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Nikolina Horvan

Auckland

Summary

Compassionate team member with over 5 years of caregiving experience and training as an overseas nurse. Proven ability to enhance health and wellbeing through personalized care tailored to individual medical histories and preferences. Strong communication skills foster excellent rapport with clients, ensuring a supportive environment. Adaptable and proactive in addressing diverse client needs and backgrounds.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Caregiver

Miranda Smith Homecare
09.2025 - Current
  • I am an overseas trained nurse and personal caregiver who has experience working with people with dementia and physically disabled people and I have experience in:
  • Assisting with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
  • Working short to long hours, weekends, overnight sleeping
  • Administering medication and reminding clients when to take it Preparing meals when needed
  • Taking clients to medical appointments, the grocery store, and other important places
  • Providing companionship and emotional support
  • Keeping the house clean, doing laundry, and helping with other household tasks
  • Maintaining proper care records and reporting any changes
  • Communicating with family and medical professionals about the patient care plan

Senior Caregiver

Kate McLean
12.2022 - Current
  • Administered medication, ensuring accurate dosages at the correct times.
  • Performed grocery shopping as per dietary requirements, promoting balanced nutrition.
  • Provided companionship, enhancing the mental wellbeing of patients.
  • Maintained a clean and healthy environment for patient wellbeing.
  • Delivered personal grooming assistance for enhanced self-esteem of patients.
  • Promoted an active lifestyle through daily walks or light exercise routines.
  • Crafted a serene atmosphere with calming activities for stress reduction.
  • Accompanied on doctor's appointments, ensuring thorough follow-ups on health status.
  • Aided with mobility tasks around the home to ensure safety and independence.
  • Offered help in dressing appropriately according to weather conditions to avoid illnesses.
  • Liaised with medical professionals, facilitating effective communication about patient progress.
  • Ensured patient comfort by providing daily personal care.
  • Assisted with physical therapy exercises to promote recovery.
  • Managed household chores, creating a tidy and organised living space.
  • Attended training sessions regularly for continued professional development in caregiving techniques.
  • Maintained client dignity and respect throughout dressing, showering and toileting.
  • Operated hoists to move clients in and out of bed.
  • Ensured clients were correctly taking prescribed medications, maintaining optimal health.
  • Delivered toileting support for clients with mobility issues.

Perioperative Assistant

MercyAscot Hospital
07.2009 - 07.2011
  • Scrubbing in operating theatre on general site
  • Collaborating with the surgical team Maintaining sterile and safe environment

Education

Pediatric Nurse - undefined

School of Nursing "Beograd"
Belgrade
01.2001

Skills

  • Sports
  • Outdoors
  • Gardening
  • Reading
  • Cooking
  • Caring for elderly people
  • Caring for children
  • Digital technology
  • Word
  • Excel

Certification

  • First aid and basic life support
  • Manual handling
  • Full driving licence

Languages

English
Serbian
Croatian

Personal Information

  • Nationality: NZ Europian
  • Driving License: Full driving licence

Timeline

Senior Caregiver

Miranda Smith Homecare
09.2025 - Current

Senior Caregiver

Kate McLean
12.2022 - Current

Perioperative Assistant

MercyAscot Hospital
07.2009 - 07.2011

Pediatric Nurse - undefined

School of Nursing "Beograd"

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