Harmonee Mills
Whanganui
Summary
Compassionate Health Care Assistant experienced in medication administration and vital signs monitoring. Enhanced patient well-being through effective communication and conflict resolution while ensuring high-quality care and safety. Delivered exceptional support in home environments by monitoring medication reactions and fostering healthy habits to promote patient safety and wellness.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Care Assistant
Te mahana resthome
Taranaki
07.2022 - 07.2024
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored and documented patients' health status and changes in condition.
- Communicated effectively with families to discuss care plans and concerns.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to coordinate patient care and services.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for residents at the resthome.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance residents' well-being.
- Adhered to safety protocols while administering medications as directed by nurses.
- Engaged in training new staff on caregiving techniques and procedures.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry, vacuuming and dusting.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Transported clients to medical appointments or other errands.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene, and other activities of daily living.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Assisted with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Carried out doctor's orders precisely following written instructions accurately.
- Provided emotional support to clients facing difficult life transitions.
- Communicated effectively with family members regarding client needs and care plans.
Health Care Assistant
Maryann resthome
Stratford
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Assisted residents with daily personal care tasks and hygiene routines.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs for patient health assessments.
- Supported activities of daily living, including meal preparation and feeding.
- Communicated effectively with residents to provide emotional support and companionship.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to implement care plans for residents' needs.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in resident living areas and common spaces.
- Assisted in mobility support, helping residents move safely around the facility.
- Maintained a clean work environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Helped feed residents who are unable to feed themselves due to disability or illness.
- Assisted in transferring patients from wheelchair or bed using appropriate techniques.
- Provided assistance to patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing and dressing.
- Assisted nursing staff in providing basic patient care, such as taking vital signs and administering medications.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient requests in a timely manner.
- Observed patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and reported any changes to supervisor or nurse on duty.
Education
Hawera High School
Taranaki, HaweraSkills
- Personal care
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Health documentation
- Infection control
- Care plan management
- Medical equipment operation
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Patient communication
Timeline
Home Health Care Assistant
Te mahana resthome
07.2022 - 07.2024
Health Care Assistant
Maryann resthome
09.2020 - 09.2021
Hawera High School