Sereana Nawalu
New Lynn,AUK
Summary
At Lautoka, Western Fiji Island, I excelled as an Elderly Caregiver Volunteer full time for 5 months, fostering significant improvements in client happiness through compassionate caregiving and dementia care. My approach alleviated isolation and enhanced social interaction, achieving a positive shift in the mental well-being and engagement of dementia patients.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Elderly Caregiver Volunteer
Ministry of Women, Childrens and Social Protection
Natabua, Lautoka Fiji
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Established trusting relationships with elderly clients, ensuring their emotional needs were met alongside physical care.
- Contributed to increased overall happiness among elderly clients by fostering a positive atmosphere within the caregiving environment.
- Alleviated feelings of isolation among elderly clients by encouraging social interaction both within the facility and with outside community groupsevents.
- Provided mental stimulation for dementia patients through engaging activities designed to slow cognitive decline.
Assistant Clerk
Natural Gift Carrier PTE
Labasa, Northern Fiji
08.2022 - 12.2022
School Receptionist
Primary School
Northern Fiji
02.2010 - 09.2012
- Improved school security by diligently monitoring visitor access and implementing sign-in procedures.
- Coordinated substitute teacher assignments when necessary to ensure appropriate staffing levels during staff absences.
- Managed daily attendance records to ensure accuracy in reporting absences or tardiness of students.
- Strengthened relationships among faculty, staff, parents, and students by fostering open lines of communication and a friendly, approachable demeanor at the reception desk.
Education
Certificate -
Fiji Red Cross Society
Suva, Fiji Island National Certificate In Aged Care & Community Care - Caregiver Level 3
Caregiver Training Institute
Nadi, Western Fiji Island 12.2023
Certificate I, Certificate 2 - Office Assistant, Information System & Management
Aptec Computer Education
Suva Fiji Island 12.2007
Skills
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Dementia Care
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Social interaction
References
Mrs Alivani Luva
Lecturer
Caregiver Training Institute
Nadi
Fiji Island
Mobile #: 006798791025
Mr Clement V Dari
Senior Welfare Officer
Golden Aged Home
Lautoka
Fiji Island
Phone #: 006796660844
Timeline
Elderly Caregiver Volunteer
Ministry of Women, Childrens and Social Protection
08.2023 - 12.2023
Assistant Clerk
Natural Gift Carrier PTE
08.2022 - 12.2022
School Receptionist
Primary School
02.2010 - 09.2012
Certificate -
Fiji Red Cross Society
National Certificate In Aged Care & Community Care - Caregiver Level 3
Caregiver Training Institute
Certificate I, Certificate 2 - Office Assistant, Information System & Management
Aptec Computer Education