Emelina Veikoso
Dunedin
Summary
Compassionate Health Care Assistant with experience at Montecillo Veterans Home & Hospital, skilled in patient-focused care and mobility assistance. Demonstrated attention to detail and empathy while enhancing patient comfort and well-being. Successfully collaborated with nursing staff to implement tailored care plans, ensuring high standards of hygiene and safety.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Care Assistant
Montecillo Veterans Home & Hospital
03.2018 - Current
- Assisted in delivering compassionate care to patients, ensuring comfort and support during activities.
- Supported daily living activities, including personal hygiene, mobility, and meal preparation for residents.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment by adhering to infection control protocols and safety guidelines.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to implement care plans tailored to individual patient requirements.
- Engaged with patients effectively, fostering positive relationships that enhanced emotional well-being.
- Participated in training sessions to learn best practices in patient care and safety procedures.
- Adapted quickly to varying patient needs and adjustments in care schedules throughout shifts.
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
Nursing Assistant
Regis Aged Care
09.2011 - 08.2017
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas to promote a safe environment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create personalized care plans for residents.
Personal Care Assistant
Regis Wentworth Manor
02.2010 - 08.2011
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored and documented changes in residents' health conditions consistently.
- Organized recreational activities to promote social engagement among residents.
- Evaluated and improved care routines to enhance service delivery quality.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Personal Care Assistant
Geneva Healthcare
03.2008 - 10.2009
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Improved client comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
- Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
- Adapted quickly to new client situations, building rapport through active listening skills and an empathetic approach towards individual needs.
- Contributed to a positive home atmosphere by engaging clients in conversation and recreational activities tailored to their interests.
- Enhanced client well-being by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
Caregiver
Anne Maree Gardens Resthome
01.2008 - 10.2009
- Provided compassionate care to residents, ensuring comfort and dignity in daily activities.
- Assisted in medication administration, maintaining accuracy and compliance with health regulations.
- Implemented individualized care plans, adapting approaches to meet diverse resident needs.
- Coordinated recreational activities, enhancing social interaction and quality of life for residents.
- Monitored resident health conditions, reporting changes promptly to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Developed strong relationships with families, offering support and information regarding resident care plans.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
Education
No Degree - Aged Care
Australian College of Care Leadership & Management
Perth, WA02-2016
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Patient-focused care
- Supporting personal needs
- Feeding assistance
- Attention to detail
- Mobility assistance
- Bedsore prevention
- Documenting behaviors
- Patient positioning
- Empathy and compassionate care
Referees
Fe Manangan
Registered Nurse
Monticello Veterans Home & Hospital
Email: fe_8184@yahoo.com
Phone: +64 2102763948
Jane Sefo
Nurse Manager
Monticello Veterans Home & Hospital
Email: nurse.manager@montecillo.org.nz
Phone: +64 273746446
Timeline
Health Care Assistant
Montecillo Veterans Home & Hospital
03.2018 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Regis Aged Care
09.2011 - 08.2017
Personal Care Assistant
Regis Wentworth Manor
02.2010 - 08.2011
Personal Care Assistant
Geneva Healthcare
03.2008 - 10.2009
Caregiver
Anne Maree Gardens Resthome
01.2008 - 10.2009
No Degree - Aged Care
Australian College of Care Leadership & Management