I am a dedicated and compassionate Health Care Assistant trained in British Columbia, with hands-on experience providing high-quality care in a long-term care environment. I am experienced in independently managing a full spectrum of resident care needs in a fast-paced setting, confidently prioritizing tasks, responding to changing resident conditions, and maintaining consistent, person-centered care while working collaboratively with nurses and the interdisciplinary team.

My daily responsibilities include comprehensive morning and evening care; bathing and hygiene support; toileting and peri-care; safe incontinence management; mobility assistance; repositioning; feeding assistance; and the use of mechanical lifts and friction-reducing devices. I regularly support seniors living with dementia, Alzheimer’s, cognitive decline, and behavioral expressions, and I apply trauma-informed and person-centered approaches to reduce distress and promote comfort and dignity.

In addition to my clinical skills, I bring a high level of adaptability that sets me apart. During staffing shortages or peak activity, I seamlessly transition between HCA responsibilities and hospitality duties—supporting kitchen operations, preparing meal trays, serving residents, managing dining room safety, and maintaining sanitation standards. Being able to uphold both care and hospitality responsibilities simultaneously in a long-term care setting has allowed me to support continuity of care and reduce workflow interruptions for the team—something my coworkers consistently appreciate.

Certificates & Training:

-Health Care Assistant Certificate – British Columbia (Stenberg College)
-Food Safe Level 1
-First Aid & CPR Level C
-WHMIS
-Safe Handling & Mobility Training (including mechanical lifts)
-Dementia & Trauma-Informed Care Training
-Incontinence Care Training

Before becoming an HCA, I gained over three years of experience in healthcare support and customer service, including assisting patients in Australia with their treatment programs. This experience sparked my passion for senior care and shaped the calm, respectful, and patient-centered approach I carry into every shift.

I am committed to ensuring that every senior I care for feels safe, respected, and supported—physically, emotionally, and socially. Families describe me as reliable, gentle, attentive, and someone who consistently goes beyond expectations to maintain the highest standard of care.