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Sazisha Kavilla

Sazisha Kavilla

Whangarei,Kamo

Summary

A Patient-focused Healthcare Assistant with demonstrated experience providing compassionate and comprehensive care. Skilled in monitoring vital signs, performing wound care and assisting with daily living such as personal cares, household chores and overall general health and maintenance activities. Demonstrated ability to provide emotional support to patients and families.

Enjoy a fast paced work environment and delight in learning along the way, am open minded to change and evolving environments such as Health and fitness and Business management. Have worked in the healthcare sector for some time now and am moving more professionally towards A Bachelor of Applied Management to plant the seed for career in the future.

I have past experience of Cafe assistant, Barista skills , Front of house organisations, I have kitchen experience in cooking , baking, meal prep as well as a professional healthcare assistant background , I have experience in childcare and have worked in community areas as a support worker.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Healthcare Assistant

TLC4U2 Ltd
06.2024 - Current
  • Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
  • Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
  • Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
  • Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to individuals with various health conditions.
  • Maintained clean environment with due consideration to health and safety issues and infection control policy.
  • Maintained clean and organized patient environment, reducing risk of infections and enhancing patient well-being.

Disability Support Worker

LifePlus Ltd
09.2019 - 05.2024
  • My position within this company was to perform holistic care and physical support to the same 34-year-old man I had cared for in my prior years of caregiving
  • My client struggles with severe epilepsy and is at a disadvantage as taking him out to places can be risky some days due to his epilepsy
  • My responsibility is to ensure my client is well cared for, both physically and mentally, assuring his medication is administered on time and any extra medicine is listed on the daily record
  • Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
  • Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
  • Delivered exceptional personal care services, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding assistance.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.

Cafe Assistant / Barista / Kitchen Hand / Baker

Two Birds Cafe
12.2018 - 08.2019
  • Using my multitasking skills my role was to bake sweets, cook meals, make coffee and serve customers, ensuring customers were happy and satisfied
  • Supported daily operations by performing cash handling responsibilities accurately and efficiently.
  • I also made sure to clean the surrounding environment.
  • Maintained high standards of food safety by adhering to proper storage, preparation, and serving guidelines.
  • Increased repeat business by fostering strong relationships with customers through exceptional service.
  • Provided comprehensive training to new hires, equipping them with essential skills for success in their roles as Cafe Assistants.
  • Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages.

Cafe Assistant

Salmon Farm Cafe
01.2017 - 11.2018
  • Coordinated with front of house director to optimize table turnover times during peak dining hours.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations by implementing efficient food prep techniques and organization methods.
  • Increased efficiency in kitchen operations by organizing food prep areas before each event.
  • Contributed to team effort, assisting with food prep tasks during off-peak hours to support kitchen staff.
  • Supported kitchen staff with various tasks, such as food prep, dishwashing, and restocking supplies, ensuring smooth daily operations.

Personal Care Assistant / Caregiver / Rehabilitation

The Caring Company Ltd
03.2016 - 11.2017
  • My main responsibility at The Caring Company was to care for, and assure the health and wellbeing of my client, including maintaining his health schedules and procedures
  • My client was a 30-year-old male who had severe disabilities that required 24-hour care and support
  • He is unable to communicate with words so he expresses himself yelling 'Yeah'
  • I also supported him with physical therapy, and carried out tasks such as feeding, walking, repositioning, and hydrotherapy
  • Some of my main duties included monitoring & managing medication, assisting with personal care, such as bathing, toileting, dressing and preparation, specific dieting preparation, laundry, house cleaning, and holistic care.

Education

Some College (No Degree) -

Bream Bay College
New Zealand

Skills

  • Reliable worker
  • Positive energy
  • Team player
  • Excellent Communication skills
  • Fast Learner
  • Able to work calm and precise under pressure
  • Device skills
  • Patient Observation
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Front of House Operations
  • Fitness Training and Instruction
  • Nutrition and Wellness Knowledge

References

  • Sonya Hiki, Caregiver, Personal Assistant, Caring Company Ltd, hikiwhanau@gmail.com, 021 181 6579
  • Jessie Mathewson, Manager, Head Chef, Baker, Two Birds Cafe, jeslol12@outlook.com, 021 087 76716
  • Jenny Rountree, Personal Assistant, Caring Company Ltd, jennierountree@yahoo.co.nz, 021 139 4994

Health and Fitness

I am currently studying Personal Training to understand the lifestyle of health and fitness and how to help myself as well as others become the best and healthy versions of ourselves. 

Timeline

Healthcare Assistant

TLC4U2 Ltd
06.2024 - Current

Disability Support Worker

LifePlus Ltd
09.2019 - 05.2024

Cafe Assistant / Barista / Kitchen Hand / Baker

Two Birds Cafe
12.2018 - 08.2019

Cafe Assistant

Salmon Farm Cafe
01.2017 - 11.2018

Personal Care Assistant / Caregiver / Rehabilitation

The Caring Company Ltd
03.2016 - 11.2017

Some College (No Degree) -

Bream Bay College

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