Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Gardening, Reading, Cooking, Walking
Languages
Timeline

Teremoana Williams

Hamilton

Summary

Dedicated Health Care Assistant with a proven track record at Radius Kensington, enhancing patient satisfaction and safety through meticulous attention to hygiene protocols and compassionate care. Skilled in patient observation and empathetic support, I consistently deliver high-quality care, contributing to improved recovery outcomes. Expert in mobility assistance and patient care quality, fostering positive patient relationships and environments.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Health Care Assistant

Radius Kensington
04.2023 - 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.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing personal care services such as bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with patients and families, foste
  • 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.
  • Delivered high standard of holistic care to patients to promote equality and dignity.

Health Care Assistant

Radius Windsor Court
05.2020 - 02.2023
  • Played an active role in delivering holistic care that addressed not only physical but also emotional well-being of patients under my supervision.
  • Facilitated smooth patient transfers by coordinating with interdisciplinary teams and families for seamless transitions.
  • Enhanced patient comfort and safety by meticulously following hygiene protocols and assisting with daily living activities.
  • Participated in continuous education programs to stay updated on healthcare best practices and emerging trends.
  • Facilitated patient mobility by assisting with exercises and walking, promoting faster recovery and independence.

Health Care Assistant

Alphacare Riverview Resthome
12.2009 - 03.2020
  • 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.
  • Facilitated smoother patient discharge processes by preparing documents and educating patients on post-discharge care.
  • Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
  • Delivered high-quality care to Type patients in hospital facility.

Teacher

Nest Educare
01.2000 - 11.2003
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environ
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
  • Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
  • Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
  • Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
  • Led professional development workshops for peers on effective classroom management techniques.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.

Community Support Worker

Access Home Care Inc
08.1994 - 01.2000

Support clients to stay in their homes by providing necessary help.

- Cleaning

- Cooking

- Shopping

- Laundry and ironing

- Gardening

- Transfer to appointments

- Personal Cares

- Social outings

- Medication supervision

- Report to senior staff on relevant issues

that could affect clients health and safety.

Education

Dairy Farming - Animal Husbandry

PGG Wrightson, Green Heights Road, Hamilton
2009

Diploma Of Education - Teacher Education

University of Waikato, Hamilton, WKO
1993

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Patient Care
  • Patient-focused care
  • Supporting personal needs
  • Empathy and Compassionate Care
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Attention to Detail
  • Observing responses
  • Patient Positioning
  • Calm Under Stress
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Catheter Care
  • Bedsore Prevention
  • Patient Observation
  • Recording vital signs
  • Oral Hygiene
  • Blood Sugar Monitoring
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Caregiver Relations
  • Basic Life Support
  • Personal Care Aide (PCA)
  • Client documentation
  • Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
  • First Aid Certification
  • Home Health Aide (HHA)
  • Injury Prevention
  • Behavior redirection
  • Output Monitoring and Reporting
  • Quality Assurance Controls
  • EMR Updating
  • Patient relationship building
  • Inpatient Care
  • Vital signs
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Observation Documentation
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Patient Care Quality
  • Wound Care
  • Specimen Collection
  • Responding to emergencies
  • Room Cleaning and Restocking
  • Universal Precautions
  • Personal Care Aide
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Administering Medications
  • Family Communication
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Emotional Support
  • Infection Control
  • Transporting patients
  • Emotional and Social Support
  • Care Monitoring
  • Meal Preparation

Certification

First Aid Certificate - May. 2024.

Manual Handling - June. 2024.

Diploma of Teaching - 1993.

Full Drivers license.

Gardening, Reading, Cooking, Walking

I enjoy reading, cooking, gardening, walking and catching up with friends for coffee. I do enjoy my own company, but I also have time for family and friends. Helping others and taking care of myself is my most joyous occasions in life.

Languages

Cook Island Maori
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working

Timeline

Health Care Assistant - Radius Kensington
04.2023 - Current
Health Care Assistant - Radius Windsor Court
05.2020 - 02.2023
Health Care Assistant - Alphacare Riverview Resthome
12.2009 - 03.2020
Teacher - Nest Educare
01.2000 - 11.2003
Community Support Worker - Access Home Care Inc
08.1994 - 01.2000
PGG Wrightson - Dairy Farming , Animal Husbandry
University of Waikato - Diploma Of Education, Teacher Education
Teremoana Williams