LYDIA KINVIG
Winchester
Summary
A dedicated and compassionate healthcare assistant with three years of experience in aged care, currently pursuing a Pre-Health Level 4 qualification. Passionate about providing high-quality, compassionate care while supporting individuals with empathy and respect. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling the building of meaningful connections with patients and colleagues. Committed to ongoing learning and eager to grow within the healthcare field.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Elderly Caregiver
Wallingford Rest Home
02.2025 - Current
- Encouraging and supporting residents to maintain their independence while assisting with daily tasks, as needed.
- Supporting transfers using mobility aids, ensuring fall prevention, and maintaining a safe environment.
- Observing and documenting changes in physical and mental health, and reporting concerns to nurses or family members.
- Offering empathetic companionship and emotional reassurance to help residents feel connected, valued, and less alone.
Farm Assistant
McFarlane Agriculture
Orton
08.2019 - 02.2025
- Organized and ran 'Pick Your Own Raspberries' days, from social marketing, pricing of fruit and to making sure all health and safety measures are met
- Involved in many aspects of fruit harvest - including tractor driving, quality control, picking and packing
- Operated farm equipment such as tractors, mowers and rollers with extreme care and precision
- Planting new raspberry/blackcurrants plants and propagated other plants by hand
- Maintaining crops by pruning and thinning
- Controlling weeds by slashing or chemical spraying
Cattle Farm-Hand
Leche Verde
San Fernando
11.2021 - 11.2022
- Acquired diverse rural and cultural skills through general farm assistance experience.
- Documented work activities using computer programs and paper logbooks.
- Operated small clothing business overseas, mastering various techniques and processes.
Elderly Caregiver
Wallingford Rest Home
Temuka
08.2016 - 08.2019
- Assisted 32 residents with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized environment
- Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care
- Monitored residents' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes
- Trained new staff
- Attended individual ongoing training courses
Seasonal Worker
McFarlane Agriculture
Orton
12.2013 - 12.2017
- Assisted with Blackcurrant harvest during school holidays
- Picking & Quality control
- Weighing & Packing
- Operating tractor
- Worked effectively & efficiently in a team environment
Education
Certificate in Study And Employment (Level 4) Pre Health -
Ara Institute of Canterbury
true06-2025
Certificate in Beauty Therapy (Level 4) - Beauty Therapy
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Timaru, NZ11.2018
NCEA Level 1 & 2 - High School
Opihi College
Temuka, NZ08.2017
Skills
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Commitment to learning
- Quality care provision
- Dependability and flexibility
- Cultural respect
- Empathy and dignity
References
References available on request
Affiliations
- Organize and manage team schedules, including training sessions, matches, and events
- Coordinate communication between team members, coaches, and officials
- Handle logistics such as equipment, travel arrangements, and game-day operations
- Actively play in matches, demonstrating leadership and commitment, both on and off the field
- Foster an inclusive environment where all team members are valued and supported, encouraging diverse contributions
Timeline
Elderly Caregiver
Wallingford Rest Home
02.2025 - Current
Cattle Farm-Hand
Leche Verde
11.2021 - 11.2022
Farm Assistant
McFarlane Agriculture
08.2019 - 02.2025
Elderly Caregiver
Wallingford Rest Home
08.2016 - 08.2019
Seasonal Worker
McFarlane Agriculture
12.2013 - 12.2017
Certificate in Study And Employment (Level 4) Pre Health -
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Certificate in Beauty Therapy (Level 4) - Beauty Therapy
Ara Institute of Canterbury
NCEA Level 1 & 2 - High School
Opihi College