Sanjeshni Varshana Prasad
Hamilton,WKO
Summary
Dedicated Healthcare Assistant with 3 years of experience providing compassionate, person-centered care. Holds Level 3 Certificate in Health and Well-being and Level 4 Dementia Care Modules 4 and 5. Collaborates effectively in teams, follows instructions precisely, and communicates clearly to enhance the well-being and dignity of residents.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Care Assistant
Resthaven on Burns
Waikato, Cambridge
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored and documented residents' health and wellness progress regularly.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Helped feed residents who are unable to feed themselves due to disability or illness.
- Assisted in transferring patients from wheelchair or bed using appropriate techniques.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance resident well-being.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for residents at all times.
- Communicated effectively with families regarding resident care and concerns.
- Participated in training new staff on care procedures and best practices.
- Actively participated in team meetings discussing patient cases and best practices.
- Transported patients to different locations within the facility or to appointments outside the facility.
Education
New Zealand Certificate in Health And Wellbeing
NZQCF Careerforce
Wellington, NZ08-2024
Skills
- Daily living support
- Patient monitoring
- Health documentation
- Wound care
- Feeding support
- Patient evaluation
- Patient transportation
- Basic life support
- Safety management
- Housekeeping duties
- Room maintenance
- Records management
- Task prioritization
- Teamwork
- Behavior management
- Interpersonal communication
- Willingness to learn
Accomplishments
- Resthaven Community Trust, Celebrating Greatness Awarded, December 2025
Timeline
Health Care Assistant
Resthaven on Burns
08.2023 - Current
New Zealand Certificate in Health And Wellbeing
NZQCF Careerforce