Sarah-Jane Rameka
Horowhenua,Levin
Summary
Compassionate Healthcare Assistant dedicated to ensuring patient comfort and security. Delivered exceptional care through effective cleaning, sanitization, and thorough documentation of patient observations. Emphasized adaptability and strong work ethic while managing diverse challenges in dementia care, actively pursuing ongoing professional development.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Salvation Army Church, Food Bank
Horowhenua , Levin
09.2023 - Current
- Conducted client interviews to identify specific needs
- Distributed necessary forms to clients
- Welcomed clients and provided initial guidance
- Distributed client assistance forms during meetings to facilitate client assistance
Healthcare Assistant
Madison
Horowhenua , Levin
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Monitored resident comfort and reported changes to the nursing staff promptly.
- Repositioned residents to enhance comfort and prevent pressure injuries using approved care practices.
- Responded calmly to resident needs while preserving dignity and privacy.
- Supported residents with feeding to ensure proper nutrition and maintain dignity during meals.
- Facilitated safe transfers of patients from wheelchair or bed to promote mobility and independence.
- Documented care tasks and observations according to home health records.
Health Care Assistant
Enliven Presbyterian Central, Levin Home War Veterans
Horwhenua , Levin
04.2013 - 11.2022
- Monitored patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions, promptly reporting changes to supervisor or nurse on duty to ensure timely care.
- Provided assistance to patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing and dressing.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient requests in a timely manner.
- Facilitated meal consumption for residents unable to feed themselves due to disability or illness, supporting their nutritional needs.
- Assisted in transferring patients from wheelchair or bed using appropriate techniques.
- Enhanced patient comfort by responding swiftly to calls and addressing diverse needs effectively.
- Interacted positively with family members of patients while delivering compassionate care.
- Actively participated in team meetings discussing patient cases and best practices.
- Collected specimens from patients according to established procedures.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Avonside Girls’ High
Christchurch Skills
- Activities of daily living
- Patient mobility
- Nutritional support
- Care documentation
- Time management
- Effective communication
Timeline
Volunteer
Salvation Army Church, Food Bank
09.2023 - Current
Healthcare Assistant
Madison
11.2022 - 03.2023
Health Care Assistant
Enliven Presbyterian Central, Levin Home War Veterans
04.2013 - 11.2022
Some College (No Degree) -
Avonside Girls’ High