Damanpreet Kaur

Continuing Care Assistant trained in person-centered support, personal care, and infection prevention through clinical placement at Shannex Parkstone and volunteer work with Nova Scotia Health Authority. Assists residents with mobility, activities of daily living, and mealtime support while maintaining dignity and safety. Combines dementia care expertise with leadership and problem-solving from healthcare and service roles, with over 5 years supporting residents and patients.

Home Care Mentorship - Northwood - Halifax

(2026-08 - 2026-09)

• Provided personal care (bathing, dressing, hygiene) while preserving resident dignity and comfort
• Administered prescribed medications on schedule using medication records and alerts
• Performed safe transfers and mobility support for immobile clients to prevent falls and injuries
• Delivered daily range-of-motion exercises to dementia clients to maintain joint flexibility and reduce stiffness
• Recorded vital signs and behavioral observations in electronic care notes to inform care-plan adjustments

CCA IN TRAINING - MENTORSHIP - Rosecrest - Meadows - Lower Sackville

(2026-08)

• Provided daily hygiene and toileting care for up to eight residents, preserving dignity and privacy
• Performed safe transfer techniques during supervised mobility sessions, increasing resident independence in transfers
• Observed and reported subtle cognitive or mood changes to mentor, prompting earlier care-plan review
• Prepared resident rooms and stocked supplies per infection-control checklist before admissions
• Entered ADL observations in facility EHR, improving documentation accuracy

CCA IN TRAINING - CLINICAL PLACEMENT - Shannex Parkstone - Halifax, NS

(2026-08)

• Delivered person-centered care that preserved resident dignity and comfort during daily routines, emphasizing personal care and daily living support
• Assisted with bathing, dressing, toileting and feeding to maintain residents' health and routine, following patient safety protocols
• Maintained resident mobility and safety through mobility support, safe transfers and fall-risk precautions
• Adhered to infection prevention and control protocols, including WHMIS guidelines, to protect residents and staff
• Communicated with CCAs, nurses and the care team to coordinate resident-focused care and ensure effective teamwork
• Applied First Aid and CPR knowledge in accordance with clinical guidelines when needed

PATIENT MEAL TIME VOLUNTEER - Nova Scotia Health Authority - Halifax, NS

(2026-02)

• Assisted patients with meal setup, improving mealtime comfort and resident dignity during service
• Provided emotional support and clear communication to patients and staff, supporting patient safety and reducing agitation
• Maintained a clean, safe environment by following healthcare standards and infection control protocols during shifts
• Supported clinical staff in delivering personal care and patient care in a fast-paced setting to sustain service quality
• Aided patients with limited mobility in opening containers and cutting food at each meal, promoting independence and mobility support

PERSONAL CARE AIDE - Private Client - Montreal, QC

(2022-05 - 2022-12)

• Provided hands-on personal care and daily living assistance to preserve client dignity and comfort, ensuring patient safety
• Prepared and served meals and assisted with hygiene tasks to support nutrition, self-care, and infection control
• Encouraged client independence through guided routines and mobility support, fostering resident dignity
• Observed and reported changes in physical and mental status to inform caregiver decisions using clear communication skills
• Maintained a clean, safe home environment to reduce hazards and promote wellbeing, applying WHMIS and First Aid knowledge as needed

PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER - Sobana Hospital - Mohali, Punjab

(2020-01 - 2021-09)

• Assisted clients with daily living and personal hygiene, improving comfort and resident dignity through personal care
• Monitored and recorded vital signs, alerting nursing staff to notable changes in condition using effective communication
• Maintained client living areas and prepared nutritious meals to support appetite, recovery, and patient safety
• Changed dressings and bandages to promote wound healing and maintain sanitary care, adhering to infection control protocols
• Transported clients to appointments and outings, ensuring safe arrival and supporting mobility needs

HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT - Civil Hospital - Mobali, Punjab

(2019-05 - 2019-11)

• Assisted patients with personal care tasks to maintain dignity and promote comfort, emphasizing resident dignity and daily living
• Supported safe patient mobility and transfers to reduce fall risk during shifts, applying mobility support techniques
• Provided compassionate daily-care support, improving patient comfort and compliance while maintaining patient safety
• Maintained patient privacy and safety by following protocols during direct care and practicing infection control
• Cleaned patient areas and followed infection-control practices, including WHMIS procedures, to limit cross-contamination

Continuing Care Assistant - CBBC Career College (2026-04)

Software Testing - Matrix College of Management, Technology and Healthcare (2022-10)