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Overview
Work History
Education
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Gardening
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Gareth Morgans

Whangarei,NTL

Summary

Demonstrates a commitment to continuous learning and quality assurance, contributing to improved healthcare outcomes. Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Health Care Assistant

Kamo Home & Village Charitable Trust
10.2018 - Current
  • Currently seconded to developed role of Care Support
  • Supported needs of 72+ residents under long-term care.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with patients and families, fostering an environment of trust and open communication that facilitated better healthcare experiences.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by streamlining inventory management for medical supplies
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Supported nursing staff with care of incontinent patients and promotion of continence care.
  • Increased patient safety by promptly addressing concerns and reporting incidents or potential hazards to supervisory staff.
  • Assisted nursing staff in maintaining a clean and safe environment for optimal patient recovery.
  • Contributed to efficient patient care by accurately documenting medical information and maintaining up-to-date records.
  • Performed vital signs monitoring, ensuring timely reporting of any abnormalities to the medical team.
  • Ensured reliable communication between patients and healthcare providers by serving as an empathetic listener and effective advocate when necessary.
  • Delivered high standard of holistic care to patients to promote equality and dignity.
  • Facilitated smooth patient transfers by coordinating with interdisciplinary teams and families for seamless transitions.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s specific needs.
  • Coordinated with healthcare professionals to update patient records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
  • Participated in continuous education programs to stay updated on healthcare best practices and emerging trends.
  • Administered medication under supervision, ensuring adherence to healthcare plans and contributing to patient recovery.
  • Monitored and recorded patient vitals, providing critical data for healthcare professionals to assess patient health.
  • Supported healthcare teams in emergency situations, demonstrating agility and readiness to respond to patient needs.

Health Care Assistant

Puriri Court Rest Home and Hospital
02.2015 - 09.2018
  • Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
  • Responsible for care of 74 residents
  • Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to individuals with various health conditions.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing personal care services such as bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with patients and families, fostering an environment of trust and open communication that facilitated better healthcare experiences.
  • Supported nursing staff with care of incontinent patients and promotion of continence care.
  • Increased patient safety by promptly addressing concerns and reporting incidents or potential hazards to supervisory staff.
  • Performed vital signs monitoring, ensuring timely reporting of any abnormalities to the medical team.
  • Ensured reliable communication between patients and healthcare providers by serving as an empathetic listener and effective advocate when necessary.
  • Delivered high standard of holistic care to patients to promote equality and dignity.
  • Responded swiftly to emergency situations, providing prompt assistance while following established protocols until professional help arrived onsite.

Health Care Assistant and Second Cook

Bupa Merrivale
02.2009 - 02.2015

All patients cares and support to the RN team in my role as Health Care Assistant.

In my alternate role as second cook all kitchen duties and chef maintaining Strick hygiene.

The preparation cooking and serving of nutritious meals for residents

  • Supported needs of 48+ residents under long-term care.

Health Care Assistant

Puriri Court Rest Home and Hospital
04.2008 - 02.2009
  • Supported needs of 74+ residents under long-term care.
  • All health care needs of residents and support to staff
  • developed further skills in support to RN staff

Education

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Documentation - clear and concise
  • Attention to detail
  • Industry knowledge and skills
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Medical Records Management
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Quality Assurance
  • Certified Home Health Aide
  • Electronic Charting
  • Inpatient Care

Gardening

I enjoy gardening as I find it a good form of relaxation 

Timeline

Health Care Assistant

Kamo Home & Village Charitable Trust
10.2018 - Current

Health Care Assistant

Puriri Court Rest Home and Hospital
02.2015 - 09.2018

Health Care Assistant and Second Cook

Bupa Merrivale
02.2009 - 02.2015

Health Care Assistant

Puriri Court Rest Home and Hospital
04.2008 - 02.2009
Gareth Morgans