Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Gardening, keeping chickens, going to the Gym. My Home.
Timeline
Generic

AMANDA GREER

Willow Tree,NSW

Summary

Adept at enhancing patient well-being and satisfaction through compassionate care and vital signs monitoring, my tenure at Peninsula Village and other Facilities listed showcases a proven track record in healthcare ethics and dementia care. Leveraging strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to health promotion, I consistently exceed care standards while fostering patient independence and safety. Skilled Care Provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support. Diligent Caregiver focused on providing optimal support to clients through personalized assistance and care required to manage diverse medical conditions. Caring, organized and friendly with excellent interpersonal skills. Experienced non-medical Care Provider offering 19 years of expertise providing in-home care. Complete domestic duties, help patients with self-care and hygiene and provide companionship. Experienced working with children and elderly, with skill anticipating and proactively addressing client needs. Friendly and engaging with strong attention to detail. Compassionate Carer possesses gentle touch and caring attitude centered on treating people with dignity and respect. Expertise in Aged Care. Collaborative team player with strong clinical and interpersonal skills. Available 15 -20 hours per week, weekends and evenings. Experienced Care Support Worker knowledgeable about safe patient ambulation, personal grooming assistance and housekeeping. Remains current on relevant medical conditions and working with qualified healthcare staff to maximize care. Devoted to patient physical comfort and emotional support. Dependable employee establishes rapport and trust with patients and helps complete daily living tasks to enhance quality of life. Driven to prioritize individual needs with attention to important details. Valued as accommodating, kind-hearted team player dedicated to expanding knowledge and responsibilities. Level-headed professional with extensive experience helping patients and clients with self-care and day-to-day tasks. Kind and punctual individual assists with nursing treatments, supports diagnostic procedures and provides companionship. Passionate about improving well-being of others and providing compassionate treatment to patient community. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Care Service Employee

Murravale Retirement Village
05.2023 - Current
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and addressing individual needs.
  • Facilitated activities for patients, promoting engagement and social interaction within the community setting.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, closely monitoring patients for any adverse reactions or side effects.
  • Adhered to strict infection control guidelines, minimizing the spread of illness among patients and staff members alike.
  • Assisted in training new employees, sharing expertise and best practices for quality care provision.
  • Maintained accurate records, ensuring proper documentation of patient information and care interventions provided.
  • Supported patients'' physical needs by assisting them with daily living tasks such as bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, mobility assistance along with other similar tasks.

Care Service Employee

Presbyterian Aged Care
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and addressing individual needs.
  • Facilitated activities for patients, promoting engagement and social interaction within the community setting.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, closely monitoring patients for any adverse reactions or side effects.
  • Adhered to strict infection control guidelines, minimizing the spread of illness among patients and staff members alike.

Care Support Worker

Aurrum Aged Care - Kincumber
06.2016 - 11.2018
  • Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene, resulting in improved health and wellbeing.
  • Administered medication as prescribed by healthcare providers, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to treatment plans.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing personalized care and support tailored to individual needs.
  • Promoted independence among patients by assisting with daily living tasks such as dressing, grooming, and mobility.
  • Maintained strict adherence to patient confidentiality guidelines, ensuring the protection of sensitive personal information.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient progress, ensuring continuity of care across multidisciplinary teams.

Care Support Worker

Evergreen Life Care
06.2012 - 10.2015
  • Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene, resulting in improved health and wellbeing.
  • Administered medication as prescribed by healthcare providers, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to treatment plans.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing personalized care and support tailored to individual needs.
  • Promoted independence among patients by assisting with daily living tasks such as dressing, grooming, and mobility.
  • Maintained strict adherence to patient confidentiality guidelines, ensuring the protection of sensitive personal information.

Residential Support Worker

Care For You Staffing Solutions Agency
07.2010 - 11.2012
  • Administered medications according to prescribed protocols, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to schedules.
  • Fostered a positive living environment, promoting independence and encouraging socialization among residents.
  • Delivered compassionate personal care, assisting with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
  • Facilitated group activities that promoted social interaction, skill-building, and emotional wellness for residents.
  • Handled emergency situations with a calm and focused demeanor, following established protocols to ensure resident safety.
  • Conducted regular safety checks within the residential facility, identifying potential hazards and addressing them promptly.
  • Enhanced residents'' quality of life by providing personalized care and support tailored to individual needs.

Care Services Employee

Peninsula Village
06.2005 - 05.2010
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and addressing individual needs.
  • Supported patients'' physical needs by assisting them with daily living tasks such as bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, mobility assistance along with other similar tasks.
  • Provided emotional support for patients experiencing difficult situations, displaying empathy and understanding in all interactions.
  • Adhered to strict infection control guidelines, minimizing the spread of illness among patients and staff members alike.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices and standards of care.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by effectively managing diverse patient populations with varying levels of care requirements.
  • Developed trusting relationships with patients through active listening skills, genuine compassion, and consistent follow-through on commitments made during conversations.

Volunteer

Peninsula Village
02.2005 - 07.2005
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
  • Participated in volunteer orientations and training sessions to learn about organizational changes and mission updates.

Education

No Degree - Community Services CoOrdinator Cert 4

Community College NSW

Bachalor of Nursing - Nursing

Hunter Institute
Newcastle, NSW

No Degree - Dementia

Dementia Training Australia
Online
2017

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Dementia Care
  • Compassionate Care
  • Professional boundaries
  • Privacy and confidentiality
  • End of life care
  • Health Promotion
  • Healthcare ethics
  • Self-care strategies
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Nutrition Support
  • Continuing education
  • Disability Awareness
  • Assistive Technology

Gardening, keeping chickens, going to the Gym. My Home.

I love gardening, growing my own vegetables and flowers. I love my routine with my chickens watching them gives me pleasure and collecting eggs gives me great joy. I am a home body and love my home and where I live. Mentally emotionally spiritually relaxing recharging my love for my life that I am living everyday. Physically I love the gym to help maintain my fitness of mind body and spirit. This ties in with my love for the work that I do.

Timeline

Care Service Employee

Murravale Retirement Village
05.2023 - Current

Care Service Employee

Presbyterian Aged Care
01.2019 - 01.2020

Care Support Worker

Aurrum Aged Care - Kincumber
06.2016 - 11.2018

Care Support Worker

Evergreen Life Care
06.2012 - 10.2015

Residential Support Worker

Care For You Staffing Solutions Agency
07.2010 - 11.2012

Care Services Employee

Peninsula Village
06.2005 - 05.2010

Volunteer

Peninsula Village
02.2005 - 07.2005

No Degree - Community Services CoOrdinator Cert 4

Community College NSW

Bachalor of Nursing - Nursing

Hunter Institute

No Degree - Dementia

Dementia Training Australia
AMANDA GREER