Hi, my name is Ofelia. I am Filipino and I love cooking and housekeeping. I have 32 years of experience in taking care of children and the elderly, with 12 years in Hong Kong and nearly 20 years in Canada. I studied as a Nursing aide for a year at Montreal Nursing Aid. Throughout my studies and experience, I learned and applied basic bedside nursing techniques in both homes and institutions. I have become aware of the processes and problems associated with aging and the chronic disorders that often accompany it. I apply basic communication techniques when caring for elderly persons and am skillful in teamwork. I utilize techniques to minimize hazards to myself and others, and I am trained in the principles of caring for patients safely (PDSB), emergency measures such as CPR, and First Aid. I also have supervised practical experience from the Montreal Hospital and St. Margaret's Nursing Home in Westmount. References are available upon request. Thank you.

I am an expert caregiver helping elderly individuals keeps their independence. Dedicated to offering the best care all the while maintaining a high level of diplomacy. Discreet and professional, comfortable working in a family environment. Here’s my CV summary. Specific Knowledge: - Elderly Care - Companionships - Bathing/Personal hygiene - Medical Appointments - Nutrition and dietary needs - Meal Preparation and housekeeping - Journaling - specialized equipment Training : Nursing Aid Certificate Prior Experience: Caregiver for 13 years in Hongkong and 12 years in Canada. Qualities and attributes: - Empathetic and honest - Resilient, strong - Able to work under pressure - Communicates in warm/polite manner - takes initiative, compassionate I did my On the Job Training and volunteered at St. Margaret’s Nursing Home. My Employment Summary: - Monitoring patient's physical and mental condition, intake and output and exercise routines. - Providing housekeeping and laundry services, shopping for food, preparing and serving meals and snacks, running errands. - Assisting in the morning including washing /bathing and dressing and maintaining personal appearance. - Aiding with undressing and getting to bed in the evening. - Teaching use of a cane or walker, special utensils to eat, special techniques and equipment for personal hygiene, - Helping by appropriate ways to lift, turn, and re-position the patient, advising on nutrition, cleanliness, and housekeeping - Recording information, notifying nursing supervisor of changing or unusual conditions. - Maintaining a safe, secure and healthy environment by the following sepsis standards and procedures. - Following prescribed dietary requirements and nutrition standards.