Alisha Bhatoa
Augustine Heights,Queensland
Summary
Compassionate disability support worker with five years of experience. Well-versed in helping individuals diagnosed with disabilities. Knowledgeable about providing daily living support, preparing meals, assisting with personal mobility and coordinating the care needs of the clients along with the health care professionals team. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Hub Disability Worker
Yooralla
Benalla, VIC
04.2024 - Current
- Organized support groups to help families understand and support client or patient.
- Referred client or family to appropriate community resources to obtain support for mental or physical illness.
- Transported patients safely to social activities and doctors appointments.
- Educated clients on options to assist in making informed decisions.
- Collaborated with community workers to implement exciting social activity programs within facility.
- Maintained organized filing system for client records, providing complete documentation of all interactions.
- Facilitated communication between caregivers and clients regarding current issues or concerns related to client's health status or well-being.
Disability Support Worker
Yooralla
Benalla, VIC
02.2021 - Current
- Provided support and assistance to individuals with disabilities in the community.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as meal preparation, personal hygiene, and mobility needs.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided and progress made by clients.
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, other professionals, and agencies involved in care planning.
- Participated in team meetings to develop strategies for working with clients.
- Monitored health status of clients and reported any changes or concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths and wheelchairs by following safe lifting techniques.
- Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet diabetic, low sodium and high protein diets.
- Facilitated communication between caregivers and clients regarding current issues or concerns related to client's health status or well-being.
Theatre Placement
GOURLBOURN VALLEY HEALTH SHEPPARTON
Shepparton, VIC
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Observed changes in patient conditions and reported them to supervising nurse or physician.
- Monitored patient progress throughout their stay in the hospital setting.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans for complex cases.
- Developed individualized nursing plans based on assessment findings for assigned patients.
- Assisted with discharge planning by helping arrange follow-up appointments or home health services.
- Supported the administration of IV medications and fluids under close supervision.
- Participated in patient discharge planning and education to ensure continuity of care.
Emergency department
Benalla Health Hospital
04.2023 - 05.2023
- Assisted in administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, including vitals, assessments, and lab results.
- Ensured that all medical supplies were adequately stocked and organized in each unit.
- Provided emotional support to family members of critically ill patients.
- Participated in clinical simulations and workshops to enhance nursing skills and knowledge.
- Collected specimens for laboratory testing, including blood, urine, and sputum.
Mental Health unit
Shepparton Private Hospital
03.2023 - 03.2023
- Planned and managed person-centered care for three patients at the end of my placement.
- Empowered the patients with knowledge about regulating their medication dosage, a crucial step in promoting recovery and preventing dependency on medication.
- Conducted a mental health assessment under supervision and engaged in collaborative discussions to formulate a person-centered care plan for the patients, ensuring everyone's input was valued.
- Conducted routine assessments to identify changes in a patient's condition or behavior.
- Developed a collaborative safety plan with the patient and family to prepare for discharge.
- Educated families about their loved one's illness, symptoms, and treatments available under registered nurse supervision.
- Assisted in developing discharge plans for patients transitioning out of care settings back into the community.
District Nursing
BENALLA HEALTH HOSPITAL
11.2022 - 11.2022
- Acknowledged the personal and social factors influencing an individual's health by developing a person-centered care plan.
- Discussed with the patients and their families how to access the healthcare system and the community's resources to promote their health.
- Conducted home visits to assess patient needs, provide immunizations, and educate on preventative healthcare measures under nurse supervision.
- Coordinated with other medical professionals to ensure continuity of care for patients with chronic diseases or complex medical conditions.
- Performed physical assessments such as vital signs, height, weight measurements, head-to-toe assessments, and vision and hearing screenings.
- Maintained accurate records of patient information using electronic health record systems.
Acute Care Ward
Northeast Health Wangaratta
09.2022 - 09.2022
- Demonstrated a comprehensive head-to-toe assessment for patients.
- Exhibited effective communication within the multidisciplinary team, a critical factor in ensuring seamless patient care and a strong team dynamic.
- Mastered the art of creating a person-centered care plan for patients, which involves understanding their diagnosis and the support they require, demonstrating a commitment to individualized patient care.
- Completed paperwork, including making a shift planner, meds chart, and progress notes.
- Participated in patient care areas, including the planning of care, vital signs, personal hygiene, and ECGs.
- Conducted neurological observations, medication administration of various routes, BGLs, and dressings.
Acute Care
Benalla Health Hospital
04.2022 - 05.2022
- Conducted admissions for patients under nurse supervision, including patient identification procedures, informed consent, and orientation to the setting.
- Demonstrated effective communication with other healthcare professionals.
- Prepared a person-centered care plan for the patients.
- Undertook three aseptic, non-touch technique procedures as a nursing intervention.
- Learned about the medications and their relevance to the patient's diagnosis.
- This placement gave me insight into how multidisciplinary teams work together to achieve optimal patient care.
Aged care
The Royal Melbourne Hospital Royal Park Campus
11.2020 - 12.2020
- Practised therapeutic communication with the patients and their families to build a rapport.
- Learned skills including time management and prioritisation, aiming to care for at least one patient by the end of this placement
- Utilised resources on the ward, such as MIMs, pharmacists, and nursing colleagues, to build on my knowledge.
- Learned how to recognise and manage a deteriorating patient.
- Developed clinical skills, including vital signs, BGL's wound dressings, improved medication knowledge, and provision of personal care.
- Participated in many instances of patient manual handling with various equipment under nurse supervision
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
La Trobe University
Melbourne, VICSkills
- First Aid care
- In-home care services
- Patient care planning
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Compassion
- Problem-solving skills
- Checking and monitoring vital signs
- Direct patient care
- IV management
- Wound dressing
- CPR
Timeline
Theatre Placement
GOURLBOURN VALLEY HEALTH SHEPPARTON
06.2024 - 07.2024
Community Hub Disability Worker
Yooralla
04.2024 - Current
Emergency department
Benalla Health Hospital
04.2023 - 05.2023
Mental Health unit
Shepparton Private Hospital
03.2023 - 03.2023
District Nursing
BENALLA HEALTH HOSPITAL
11.2022 - 11.2022
Acute Care Ward
Northeast Health Wangaratta
09.2022 - 09.2022
Acute Care
Benalla Health Hospital
04.2022 - 05.2022
Disability Support Worker
Yooralla
02.2021 - Current
Aged care
The Royal Melbourne Hospital Royal Park Campus
11.2020 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
La Trobe University
Languages
English
Full Professional
Punjabi
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Professional
REFERENCES
Disability Support Worker
Service Manager- Tori Collie
Ph: 0468606678
Email: Tori.collie@yooralla.com.au
Community Disability Worker
Service Manager: Melissa Cox
PH: 0409220835
Email: Melissa.cox@yooralla.com.au
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