Gayleen Okeparu Taukiri

Carer Support Worker

NZCare Community Living

Supporting adults with a disability in their Residential homes.
Actively participated in team meetings regarding patient care planning or problem solving strategies.
Performed household tasks such as laundry, cleaning, shopping, meal preparation.
Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills while interacting with clients, family members, physicians or other healthcare professionals.
Adhered to strict confidentiality guidelines while handling sensitive information related to clients' health conditions or personal matters.
Assessed safety hazards in the environment and made necessary modifications.
Managed medications according to instructions provided by the physician or pharmacist.
Accompanied clients on outdoor activities when necessary.
Organized recreational activities to promote physical and mental wellbeing of the clients.
Transported clients to medical appointments and other errands.
Attended workshops or seminars related to care giving practices or new technologies used in homecare settings.
Adapted quickly to challenging situations involving complex medical cases or difficult behaviors of patients.
Assisted with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, and mobility.
Encouraged clients to participate in social activities within their community.
Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client's condition, progress notes.
Provided emotional support to elderly clients and their families.
Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.
Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
Coordinated transportation services for clients when necessary.
Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
Developed plans for respite care when needed based on availability of family members or other caregivers.