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Alison McCurley

Alison McCurley

Summary

Compassionate carer with hands-on experience in providing personal, behavioral and medical support to elderly and disabled individuals. Possess strong interpersonal skills, demonstrating empathy and respect for patients while fostering a positive environment. Recognised for ability to maintain patient comfort and safety, as well as effectively communicate with family members on care plans. Previous work resulted in improved patient wellbeing and emotional health.

Work History

The Stevens Family Care Agency

Carer
01.2024 - 11.2024

Job overview

  • Assisted with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, and mobility.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure and pulse rate.
  • Managed medications according to instructions provided by the physician or pharmacist.
  • Transported clients to medical appointments and other errands.
  • Organised recreational activities to promote physical and mental wellbeing of the clients.
  • Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client's condition, progress notes.
  • Assessed safety hazards in the environment and made necessary modifications.
  • Performed household tasks such as laundry, cleaning, shopping, meal preparation.
  • Encouraged clients to participate in social activities within their community.
  • Provided companionship to reduce loneliness and isolation of elderly individuals.
  • Accompanied clients on outdoor activities when necessary.
  • Adhered to strict confidentiality guidelines while handling sensitive information related to clients' health conditions or personal matters.
  • Actively participated in team meetings regarding patient care planning or problem solving strategies.
  • Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
  • Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
  • Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
  • Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
  • Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.

Richmond Marketplace Medical Centre

Enrolled Nurse

Job overview

  • Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
  • Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
  • Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders.
  • Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
  • Educated patients on their medical condition, treatment plans, and self-care management techniques.
  • Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives in order to improve patient outcomes.
  • Responded quickly and effectively in emergency situations utilising advanced life saving skills when needed.
  • Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
  • Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
  • Assisted physician with examinations, tests and procedures.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.

Sundoctors Windsor

Enrolled Nurse

Job overview

  • Arranged sterile field for minor surgical procedures
  • Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders.
  • Assisted specialists with daily patient care, including dressing wounds and providing hygiene assistance.
  • Assisted in minor operations with blood mopping, instruments handling and dressing application.
  • Performed vital signs checks such as blood pressure and temperature readings for patients.
  • Monitored all incoming supplies for expiration dates and restocked shelves when necessary.
  • Helped maintain a safe environment by adhering to infection control protocols such as handwashing techniques before touching any patient or equipment.
  • Observed universal precautions at all times when handling infectious materials or bodily fluids.
  • Delivered high level of care to every patient.
  • Performed light cleaning duties by emptying wastebaskets, sweeping, mopping, and sanitising surfaces.

Richmond Marketplace Medical Centre

Medical Receptionist

Job overview

  • Greeted and checked in patients, updating patient information in computer system.
  • Scheduled patient appointments, verifying accuracy of appointment times with providers.
  • Answered incoming calls, responding to inquiries from patients and other medical offices.
  • Prepared charts for new patients, ensuring all necessary forms were completed correctly.
  • Assisted with filing of medical records and documents, maintaining accurate electronic files.
  • Performed data entry tasks related to billing and collections procedures.
  • Processed referrals for specialist care when requested by physicians or patients.
  • Checked patients in and out for appointments and collected co-payments.
  • Carried out daily tasks by professionally communicating with physicians, nursing staff, technicians and medical assistants.
  • Called patients to confirm scheduled appointments and obtain additional details.
  • Retrieved faxes and uploaded documents to patient charts to assist clinical staff.
  • Took messages from patients and promptly relayed to appropriate staff.
  • Transmitted medical records and other correspondence by mail, e-mail, or fax.
  • Compiled and coded patient information or data in appropriate computer system.

Findlay Equestrian

Head Groom

Job overview

  • Leader in the daily care and management of horses, ensuring that all tasks are completed to a high standard.
  • Maintained accurate records of horse health, including vaccinations, worming, injury treatments and medical history.
  • Monitored stock levels of feed, bedding, grooming products and other supplies required for horse care.
  • Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times while working with horses.
  • Worked closely with veterinary surgeons during treatment sessions or emergency situations.
  • Coordinated activities with external contractors such as farriers or saddlers.
  • Provided water, food, vaccinations, and healthcare for horses.
  • Prepared horses for travel.
  • Regularly monitored horses for any signs of illness or injury and reported to the owner.
  • Cared for the horses by grooming, bathing, clipping and trimming manes and tails.
  • Maintained a clean and safe stable environment for the horses.
  • Provided daily exercise for the horses including riding, and lunging.

Hopes Pharmacy Lithgow

Pharmacy Technician

Job overview

  • Maintained daily inventory of pharmaceuticals and ensured proper storage conditions.
  • Prepared medications for dispensing by counting, pouring, labeling, and verifying doses.
  • Performed data entry for patient profiles, billing information and prescription orders into the pharmacy software system.
  • Provided customer service to patients by answering questions about medications and health-related topics.
  • Managed filing of prescriptions, both electronically and manually.
  • Retrieved medication from shelves based on physician orders and delivered them to pharmacists for review.
  • Ordered drugs from wholesalers.
  • Received payment from customers and processed credit card transactions when necessary.
  • Checked expiration dates on medications to ensure that only unexpired products were dispensed.
  • Restocked shelves with new supplies of medications as needed.
  • Provided education materials about medications to patients upon request.
  • Assisted in training new employees on pharmacy procedures.

Bathurst Base Hospital

Pharmacy Technician

Job overview

  • Prepared medications for dispensing by counting, pouring, labeling, and verifying doses.
  • Managed filing of prescriptions, both electronically and manually.
  • Retrieved medication from shelves based on physician orders and delivered them to pharmacists for review.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as nurses or physicians regarding drug therapies or treatments for patients.
  • Checked expiration dates on medications to ensure that only unexpired products were dispensed.
  • Reported any discrepancies or errors in medication ordering or filling processes immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
  • Restocked shelves with new supplies of medications as needed.
  • Teamed with peers, technicians and pharmacists to prioritise and complete orders.
  • Flagged potential side effects and allergies to prescribed medications for patients.
  • Entered patient and prescription information into pharmacy software systems with high attention to detail.

Southern Cross Community Health Care

Patient Care Assistant

Job overview

  • Provided assistance to nurses and other healthcare professionals in the delivery of patient care.
  • Assisted with daily activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, and transferring patients.
  • Administered prescribed medications under the direction of a registered nurse or physician.
  • Monitored vital signs including pulse rate, temperature, respiration rate and blood pressure.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care services provided.
  • Assisted with ambulation and positioning of patients according to their plan of care.
  • Reported any changes in patient condition to the supervising nurse immediately.
  • Helped maintain a clean environment in all areas assigned.
  • Provided emotional support to elderly clients and their families.
  • Transported clients to medical appointments and other errands.
  • Performed household tasks such as laundry, cleaning, shopping, meal preparation.
  • Encouraged clients to participate in social activities within their community.
  • Provided companionship to reduce loneliness and isolation of elderly individuals.
  • Accompanied clients on outdoor activities when necessary.
  • Adapted quickly to challenging situations involving complex medical cases or difficult behaviors of patients.
  • Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.

Australian Defence Force – Army

Advance Medical Technician

Job overview

  • Performed urinalysis tests on patient samples for diagnosis and treatment of illnesses.
  • Assisted physicians with medical procedures, such as injections and biopsies.
  • Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration rate and blood pressure.
  • Conducted laboratory tests such as hematology, chemistry and microbiology.
  • Collected and processed specimens from patients for laboratory analysis.
  • Maintained lab equipment by calibrating, cleaning and performing routine maintenance checks.
  • Labeled specimens accurately according to established protocols.
  • Administered medications under physician direction following standard operating procedures.
  • Assisted in the preparation of sterile instruments prior to surgery or other medical procedures.
  • Provided instruction to patients regarding proper specimen collection techniques.
  • Performed quality control checks on equipment used in the laboratory setting.
  • Assessed and treated patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress and intoxication.
  • Responded to emergency calls quickly and safely while utilising appropriate driving techniques.
  • Maintained proficiency in advanced life support skills through continuing education classes and workshops.
  • Communicated effectively with other healthcare professionals regarding patient condition and treatment plans.
  • Provided pre-hospital care to those in need within the Army, including administering medications, providing wound care and basic life support.
  • Administered oxygen therapy, intravenous fluids or medications as prescribed by physician protocols.
  • Performed basic diagnostic tests such as blood glucose monitoring, EKG readings and urine analysis.
  • Transported patients from accident scenes or hospital settings to medical facilities in a safe manner.
  • Recorded detailed notes about patient condition before arrival at hospital facility for documentation purposes.
  • Participated in drills related to disaster preparedness scenarios that included triage assessments.
  • Executed soldier duties in the Australian Army achieving Corporal rank.

Education

Australian Defence- Army

Diploma Paramedical Science
01.2015

TAFE NSW

Cert III Education Support Aide (Special)
01.2010

Townsville Hospital

Pre Hospital Trauma Life Support
01.2007

Australian Defence- Army

Advance Medic Technician /Diploma Nursing
01.2005

Australian Defence- Army

Basic Medical Technician
01.2001

Karabar High School

High School Certificate
01.2000

Charles Sturt University
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Double Degree from B Social Science-Psychology, B Teaching Secondary PDHPE

University Overview

Study incomplete

Skills

  • Observational skills
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Meal Preparation
  • First-aid and CPR
  • Housekeeping abilities
  • Emotional Resilience
  • Health and dignity assurance
  • Nutrition knowledge
  • Progress Documentation
  • Incident Reporting
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Basic Housekeeping
  • Care Plan Adherence
  • Patient Companionship
  • Documentation
  • Compassionate client care
  • Hoyer Lifting Equipment
  • Special Needs Care
  • Care Plan Management
  • Records Maintenance
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Dementia Care
  • Medication Administration
  • Client Transportation
  • Strong Ethics
  • Respectful and Compassionate
  • Disability Support
  • Daily living activities assistance

About Me

Date of Birth: 19th June 1982 

Address: Round Corner, Dural NSW 

Enrolled Nurse

Certification

  • Full car license & car insurance
  • First Aid Certificate Jan 2024
  • CPR Jan 2024
  • WWCC Jan 2024
  • Police Check Jan 2024
  • Current AHPRA registration Enrolled Nurse
  • Willing to do NDIS worker check

Professional Accomplishments

  • Small Business Owner online & retail store
  • Small Business Owner Equine Training & Rehabilitation Centre
  • Head Groom Findlay Equestrian
  • Advance Medical Technician in the Australian Defence Force-Army –Rank Corporal
  • Basic Medical Technician in the Australian Defence Force-Army –Rank Corporal

Affiliations

  • Healthy Diet
  • Spend time with family as a priory in life
  • Attend Gym classes
  • Participate in equestrian events

References

Manisha, Senior Carer, The Stevens Family Trust, Cherrybrook, NSW 0466 005 966

Vicki, Senior Carer, The Stevens Family Trust, Cherrybrook, NSW 0430 203 388

John McKenna, Father of Client, Norwest, NSW 0417 677 980

Trish Cann, Nurse in charge, Richmond Marketplace Medical Centre, Richmond, NSW 0449 711 204

Timeline

Carer

The Stevens Family Care Agency
01.2024 - 11.2024

Enrolled Nurse

Richmond Marketplace Medical Centre

Enrolled Nurse

Sundoctors Windsor

Medical Receptionist

Richmond Marketplace Medical Centre

Head Groom

Findlay Equestrian

Pharmacy Technician

Hopes Pharmacy Lithgow

Pharmacy Technician

Bathurst Base Hospital

Patient Care Assistant

Southern Cross Community Health Care

Advance Medical Technician

Australian Defence Force – Army

Australian Defence- Army

Diploma Paramedical Science

TAFE NSW

Cert III Education Support Aide (Special)

Townsville Hospital

Pre Hospital Trauma Life Support

Australian Defence- Army

Advance Medic Technician /Diploma Nursing

Australian Defence- Army

Basic Medical Technician

Karabar High School

High School Certificate

Charles Sturt University

Double Degree from B Social Science-Psychology, B Teaching Secondary PDHPE
Alison McCurley