Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Additional Information
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Amanda Pederson

Dunoon,NSW

Summary

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.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Private Carer

Luke Pederson
12.2009 - Current
  • Contributed to effective team communication among other caregivers or healthcare providers involved in the client''s care plan resulting in seamless coordination of service provision.
  • Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
  • Managed medical appointments for clients, ensuring timely attendance and accurate communication of information between healthcare providers and family members.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Supported clients'' cognitive health through mental exercises, games, and puzzles designed to challenge and stimulate memory function.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Promoted client independence by identifying areas for improvement and implementing strategies to enhance self-sufficiency in daily tasks.
  • Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
  • Assisted clients in achieving their physical therapy goals by providing support during home-based exercises and tracking progress over time.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.

Food Process Worker

Macadamia
03.2003 - 10.2016
  • Kept machines clean, organized, and tidy at all times.
  • Maintained compliance with health, safety, and environment practices.
  • Remained attentive throughout shifts, identifying potential safety hazards and promptly addressing them to maintain a secure work environment.
  • Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
  • Supported production needs by performing routine tasks using standard procedures and equipment.
  • Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
  • Communicated with Processing Supervisor if unable to achieve timeline or resolve error.
  • Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
  • Reduced downtime by proactively performing routine maintenance checks on equipment and promptly addressing any issues found.
  • Maintained accurate records to enable processor activity and performance monitoring.
  • Gained expertise in multiple manufacturing techniques, allowing for seamless transition between different tasks as needed.
  • Operated farm equipment such as tractors and trucks with extreme care and precision.
  • Enhanced workplace cleanliness by performing thorough daily cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, and dusting.
  • Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, kitchens and other similar areas according to established protocols.

Commercial and Residential Cleaner

Private Practice
01.2010 - 01.2016
  • Cleaned walls and ceilings with special reach tools following regular schedule.
  • Emptied wastebaskets to transport trash and waste to disposal area.
  • Maintained a high level of cleanliness for clients with meticulous attention to detail in all tasks performed.
  • Washed windows, walls and ceiling fixtures to remove molds and dusts.
  • Kept building entryway glass clean and polished for professional presentation.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and professional entrances.
  • Developed and maintained cleaning schedules to clean designated areas and manage shifts.
  • Improved the appearance of residential properties, leading to increased property value and marketability.
  • Provided excellent communication with clients regarding scheduling changes or specific service requirements based on individual preferences or property conditions.
  • Disinfected restrooms, kitchens and other common areas to remove bacteria and maintain hygiene standards.
  • Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping, and scrubbing floors.

Education

High School Diploma -

Byron Bay High School
Byron Bay, NSW
11.1995

Skills

  • Patient Management
  • Compassionate Caregiving
  • Physical therapy
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Meal Preparation
  • Critical Thinking
  • Safety Compliance
  • Care Plan Management
  • Dementia Care
  • Emotional Support
  • Family liaison
  • Personal Care Worker
  • Behavioral Management

Certification

Accredited Mental Health First Aid Officer 2023


Currently Studying Cert 4 Community Service with Tafe Online


Currently studying Cert 3 Individual Support with Ace Colleges Lismore.


Additional Information

I have a current drivers Licence

Planned First Aid/ CPR course for March 2024


Timeline

Commercial and Residential Cleaner

Private Practice
01.2010 - 01.2016

Private Carer

Luke Pederson
12.2009 - Current

Food Process Worker

Macadamia
03.2003 - 10.2016

High School Diploma -

Byron Bay High School

Accredited Mental Health First Aid Officer 2023


Currently Studying Cert 4 Community Service with Tafe Online


Currently studying Cert 3 Individual Support with Ace Colleges Lismore.


Amanda Pederson