CHRISTINA PATRICIA ANN CHISNALL
Woodend,Christchurch
Summary
I am a dedicated caregiver with over 9 years of experience in aged care and disability services, spanning hospital, palliative, rest home, and assisted living environments. I am recognised for providing both emotional and physical support to residents and staff. My strong communication skills, coupled with cultural sensitivity, enable me to care for a diverse range of individuals, ensuring their varying physical and emotional needs are consistently met.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
Medcall & Florence Nightingale Agency’s
07.2024 - Current
- (Sister Agency Companies)
- Provided in-home care, including personal care, cleaning, companionship, and household support.
- Delivered care in rest home and hospital facilities, working with clients with mental health conditions and complex care needs.
- Assisted with daily living tasks such as shopping, meal preparation, and household chores.
- Responded to last-minute shift requests, travelling across Christchurch and Auckland, and adapting quickly to new environments.
- Maintained accurate records and promptly reported health or safety concerns.
- Experienced in integrating into new care settings and supporting clients’ routines with professionalism and empathy.
Podiatry Assistant & Receptionist
Feet First Podiatry - Christchurch
Christchurch
11.2023 - 02.2025
- Assisted podiatrists in clinical procedures, including routine foot care, wound management, and diabetes foot assessments.
- Provided patient education on foot care, diabetic foot health, and treatment plans.
- Performed administrative tasks such as appointment scheduling, record-keeping, and handling patient enquiries.
- Managed receptionist duties once a week, greeting patients, handling calls, and ensuring smooth clinic operations.
- Maintained a clean and organised clinical environment, adhering to infection control protocols.
Full-Time Support Worker
Laura Ferguson Brain Injury Trust
12.2020 - 07.2024
- Adapted to a rotating roster of mornings and afternoons, demonstrating flexibility in shift work. Often picked up shifts throughout my time.
- Provided specialised care for individuals with traumatic and non-traumatic brain injuries, spanning a wide range of ages and personality types.
- Led teams by managing day-to-day activities, administering medication, and coordinating communication between families and a multidisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated strong time management skills to ensure efficient operation within the facility.
- Managed residents' finances, documentation, household cleaning, and meal preparation.
- Developed weekly grocery lists and meal plans within a budget, assisting residents with purchasing ingredients.
- Oversaw purchase costs and ensured adherence to budget while ordering essential items to maintain the facility.
- I also had a key-worker role with several residents during my time at Laura Fergusson.
Full-Time Personal Caregiver
Private Client
07.2019 - 11.2020
- Completed 12-hour shifts, both day and night, delivering 60 hours of weekly care for an elderly gentleman in his home.
- Assisted with activities of daily living (ADLs), administered medication as prescribed, and organised outings.
- Drove the client to appointments and various locations as needed.
- Coordinated with the multidisciplinary community care team to ensure his well-being and proper care.
- Prepared meals and maintained a clean, safe home environment.
- Assisted the client with financial management, including banking and budgeting.
Full-Time Caregiver
Alpine View Retirement Village
06.2017 - 07.2019
- Assisted residents with personal care, including laundry, ironing, and maintaining hygiene.
- Performed and documented basic wound management.
- Served as the first responder for on-site emergencies, providing first aid for incidents ranging from heart attacks to skin tears until ambulance arrival.
- Liaised with residents' relatives and communicated with the senior nurse on duty.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team, including specialists in older persons' health, to ensure comprehensive resident care.
- Managed stock control and placed orders for wound care products and continence supplies.
- Followed individualised care plans, monitored resident behavior, and administered prescribed medication via Medimap.
Casual Caregiver
Holmwood Hospital & Rest Home Rangiora (Oceania)
06.2016 - 06.2017
- Assisted residents with all activities of daily living and health requirement needs.
- Maintained resident records and documentation
- Offered companionship to residents and played games with them or read to them.
- Reported any concerns to the nurse in charge.
Skills
- Calm, Upbeat Demeanor: create a positive and reassuring environment for patients
- Active Listening: Understand and address patient needs through careful attention to their concerns
- Effective Monitoring: Identify and report changes in patient condition promptly
- Familiarity with Medical Software: Proficient in various healthcare applications for managing patient information
- Medication Administration: Competent in dispensing medication using MediMap
- Vital Sign Monitoring: skilled in taking and recording blood sugars, blood pressures, and other vital signs
- Team Collaboration: Work effectively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive patient care
- Time Management: Prioritise tasks efficiently to manage high workloads and ensure timely care
- Adaptability: Quickly adjust to new environments and patient needs, maintaining high-quality care under pressure
- Patient advocacy: advocate for patients' needs and preferences, ensuring their voices are heard in their care plans
Certification
- First aid certificate – completed on 2022-07-19
- Studied and completed Level 1, 2 & 3 NCEA
- Basic wound care management certificate with Nurse Maude (May 2019)
- NZQA Level 3 Health and Wellbeing
- NZQA Level 4 Health and Wellbeing
- Level 4 Pre Health - completed 2022-12-02
- Currently studying to be a podiatrist at AUT
- Full driver's licence
Timeline
Caregiver
Medcall & Florence Nightingale Agency’s
07.2024 - Current
Podiatry Assistant & Receptionist
Feet First Podiatry - Christchurch
11.2023 - 02.2025
Full-Time Support Worker
Laura Ferguson Brain Injury Trust
12.2020 - 07.2024
Full-Time Personal Caregiver
Private Client
07.2019 - 11.2020
Full-Time Caregiver
Alpine View Retirement Village
06.2017 - 07.2019
Casual Caregiver
Holmwood Hospital & Rest Home Rangiora (Oceania)
06.2016 - 06.2017