Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Donna Ralston

Carterton,WGN

Summary

Dedicated caregiver with proven expertise in elderly care and daily living assistance, honed at Roseneath Rest Home and Shirleys Home Care. Excelled in providing compassionate support and managing multiple tasks efficiently, enhancing patient quality of life. Skilled in first aid and fostering long-term, professional relationships, ensuring a safe and respectful environment for all clients.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Caregiving

Roseneath Rest Home
05.2023 - 11.2023
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.

Home Care Provider

Shirleys Home Care
01.2015 - 11.2017
  • Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care tailored to individual needs.
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
  • Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
  • Upheld strict standards of privacy and confidentiality in all aspects of caregiving, maintaining the dignity and respect for patients at all times.
  • Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
  • Promoted a safe home environment for patients by identifying potential hazards and implementing necessary adjustments.

Education

School Certificate, University Entrance -

Wellington East Girls' College
Wellington, WGN

Skills

  • Respectful and Compassionate
  • Time Management
  • Elderly Care
  • Problem-Solving
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Daily living assistance
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Basic Housekeeping
  • Emotional Support
  • Strong Ethics
  • First aid and safety

Certification

Level 3 Health,Aged and Disabilty Certificate

Timeline

Caregiving

Roseneath Rest Home
05.2023 - 11.2023

Home Care Provider

Shirleys Home Care
01.2015 - 11.2017

School Certificate, University Entrance -

Wellington East Girls' College
Donna Ralston