Colette Fairfield
Masterton,WGN
Summary
My caring work started at the age of 19 where I developed a love for people. I've seen people pass away and now appreciate life all the more. I had a Carer position at an old age home where I worked in all aspects of caring for the needs of the elderly.
My last patient I cared for privately as she was a bedridden motoneuron patient.
Now I'm a mother of 3 babies all born here in New Zealand.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Part-time Child Care Reliever
City Impact Church
Balclutha
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Improved language skills in young children through engaging storytelling and interactive activities.
- Assisted lead teacher in implementing age-appropriate lesson plans, fostering cognitive growth in each child.
- Maintained a safe environment for children by adhering to strict safety guidelines and protocols.
- Supported the development of fine motor skills with hands-on activities, such as arts and crafts projects.
- Facilitated socialization among children through structured group play sessions, promoting positive peer relationships.
- Contributed to a nurturing atmosphere by consistently displaying warmth and empathy towards each child.
- Aided in the enhancement of gross motor abilities through active outdoor play and physical games.
- Developed strong bonds with each child, creating a sense of security within the childcare environment.
- Managed daily routines efficiently, keeping children on track with scheduled naps, meals, and activities.
- Provided support during toilet training process, helping young children develop self-sufficiency in personal hygiene practices.
- Observed individual behaviors closely to identify any potential developmental concerns or areas needing additional support.
- Collaborated effectively with fellow childcare helpers to maintain an organized workspace conducive to learning and growth for each child.
- Cultivated a love of learning within children by introducing them to new experiences and fostering curiosity through age-appropriate activities.
- Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
- Planned and implemented crafts and other activities to spark interest and enhance development.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
Carer
Shepstone Place
South Africa
02.2017 - 06.2017
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Enhanced quality of life for clients through personalized care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Administered medications accurately, ensuring proper dosage and timely intake.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care strategies for optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families, fostering strong relationships built on trust and empathy.
- Conducted regular assessments of patients'' physical and mental status, communicating findings to medical staff as needed.
- Implemented safety measures to prevent falls, accidents, and injuries within the home environment.
- Facilitated communication between patients and healthcare providers, advocating for the best possible care solutions.
Private Home Caregiver
Florence Elisabeth Fairfield
South Africa
07.2017 - 09.2018
- Enhanced client comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care in a private home setting.
- Promoted independence and wellness for clients through personalized daily living assistance and support.
- Ensured safety of clients by diligently following care plans, monitoring health conditions, and reporting changes to healthcare professionals.
- Increased client satisfaction with tailored activities and companionship, fostering positive relationships and trust.
- Administered medications as prescribed, maintaining accurate records to ensure proper dosage and timely administration.
- Assisted clients with mobility challenges, utilizing adaptive equipment and techniques to promote safe movement within the home environment.
- Facilitated effective communication between clients, family members, and healthcare providers to maintain continuity of care.
- Improved overall quality of life for clients by addressing their physical, emotional, social, and cognitive needs in a holistic manner.
- Provided essential personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting assistance, ensuring dignity and respect at all times.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to individual dietary requirements while considering preferences for taste and presentation.
- Maintained clean and organized living spaces for clients'' well-being and peace of mind.
- Supported families by offering respite care services during periods of caregiver absence or increased need for assistance.
- Developed strong rapport with clients through active listening skills, empathy, patience, and humor when appropriate.
- Implemented therapeutic interventions or exercises under the guidance of healthcare professionals to support client recovery or maintenance of function.
- Managed household tasks efficiently such as laundry, light housekeeping duties relating to the client''s immediate environment without compromising quality of care provided to the client.
- Conducted regular assessments on clients'' well-being through structured evaluations ensuring that any concerning observations were promptly reported.
- Delivered exceptional patient-centered care by responding promptly to emergencies providing timely assistance.
- Maintained client confidentiality and privacy in accordance with HIPAA regulations and professional standards of practice.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Replaced bandages, dressings and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
- Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
Leadership Camp Instructor
Greystone Leadership Camp
South Africa
06.2014 - 12.2016
- Enhanced camper experiences by incorporating engaging activities and team-building exercises.
- Improved camp curriculum through feedback and continuous development of innovative programs.
- Led campers in a variety of outdoor activities, promoting physical fitness and teamwork.
- Promoted environmental awareness by integrating nature-based lessons into daily camp activities.
Teacher's Assistant
Kekkel En Kraai Day-care
South Africa
11.2015 - 05.2016
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
Controller
Gerry's Motors
South Africa
08.2013 - 05.2014
- Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by streamlining accounting processes and implementing internal controls.
- Reduced month-end closing time by optimizing reconciliation procedures and improving collaboration between departments.
- Increased cash flow by diligently managing accounts receivable and implementing effective collection strategies.
- Ensured timely financial statement preparation, allowing for better decision-making and strategic planning.
- Dispatching mechanics to breakdowns.
- Ensuring mechanics get breakdowns, job cards and invoices sorted after every day.
- Sorting and invoicing Client accounts.
Home Based Carer
Private Practice
South Africa
01.2012 - 10.2012
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Enhanced quality of life for clients through personalized care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Administered medications accurately, ensuring proper dosage and timely intake.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
Education
Degree - Foundation Phase Teacher
Aros
South AfricaGeneral Education Degree
GED
South Africa 07.2015
Skills
- Meeting Coordination
- Travel Arrangements
- Maintaining records
- Scheduling appointments
- Calendar Management
- Basic accounting
- Invoice Processing
- Problem-solving abilities
- Clear Communication
- Analytical Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Social media knowledge
Certification
GED as it's a General Education Diploma
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Afrikaans
Native or Bilingual
Dutch
Elementary
Zulu
Elementary
German
Elementary
Timeline
Part-time Child Care Reliever
City Impact Church
08.2019 - 12.2019
Private Home Caregiver
Florence Elisabeth Fairfield
07.2017 - 09.2018
Carer
Shepstone Place
02.2017 - 06.2017
Teacher's Assistant
Kekkel En Kraai Day-care
11.2015 - 05.2016
Leadership Camp Instructor
Greystone Leadership Camp
06.2014 - 12.2016
Controller
Gerry's Motors
08.2013 - 05.2014
Home Based Carer
Private Practice
01.2012 - 10.2012
Degree - Foundation Phase Teacher
Aros
General Education Degree
GED