Ruth Dunbar
Waikiwi,New Zealand
Summary
My name is Janice Ruth Dunbar, i go by the name Ruth. I have approximately 5 years experience in the health care industry and am keen and motivated to continue working in this field of work. Having moved recently to Southland to be closer to family i am excited to continue, develop and grow my skills and knowledge in this industry. With my current experience i am motivated to engage in obtaining a certificate level 2 in Health Care and further developing overtime into level 3 & 4. I am a mother of 5 adult boys and grandmother to 10 beautiful grandchildren. I have a passion for helping the elderly and have shown this with my dedication toward caring for my mother for 2 years in 2013, exploring other lines of employment before returning to a health care based role in 2018 and continue to enjoy this role. Some of my hobbies include walking, the outdoors, watching netball, reading and enjoying time with family.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Care Assistant
Kerikeri Retirement Village
Kerkeri, Northland
10.2020 - 01.2024
- Provided assistance to patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing and dressing.
- Assisted nursing staff in providing basic patient care, such as taking vital signs and administering medications.
- Prepared beds and equipment for use by healthcare professionals.
- Observed patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and reported any changes to supervisor or nurse on duty.
- Performed routine tests, such as blood glucose monitoring, height and weight measurements and vision screenings.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient requests in a timely manner.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning of bedridden patients.
- Collected specimens from patients according to established procedures.
- Maintained a clean work environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Assisted in transferring patients from wheelchair or bed using appropriate techniques.
- Checked vital signs regularly including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure.
- Participated in educational opportunities related to health care assistant duties.
Health Care Assistant
Broadway Health
Kaikohe, Northland
05.2018 - 01.2020
- Assisted nursing staff in providing basic patient care, such as taking vital signs and administering medications.
- Performed pre-seen tests, such as blood glucose monitoring, height and weight measurements and vision screenings and blood pressure tests.
- Assisted with cleaning of rooms between patients; restocked supplies as needed.
- Collected specimens from patients according to established procedures.
- Maintained a clean work environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Administered medications orally or topically as prescribed by physician.
- Actively participated in team meetings discussing patient cases and best practices.
Production Assistant
Living Nature
Kerkeri, Northland
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Weighing and mixing of ingredients to make health products and bottling ready for retail sale.
Homecare Support
Nil
Kerikeri, Northland
10.2013 - 09.2015
- Home and personal care for elderly mother including and not limited to meals, medication, cleaning duties and generals.
Owner Operator
The Meat Company / Northfresh Vege Shop
Kaikohe, Northland
10.2003 - 09.2013
- Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, inventory, and accounting.
- Maintained relationships with vendors and suppliers in order to secure favorable terms on materials and services.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally in order to maintain a positive reputation for the business.
Merchandiser
Store link
Kaikohe, Northland
01.2001 - 10.2003
- Regularly monitored store shelves to ensure product availability, restocking and rotating merchandise as needed.
- Organized displays according to company standards and specifications.
Sales Assistant
Health Shop
Kaikohe, Northland
01.1997 - 01.2001
- Customer service, pricing stock, stock ordering, and merchandising.
Night Fill Team
Price Chopper
Kaikohe, Northland
01.1996 - 01.1997
- Packing shelves, stock rotation, price integrity
- Fill in supervisor when required from time to time.
Home Maker
Nil
01.1991 - 01.1997
- Had a Family / stay at home Mum.
Shop Assistant
Mealmakers Fruit & Vege
01.1990 - 01.1991
- Customer service, packing and displays.
Massage Therapist
Self Employed
Kaikohe, Northland
01.1990 - 01.1991
- Provided therapeutic massage treatments to clients, including deep tissue massage.
Shop Assistant
New World
Kaikohe, Northland
01.1985 - 01.1989
- Packing shelves, customer service, checkout
- Supervisor for the last 12 months.
Shop Assistant
Okaihau Four Square
01.1984 - 01.1985
- Customer service, packing shelves, stock ordering.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Okaihau College
Okaihau, NZSkills
- Patient Care
- Supply Restocking
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Elderly Care
- Confidentiality
- Medical Equipment Operation
- Mobility Support
- Blood Pressure Measurement
- Infection Control
- Toileting & Showering Assistance
Contact Numbers - Mob
0224209314
Personal Information
- Age: 57
- Date of Birth: 07/01/67
- Nationality: New Zealand
- Marital Status: Married
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Health Care Assistant
Kerikeri Retirement Village
10.2020 - 01.2024
Health Care Assistant
Broadway Health
05.2018 - 01.2020
Production Assistant
Living Nature
01.2016 - 01.2017
Homecare Support
Nil
10.2013 - 09.2015
Owner Operator
The Meat Company / Northfresh Vege Shop
10.2003 - 09.2013
Merchandiser
Store link
01.2001 - 10.2003
Sales Assistant
Health Shop
01.1997 - 01.2001
Night Fill Team
Price Chopper
01.1996 - 01.1997
Home Maker
Nil
01.1991 - 01.1997
Shop Assistant
Mealmakers Fruit & Vege
01.1990 - 01.1991
Massage Therapist
Self Employed
01.1990 - 01.1991
Shop Assistant
New World
01.1985 - 01.1989
Shop Assistant
Okaihau Four Square
01.1984 - 01.1985
Some College (No Degree) -
Okaihau College
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