Health Care Assistant

Ololade Afolayan ***-**** Hazel Street Chilliwack BC, V2P 5N6

C: 778-***-**** E: **************@*******.***

Objective

To work in an organization where I can apply my skills and education

Skills

Compassionate and client-focused care

Strong communication and interpersonal abilities

Patient transfer and mobility support

Infection control and safety awareness

Organization and time management

Team collaboration and cultural competence

Proficient in Microsoft Word and basic computer applications

Work Experience

Menno Hospital Abbotsford Abbotsford, BC June 2025-August 2025

Practicum Health Care Assistant

Responsibilities

Assisted residents with ADLs including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and feeding.

Supported residents in mobility and positioning using safe transfer techniques (e.g., sit-to-stand, ceiling lift, transfer belt).

Provided emotional support and built rapport with residents while ensuring dignity and respect.

Observed and reported changes in residents’ physical and emotional status to nursing staff.

Maintained cleanliness and infection control standards in resident rooms and care areas.

Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams (nurses, rehab aides, dietary staff) to provide person-centered care.

Documented care activities according to facility protocols and under supervision.

Practiced communication and de-escalation techniques with residents living with dementia or cognitive decline

Big Hearts Homecare Vancouver, BC Jan 2024- Present

Health Care Aide

Responsibilities

Supported clients with ADLs including bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting.

Assisted with lifts and transfers (e.g., transfer belt, sit-to-stand, ceiling lift, wheelchair).

CPAP care, Catheter care

Provided companionship and emotional support to clients.

Reminded and supported clients in taking medications.

Scheduled appointments and supported transportation needs.

Attended ongoing training to improve caregiving knowledge and safety practices.

Health Care Aide

Capable Healthcare and Home Services – Abbotsford, BC

Aug 2022 – Jan 2023

Aided with personal care, meal prep, and housekeeping tasks.

Supported clients with daily living activities to maintain comfort and independence

Education

Health Care Assistant Diploma July 2025

Sprott Shaw College – Chilliwack, BC, Canada

Higher National Diploma (HND), Computer Science – July 1997

Certifications

First Aid & CPR/AED level C (BL)

Food Safe

WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System)

Palliative Care

Violence Prevention (PHSA modules)

Infection Control & Hand Hygiene Basics (PICNet)

PPE for Homecare

SPECO (Safe Performance Expectation for Care Occupations)

Acute Care Skills

References

Available on Request

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