Sarai Nonu
AUCKLAND,AUK
Summary
Dedicated healthcare assistant with experience at Medacs, skilled in personal hygiene assistance and effective communication. Proven ability to monitor patient care and maintain accurate documentation, ensuring a safe environment. Recognized for empathy and compassionate care, consistently supporting patients' personal needs with a calm demeanor under pressure.
Helpful professional committed to making patients feel comfortable and secure. Proficient in cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms, documenting observations, and examining for symptoms. Compassionate approach to dealing with those under duress.
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Healthcare assistant
Medacs
Queen street
04.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- 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.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient requests in a timely manner.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
Warehouse Assistant
Goodhealth Nz
Albany
09.2015 - 06.2019
- Organized inventory to ensure efficient storage and easy access for team members.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport goods within the warehouse.
- Maintained a clean and safe workspace by following health and safety protocols.
- Conducted regular stock checks to verify inventory accuracy and availability.
- Supported training of new staff on warehouse procedures and equipment usage.
- Packed and labeled merchandise to prepare for loading and shipment to customers.
- Maintained a clean work area in the warehouse, keeping it free from dust and dirt.
- Inspected and moved products to designated areas in warehouse.
- Organized warehouse racks to ensure efficient storage of goods.
- Lifted materials of varied weights on regular basis.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Worked additional hours and shifts to meet tight deadlines during peak periods.
- Used hand pallet truck to transport heavy material within the facility.
- Reported any damaged items or discrepancies in shipments to supervisor immediately.
- Organized materials on pallets according to size, weight, and type of item.
- Assembled cartons, crates, and containers to prepare for shipping.
- Received and processed incoming orders, ensuring accuracy of information.
- Followed safety guidelines while operating machinery in the facility.
- Updated inventory and production information using warehouse management systems and scanner guns.
- Marked and labeled containers with accurate shipping information to prevent delays.
- Conducted timely and accurate inventory counts to maintain current supply records and facilitate smooth ordering.
- Operated forklift to move materials around the warehouse safely.
- Counted different types of merchandise to comply with inventory control tag requirements.
- Trained new employees regarding warehouse procedures and standards.
- Utilized barcode scanner to accurately track all goods entering or leaving the warehouse.
- Used tools, sprayers and cleaning solutions to disinfect work areas.
- Operated forklift and other equipment to move pallets around between warehouse locations and transport trucks.
- Unpacked and examined incoming shipments to confirm consistency with records and routed materials to appropriate department.
- Prepared work orders, bills of lading or shipping orders to route materials.
Clerk
Samoa Pension Scheme Fund Apia, Samoa
Lelata, Apia
04.2005 - 04.2011
- Processed pension fund applications efficiently and accurately.
- Managed daily correspondence and documentation for client inquiries.
- Maintained accurate records of member contributions and withdrawals.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
- Answered phones in a courteous manner while providing excellent customer service.
- Communicated with customers and employees to answer questions or explain information.
- Greeted visitors in a friendly and professional manner while directing them appropriately.
- Performed data entry tasks to update customer accounts records.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for confidential documents.
- Processed customer orders promptly and accurately.
- Operated cash register to process cash, check, and credit card transactions.
- Processed payments, refunds, and exchanges accurately and efficiently.
Machine Operator/Assembler
Yazaki Samoa
Vaitele , Faleata
06.2004 - 04.2005
Retail Worker
Retail Sales/ Foresgren Store. Apia, Samoa
Apia , samoa
01.2002 - 04.2003
- Assisted customers in selecting products and answering inquiries.
- Organized merchandise displays to enhance store presentation.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems.
Education
Level 2 - Healthcare And Wellbeing
Careerforce
Hazeldean, christchurch 04.2021 - 04.2022
Leiifiifi College
Leiifiifi, MotootuaSkills
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Meal preparation
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Mobility assistance
- Calm under stress
- Client documentation
- Willingness to learn
- Bed preparation
- Heavy lifting
- Empathy and compassionate care
- Patient bathing
- Mental health support
- Care monitoring
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Dementia and Alzheimer's care
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Supporting personal needs
Languages
English
First Language
Certification
- level2 healthcare and wellbeing
- forklift license
- harness and safety
Timeline
Healthcare assistant
Medacs
04.2023 - Current
Level 2 - Healthcare And Wellbeing
Careerforce
04.2021 - 04.2022
Warehouse Assistant
Goodhealth Nz
09.2015 - 06.2019
Clerk
Samoa Pension Scheme Fund Apia, Samoa
04.2005 - 04.2011
Machine Operator/Assembler
Yazaki Samoa
06.2004 - 04.2005
Retail Worker
Retail Sales/ Foresgren Store. Apia, Samoa
01.2002 - 04.2003
Leiifiifi College