Shinade Houpapa
Wainuiomata,WGN
Summary
Proven Health Care Assistant with a track record of enhancing patient satisfaction and safety at Joaneve. Leveraged empathy and compassionate care alongside meticulous attention to detail to foster trust and improve healthcare experiences. Skilled in patient care and vital signs monitoring, significantly contributing to a positive and secure recovery environment. Actively engaged in continuous learning to stay abreast of healthcare best practices.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Care Assistant
Joaneve
Taumarunui, MWT
03.2023 - 11.2023
- 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.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing personal care services such as bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance.
- Cultivated strong relationships with patients and families, fostering an environment of trust and open communication that facilitated better healthcare experiences.
- Arranged bedding and cushions to enhance patient comfort in bed and chairs.
- Supported nursing staff with care of incontinent patients and promotion of continence care.
- Increased patient safety by promptly addressing concerns and reporting incidents or potential hazards to supervisory staff.
- Assisted nursing staff in maintaining a clean and safe environment for optimal patient recovery.
- Contributed to efficient patient care by accurately documenting medical information and maintaining up-to-date records.
- Performed vital signs monitoring, ensuring timely reporting of any abnormalities to the medical team.
- Ensured reliable communication between patients and healthcare providers by serving as an empathetic listener and effective advocate when necessary.
- Delivered high standard of holistic care to patients to promote equality and dignity.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations, providing prompt assistance while following established protocols until professional help arrived onsite.
- Promoted healthy lifestyle choices among patients through education on nutrition, exercise, and medication management.
- Played an active role in delivering holistic care that addressed not only physical but also emotional well-being of patients under my supervision.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions, staying current with best practices in health care assistance.
Orchard Worker
Kim Young
Taumarunui, MWT
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Pruned orchard trees by shortening or removing upper limbs and removing long shoots in center and tops of trees.
- Maintained healthy trees by pruning and checking for disease.
- Ensured cleanliness of workspaces by regularly disposing of waste materials and sanitizing tools as needed.
- Removed brush, fallen fruit and trash to maintain clean and safe orchard.
- Increased overall orchard productivity by implementing efficient pruning and thinning techniques.
- Adapted quickly to changing weather conditions or unexpected challenges in order to maintain a consistent workflow throughout the season.
Education
School -
Turakina Maori Girls Collage
Marton, MWTLevel 3 - Beauty
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
Mokoia, TKI08.2021
Level 4 Litteracy - Litteracy
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
Mokoia, TKI07.2019
Level 4 - Wool Technition
Tectra
Toiohomai02.2007
Skills
- Time Management
- Patient Care
- Patient-focused care
- Supporting personal needs
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
- Attention to Detail
- Meal Preparation
- Observing responses
- Patient Positioning
- Calm Under Stress
- Catheter Care
- Mobility Assistance
- Care Monitoring
- Patient Observation
- Recording vital signs
- Oral Hygiene
- Documenting behaviors
- Emotional and Social Support
- Transporting patients
- Support Services
- Heavy Lifting
- Emotional Support
- Family Communication
- Home Care Aide (HCA)
- Administering Medications
- Medication Administration
- Basic Life Support
Timeline
Health Care Assistant
Joaneve
03.2023 - 11.2023
Orchard Worker
Kim Young
01.2021 - 06.2022
School -
Turakina Maori Girls Collage
Level 3 - Beauty
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
Level 4 Litteracy - Litteracy
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
Level 4 - Wool Technition
Tectra