Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Hi, I’m

Jayanah Mclean

Support worker
Te Awamutu,WKO
Jayanah  Mclean

Summary

I am a dedicated 20-year-old disability support worker with a strong passion for providing care and assistance to individuals in need. My commitment to enhancing the quality of life for those I support drives my work, and I strive to create a positive and nurturing environment. I possess the skills necessary to effectively communicate, empathise, and advocate for my clients, ensuring their needs are met with compassion and respect.

Through my experiences, I have honed my skills in effective communication, empathy, and problem-solving, which are essential in the field of disability support. I understand the importance of building trust and rapport with clients, allowing them to feel safe and valued. My hands-on experience has equipped me with the ability to adapt to various situations, ensuring that I can meet the unique needs of each individual.

I am eager to continue my journey in disability support, utilizing my passion and skills to make a meaningful difference in people's lives. I am committed to ongoing learning and professional development, as I strive to become a more effective advocate for those I serve. My goal is to contribute positively to the community and help empower individuals with disabilities to achieve their fullest potential.

Overview

3
years of professional experience
6
Certification

Work History

Manawanui

Disability Support Worker
10.2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing.
  • Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients and the family by earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
  • Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry and general tidying.
  • Assisting family with changing stoma bag regularly
  • Controlled Feeds through peg tube
  • Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
  • Communicated regularly with family members about client progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
  • Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
  • Improved client independence by developing personalized support plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
  • Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviours to keep family well-informed.
  • Hourly free flow flushes through Peg tub

Enliven Support

Disability Support Worker
02.2022 - 11.2024

Job overview

  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
  • Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
  • Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
  • Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
  • Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
  • Communicated regularly with family members about client progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
  • Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.
  • Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
  • Managed medications effectively for clients
  • Monitored client vital signs
  • Experience with PEG tubes
  • ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Hamilton Hospital

Health Care Assistant
05.2024 - 09.2024

Job overview

  • Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
  • Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
  • Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
  • Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to individuals with various health conditions.
  • Maintained clean environment with due consideration to health and safety issues and infection control policy.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing personal care services such as bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance.
  • Arranged bedding and cushions to enhance patient comfort in bed and chairs.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Participated in ongoing training sessions, staying current with best practices in health care assistance.
  • Supported patients'' physical therapy goals through guided exercises and range of motion activities.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s specific needs.

Education

Wintec Hamilton Campus
Hamilton

from New Zealand Certificate in Health And Wellbeing (S
04.2024

University Overview

Skills

  • Empathy and Compassion
  • Strong Communication skills verbal/ Non verbal Elements
  • Problem-solving
  • Housekeeping and meal preparation
  • Personal care
  • Relationship building
  • Disability awareness
  • Knowledge of disability rights and legislation
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Client confidentiality
  • Health and safety
  • Feeding assistance
  • Emotional support & companionship
  • Goal setting and planning
  • Critical thinking
  • Decision-making
  • Fast and willingness to learn
  • Daily living assistance

Certification

New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Social and Community Services) (Level 4)

Hand hygiene NZ Allied health (online learning module)

Infection prevention and control (clinical staff)

Health and safety - moving and handling (clinical online course)

Fire safety (waikato District health board)

ECG for Hca’s (waikato District health board)

Timeline

Disability Support Worker
Manawanui
10.2024 - Current
Health Care Assistant
Hamilton Hospital
05.2024 - 09.2024
Disability Support Worker
Enliven Support
02.2022 - 11.2024
Wintec Hamilton Campus
from New Zealand Certificate in Health And Wellbeing (S
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