NILUKA WIJAYANAYAKE
AUCKLAND,New Zealand
Summary
Compassionate caregiver with extensive experience in elderly and dementia care, focusing on promoting dignity and independence through personalized support. Proven ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, and healthcare teams to enhance care quality. Committed to maintaining high standards of safety, respect, and empathy in all caregiving activities.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Dovida New Zealand
Auckland, New Zealand
01.2024 - Current
- Delivered high-quality elderly and dementia care in community and aged-care environments
- Assisted clients with transfers, mobility support, meal preparation, and emotional support
- Worked collaboratively with healthcare professionals and family members
- Supported residents with daily living activities while promoting independence
- Applied safe manual handling and infection-control procedures
- Responded calmly and professionally to challenging situations
Education
NEW ZEALAND CERTIFICATE IN HEALTH & WELLBEING - SOCIAL & COMMUNITY SERVICE NZQA LEVEL 4
IGNITE COLLEGE
New Zealand12-2025
Skills
- Personal care assistance
- Mobility and transfer support
- Dementia care
- Medication management
- Safe lifting techniques
- Meal support
- Wellbeing monitoring
- Infection control and hygiene
- Health and safety awareness
- Care plan adherence
- Record keeping and documentation
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Verbal communication skills
- Written communication skills
- Active listening skills
- Emotional support provision
- Patience and empathy
- Independent work ability
- Team collaboration
- Patience and empathy
Core Caregiving Skills
- Personal care assistance (showering, dressing, toileting, grooming)
- Mobility and transfer support
- Dementia care support
- Medication assistance and monitoring
- Manual handling and safe lifting techniques
- Meal assistance and nutrition support
- Monitoring residents’ wellbeing and reporting changes
- Record keeping and documentation
- Infection control and hygiene practices
- Health and safety awareness
- Understanding of residents’ rights and privacy
- Following care plans and instructions
- Time management and organisation
- Ability to work independently and under pressure
Communication Interpersonal Skills
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Respectful communication with elderly residents
- Active listening and emotional support
- Teamwork and collaboration with nurses and healthcare staff
- Building trusting relationships with residents and families
- Managing challenging behaviours with patience and empathy
Residency
New Zealand Residency
Driver License
Full New Zealand Driver Licence
Work Conditions
Comfortable working shifts, weekends, and independently
Commitment
Strong commitment to quality aged care and resident wellbeing
Languages
English
References
- Rhonda Preston Jones, Registered Occupational Therapist – Hinengaro Clinic, 021 289 3332, rhonda@dementiaauckland.org.nz
- Savita Kiran, Centre Manager – Dementia Day Care Centre, Selwyn Foundation, 021 725 467, savita.kiran@selwynfoundation.org.nz
Training
- First Aid Course – St John
- Dementia Care Training
- Palliative Care Training
Availability
Full-Time Availability
Personal Qualities
- Compassionate and empathetic
- Reliable and punctual
- Honest and professional
- Patient and understanding
- Positive attitude and emotional resilience
- Respectful of cultural diversity and residents’ dignity
Personal Information
- Available: Available Full-Time
- Driving License: Full New Zealand Driver Licence
Timeline
Caregiver
Dovida New Zealand
01.2024 - Current
NEW ZEALAND CERTIFICATE IN HEALTH & WELLBEING - SOCIAL & COMMUNITY SERVICE NZQA LEVEL 4
IGNITE COLLEGE