Jane McCutcheon
Whanganui,MWT
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Health Care Assistant with over 10 years of experience excelling in patient care and mobility assistance. Proven ability to monitor health and well-being. Great communication skills.
Overview
1
1
year of post-secondary education
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Alden Ultimate care Madison
Levin, Levin
06.2026 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored client health and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Assisted with feeding residents
- Maintained a clean and safe living environment for clients.
Health Care Assistant
Reevedon
Levin, Levin
07.2025 - 06.2026
- Supported patients in daily living activities and personal hygiene to enhance comfort and dignity.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Monitored and reported changes in patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff, contributing to responsive care.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
- Supported nursing staff in monitoring patient health and wellbeing.
- Assisted in transferring patients from wheelchair or bed using appropriate techniques.
- Provided feeding assistance to residents with disabilities or illnesses, ensuring nutritional needs were met.
- Maintained a clean work environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
Health Care Assistant
Reevedon Resthome
Levin, Manawatū-Whanganui
07.2025 - 06.2026
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care.
- Supported nursing staff in monitoring patient health and wellbeing.
- Communicated effectively with residents to understand their needs.
- Documented patient information accurately in health records.
- Engaged residents in social activities to promote mental stimulation.
- 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.
- Observed patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and reported any changes to supervisor or nurse on duty.
Health Care Assistant
Woodlands
, Feilding
12.2021 - 05.2025
- Provided assistance to patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing and dressing.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient requests in a timely manner.
- Facilitated mobility for residents by utilizing standing or sling hoists during transfers, promoting their independence.
- Assisted in transferring patients from wheelchair or bed using appropriate techniques.
- Supported residents with feeding assistance, ensuring dignity and comfort for those with disabilities or illnesses.
- Engaged with family members to provide updates and foster trust while delivering compassionate care.
- Monitored and documented changes in patients' conditions.
- Provided companionship and support to residents during off-site appointments, helping to ease their anxiety.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
Rehabilitation Coach/Adult Caregiver
Laura Fergusson Trust
, Whanganui
04.2014 - 09.2021
- Provided assistance with bathing, dressing, and personal care to enhance client comfort and dignity.
- Assisted patients with exercises designed to improve mobility or strength.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Monitored and assessed clients' physical condition regularly, reporting changes to supervisor to ensure timely intervention.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Facilitated socialization among patients through engaging conversation and interactive games to promote mental well-being.
- Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
Education
Health And Welling Being Level 4
Careerforce
Whanganui, NZ 01.2019 - 07.2019
Business Administration And Computing Level 3
Whitireia Polytechnic
Porirua 01.2000 - 07.2000
Skills
- Patient care
- Mobility assistance
- Health monitoring
- Infection control
- Clinical documentation
- Equipment handling
- Data entry
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Client communication
- Emotional support
- Adaptability to change
- Training participation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Caregiver
Alden Ultimate care Madison
06.2026 - Current
Health Care Assistant
Reevedon
07.2025 - 06.2026
Health Care Assistant
Reevedon Resthome
07.2025 - 06.2026
Health Care Assistant
Woodlands
12.2021 - 05.2025
Health And Welling Being Level 4
Careerforce
01.2019 - 07.2019
Rehabilitation Coach/Adult Caregiver
Laura Fergusson Trust
04.2014 - 09.2021
Business Administration And Computing Level 3
Whitireia Polytechnic
01.2000 - 07.2000