Debra James
Auckland,Auckland
Summary
I am a Mother of 4,i am friendly,caring,compassionate about caring for the young and old.I Have worked as a caregiver/HCA for many years,recently working at Torbay Rest home Torbay North Shore for just over a year,i Have done residence/respite, i mainly worked in the Dementia unit caring for up to 8 Residents.I have passed my Level 4 first 2 papers in Dementia,but did not complete the last 2 papers.i Also have my first Aid Certificate.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Torbay Rest Home
Auckland, Auckland
2018.04 - 2019.05
- Assisted clients with daily living needs, including bathing and personal grooming, to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Documented vitals, behaviors and medications in clients medical records. I worked in the Residence wing,as well as the Dementia wing.
Cattery Assistant
Pet & Vet, Milford
Auckland, Auckland
2010.01 - 2018.10
- Worked with customers to resolve any problems, improve operations and provide exceptional customer service.Feeding, and cleaning of cat cages,medications,flea &worming,Sub cut Fluids,injecting cats with insulin for Diabetic cats,also worked in I131 (Radiation) area,taking care of cats with thyroid problems,i then moved onto being Cattery Manager where i was managing a small team of workers in Cattery.
Education
Westlake Girls' High School
Auckland, AucklandCertificate in Vocational & Personal Development
The Open Polytechnic Of New Zealand
Wellington, Wellington2005
Skills
Multi tasker,can do attitude to get the job done & do it to the best of my Knowledge,
- Progress documentation on Residents in my care
- Regulatory compliance of Residents in my care
Timeline
Caregiver
Torbay Rest Home
2018.04 - 2019.05
Cattery Assistant
Pet & Vet, Milford
2010.01 - 2018.10
Westlake Girls' High School
Certificate in Vocational & Personal Development
The Open Polytechnic Of New Zealand