Jacinda Horgan
Aranui,Christchurch
Summary
Highly-qualified Senior Health Care Assistant with comprehensive knowledge in patient care and medical procedures. Demonstrated capabilities in managing health records, conducting routine check-ups, and coordinating care plans with Doctor. Possess strong interpersonal skills, ability to work under pressure, and commitment to provide high standard of ethical patient care. In previous roles, contributed to improved patient service delivery through efficient and compassionate care.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Health Care Assistant
Rosewood Lifecare
Linwood, Christchurch
02.2007 - Current
- Recorded patient information accurately on medical charts for physician review.
- Served as a liaison between physicians, nurses, administrators and other healthcare professionals to facilitate communication among departments.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to healthcare topics.
- Participated in continuing education programs relevant to field of expertise.
- Monitored patients' condition by observing physical appearance and reactions to treatments or medications.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns in electronic medical records system.
- Administered prescribed medications under the direction of a registered nurse or doctor.
- Provided guidance and instruction to less experienced staff members on best practices within the department.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing clinical activities.
- Developed relationships with patients by engaging them in conversations regarding their needs or concerns related to healthcare.
- Provided emotional support and assistance to patients and families during difficult times.
- Attended meetings with hospital administration personnel concerning changes in policies, procedures affecting the unit, department operations.
- Maintained cleanliness of treatment rooms, equipment and supplies in order to ensure proper hygiene standards are met.
- Educated patients about disease prevention, health maintenance, diet, medications and other treatments.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
Education
Catholic Cathedral College
Christchurch, NZ12-1998
Skills
- Behavioral support
- Patient Care Coordination
- Dementia Care
- Physical assessments
- Chronic Disease Management
- Rehabilitation Assistance
- Patient Assessments
- CPR Certification
- Electronic Charting
- Patient Positioning
- Biohazard Disposal
- Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Patient Observation
- Medication Administration
- Supply Restocking
- Health Education
- First Aid Certification
- Infection Control
- Patient Relations
- Self Motivation
- Oral Hygiene
Certification
- Level 4 Health Care Assistant
- Careerforce Observer
- Health and Safety Rep 29315
- PPE Champion
- Health Care Assistant Educator
Timeline
Senior Health Care Assistant
Rosewood Lifecare
02.2007 - Current
Catholic Cathedral College
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