Elder Care in Ottawa, Ontario

Resume upon request. CAREGIVER RESUME Warm, loving and caring. Eager to provide comfort and safety to clients. PROFILE Extremely capable and compassionate Caregiver with extensive experience in elderly and disabled caregiving. Hard-working and honest individual who is able to take initiative and follow instructions accurately. HIGHLIGHTS • Over 33 years experience in Geriatrics • Able to handle emergency and unforeseen situations effectively CAREGIVING EXPERTISE • Good body mechanics • Safe use of medications • Nutritious meals preparation • Falls prevention • Attention to detail • Toileting/bathing assistance PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE • Assist elderly with dressing, bathing, grooming and toileting • Monitor necessary signs including blood pressure, pulse, temperature and respiration and administer medication • Provide good skin care to avoid bed sores • Maintain sanitation standards of the client’s house • Plan and prepare meals according to specific diet plans and assisting partaking of meals • Provide assistance with walking and light exercises • Assist individual in and out of beds and to their desired place in and around the house or facility • Engage clients in conversation with a view to keeping them entertained • Ensure the quality of life for the individual by contributing to a positive living environments • Listen to clients and provide compassionate responses • Reported unexpected changes of the client’s physical, mental or emotional health to the family and agency • Take notes of responses to medicines and create reports for medical intervention purposes EDUCATION Bachelor in Science of Nursing (B......N.) University of Ottawa ADDITIONAL SKILLS • Excellent communication skills