 2013*** ---Client diagnoses consisted of complicated health problems requiring in-hospital services for extended periods ---Many clients required extra medical attention and specialized hospital equipment to meet their health needs ---Many clients required full care in respects to AM care, toileting, and feeding (enteral and parenteral) ---Administration of PO medications ***St. Joseph’s Healthcare - Orthopedic Surgery - Level 2 Nursing Student - 2012*** ---Client diagnoses included varying orthopedic injuries/disorders requiring surgery and post surgery care, some of which included hip replacements, osteoporosis, and osteoarthritis ---Many patients required assistance with AM care with special consideration of painful surgical areas ---Administration of Oral (PO) medications ---Wound care and dressing changes using aseptic technique