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Basil Saji Varghese

Glenview,Hamilton

Summary

Completed senior secondary education and currently pursuing a Bachelor of Nursing at Wintec, Hamilton. Demonstrates exceptional communication skills, proactivity, and attention to detail. Experienced in aged care services in India, with a strong commitment to assisting vulnerable populations. Culturally aware and sensitive, seeking opportunities to contribute to a reputable organization while expanding professional horizons.

Work History

Elderly Caregiver Volunteer

DOXA Palliative Home Care
Kerala, India
05.2023 - 09.2023
  • Carried out daily chores for clients, which included assisting them with personal care, cleaning their rooms, preparing meals, giving medications, grocery shopping, and doing laundry.
  • Frequently entrusted with the care of long-term clients, focusing on building and maintaining a friendly relationship.
  • Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
  • Provided guidance to patients on the advantages of adhering to prescribed meal plans.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly individuals.

Education

Bachelor of Nursing -

Waikato Institute of Technology
11-2026

Senior Secondary Schooling -

Center Board of Secondary Education
India

Skills

  • Personal care assistance
  • Emotional support
  • Daily living support
  • Team collaboration
  • Mobility assistance
  • Respite care
  • Incontinence care
  • Fall prevention
  • Patient assistance

Affiliations

Student nurse (placement)

Waikato Hospital – orthopaedics, Hamilton, NZ

May 2025 – June 2025 (Full-Time Placement)

  • Provided person-centered care to patients with orthopedic injuries and post-surgical needs under RN supervision
  • Assisted with wound care, vital signs monitoring, pain management, pressure injury prevention, and mobility support
  • Participated in interdisciplinary meetings alongside RNs, HCAs, OTs, and PTs to discuss short- and long-term patient goals
  • Documented nursing care accurately in line with organizational policies and patient confidentiality requirements
  • Demonstrated safe medication administration practice following the 'five rights' under RN supervision
  • Developed therapeutic communication skills and built rapport with patients from diverse cultural backgrounds
  • Maintained patient dignity and comfort while providing personal hygiene support to those with limited mobility or post-operative needs

Training

  • New Zealand First Aid Certificate (Practical Training Solutions).
  • Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association.
  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

References

Joseena, Pramod, RN, joseenapramod@gmail.com, 0223602872, Waikato Hospital

Timeline

Elderly Caregiver Volunteer

DOXA Palliative Home Care
05.2023 - 09.2023

Bachelor of Nursing -

Waikato Institute of Technology

Senior Secondary Schooling -

Center Board of Secondary Education

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