About Me
Dedicated and compassionate healthcare professional with a bachelor’s degree in nursing and over 10 years of experience in public health. Currently volunteering with the Canadian Red Cross, providing essential support and care to diverse clients. Skilled in taking vital signs, assisting with patient mobility, and maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients.
Committed to delivering high-quality care, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills, and thriving in fast-paced environments. Eager to leverage my extensive background in patient care and community health to contribute effectively as a Patient Care Assistant.
Highlights
- Demonstrated ability to provide compassionate care and support to patients in a healthcare setting, focusing on those with complex physical, mental health, and addiction needs.
- Proficient in assisting patients with daily living activities, including taking vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse), positioning, and transporting.
- Skilled in maintaining a clean, organized, and safe environment by making beds, sanitizing rooms, and managing supplies.
- Experience working under high-pressure conditions, showcasing strong crisis de-escalation and resilience skills.
- Collaborative team player with experience supporting multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure quality patient care.
- Knowledgeable in-patient care best practices, harm reduction techniques, and overdose prevention, including using naloxone.
Education & Training
2011 -BSc in Nursing
Mekelle Millennium College, Ethiopia
2022 - MPH in Field Epidemiology
Mekelle University, Ethiopia
2024 - CPR and First Aid
Canadian Red Cross, Toronto
Work Experience
Patient Care Volunteer
Aug 2023 –Present
Friendly Calls Program – Canadian Red Cross,
- Provided compassionate support to clients through regular check-in calls, ensuring their emotional and physical needs were addressed.
- Assisted in coordinating resources for clients, enhancing their access to healthcare services within the community.
- Maintained detailed records of client interactions to ensure continuity of care and effective communication with healthcare teams.
Public Health Emergency & Surveillance Officer
Nov 2017 – Jun 2021
UNICEF/Afar Disaster Prevention Food Security Commission - Afar Regional State Health Bureau,
- Monitored health indicators and reported on patient health conditions, enhancing the responsiveness of healthcare interventions.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to transport patients between facilities, ensuring safe and timely transfers.
- Conducted health education sessions that improved community knowledge regarding health practices, leading to better patient outcomes.
Public Health Emergency & Surveillance Officer
Nov 2015 – Nov 2017
Afar Regional State Health Bureau
- Provided direct support in managing patient care processes during emergencies, including vital signs assessments and data collection for tracking health trends.
- Engaged with patients to understand their needs and concerns, fostering a compassionate care environment.
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