Compassionate and dedicated Aged Care Healthcare Assistant with practical clinical exposure through an internship at Papakura Private Hospital, Auckland. Holds a New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 3) and advanced qualifications in nutrition and health sciences. Experienced in supporting elderly individuals with daily living activities, nutrition, mobility, and emotional wellbeing. Committed to delivering respectful, safe, and person-centred care in aged residential and community care settings.
Work History
Healthcare Assistant Intern
Papakura Private Hospital
Papakura, New Zealand
Assisted elderly patients with daily personal care while maintaining dignity and privacy
Supported mobility, transfers, and safe movement of residents
Assisted with meals, feeding support, and hydration monitoring
Observed and reported physical and emotional changes to nursing staff
Followed infection prevention, health & safety, and care protocols
Provided companionship and emotional support
Worked effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team
Nutritionist
Provided nutrition and dietary guidance, including for older adults
Assisted with meal planning based on health needs
Applied strong knowledge of food, nutrition, and wellbeing
Promoted healthy living and preventative care
Maintained professionalism and confidentiality
Education
New Zealand Certificate - Health and Wellbeing (Level 3)
New Zealand
Master's Degree - Food and Nutrition
Kurksetra University
Bachelor's Degree - Home Science
Kurksetra University
Skills
Personal care assistance
Aged care and elderly support
Dementia-aware and person-centred care
Nutrition and hydration support
Infection control and hygiene practices
Manual handling and safe mobility assistance
Monitoring and reporting changes in condition
Compassionate communication and empathy
Teamwork
Reliability
Time management
Additional Information
Eligible to work in New Zealand, Willing to work flexible shifts (days, nights, weekends, public holidays), Strong interest in aged residential care and community support
Refrence
Raman ( Healthcare assistant)
Papakura Private Hospital
Raman.nandra1991@gmail.com
+64274568376
Carol Ashby
Tutor (Lifeskill Papakura)
Carol.ashby@lifeskills.co.nz
+64272708328
Timeline
Healthcare Assistant Intern
Papakura Private Hospital
Nutritionist
New Zealand Certificate - Health and Wellbeing (Level 3)