Dedicated caregiver with a strong background at Summerset Retirement Village, recognized for compassionate elderly care and effective time management. Enhanced patient well-being through personalized support and emotional engagement, while ensuring a safe environment. Proven problem-solver committed to maintaining dignity and promoting independence in daily living activities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Summerset Retirement Village
05.2021 - Current
Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
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.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop personalized care plans for each client, resulting in tailored support and improved wellbeing.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in caregiving techniques, enhancing the quality of care provided.
Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
Cleaner
Spotless
01.2023 - 01.2023
Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, kitchens and other similar areas according to established protocols.
Enhanced workplace cleanliness by performing thorough daily cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, and dusting.
Removed trash, debris and other waste materials from premises.
Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
Education
Health And Wellbeing Level 4 - Health And Well Being Level 4
Caterforce
Hamilton, NZ
Graduate Diploma in TESOL
Wintec
Hamilton, NZ
03-2021
Skills
Respectful and compassionate
Time management
Elderly care
Problem-solving
Timeline
Cleaner
Spotless
01.2023 - 01.2023
Caregiver
Summerset Retirement Village
05.2021 - Current
Health And Wellbeing Level 4 - Health And Well Being Level 4
Caterforce
Graduate Diploma in TESOL
Wintec
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