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Amy Gilson

Turondale,NSW

Summary

Diligent Caregiver focused on providing optimal support to clients through personalized assistance and care required to manage diverse medical conditions. Proficient in organizing medications, doctor appointments and personal activities. Caring, organized and friendly with excellent interpersonal skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Carer / Cleaner

Self-employeed
Bathurst, NSW / Turondale, NSW
09.2020 - Current
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Enhanced quality of life for clients through personalized care plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Administered medications accurately, ensuring proper dosage and timely intake.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care strategies for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, documenting progress and any changes in condition.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families, fostering strong relationships built on trust and empathy.
  • Conducted regular assessments of patients'' physical and mental status, communicating findings to medical staff as needed.
  • Implemented safety measures to prevent falls, accidents, and injuries within the home environment.
  • Facilitated communication between patients and healthcare providers, advocating for the best possible care solutions.
  • Managed nutritional needs of patients by preparing meals, monitoring food intake, and adjusting diets as necessary.
  • Transported patients to appointments and social activities, ensuring punctual arrival and a comfortable experience en route.
  • Developed recreational activities tailored to individual interests, enhancing overall quality of life for clients in care settings or at home environments.
  • Provided end-of-life care with compassion and dignity allowing clients to pass away peacefully in their preferred setting.
  • Established open lines of communication between family members keeping them informed about their loved one''s health progress.
  • Delivered personal hygiene assistance including bathing grooming dressing feeding toileting all while maintaining client privacy respect.
  • Used adaptive equipment like lifts walkers wheelchairs safely efficiently improving accessibility mobility independence.
  • Coordinated closely multidisciplinary team members like occupational therapists, physical therapists and registered nurses ensuring comprehensive care.
  • Responded to patient emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action and notifying relevant professionals when necessary.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
  • Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
  • Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
  • Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.

Marketing Manager / Administration Assistant

Ozbreed Pty Ltd
Richmond, NSW
02.2015 - 07.2020
  • Managed social media accounts for optimal audience engagement and increased online presence.
  • Optimized website content for improved search engine rankings and increased web traffic.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent branding across all company touchpoints and communications channels.
  • Developed creative briefs for internal designers, ensuring alignment with overall marketing objectives and brand guidelines.
  • Negotiated partnerships with key influencers, maximizing brand exposure in target markets.

WHS Coordinator

Metso Pty Ltd
Eastern Creek, NSW
11.2014 - 02.2015
  • Ensured compliance with OSHA standards by regularly reviewing and updating safety policies and procedures.
  • Improved employee understanding of safety protocols through engaging training sessions and workshops.
  • Developed risk assessment strategies for various job functions, minimizing potential injuries.

Administrative Assistant

Rapid Access Pty Ltd
Wetherill Park, NSW
03.2012 - 08.2014
  • Enhanced office efficiency by streamlining administrative processes and implementing organizational systems.
  • Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
  • Boosted team productivity by managing communication channels and ensuring timely responses to inquiries.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
  • Facilitated collaboration within the team by organizing regular meetings, maintaining meeting minutes, and tracking project progress.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
  • Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hawkesbury High School
Freeman's Reach, NSW

Certificate II - Animal Care & Attending

Richmond TAFE
Richmond, NSW

Certificate II - Floristry

Richmond TAFE
Richmond, NSW

Skills

  • Confidentiality and privacy
  • Meal preparation
  • Patience and understanding
  • Record keeping
  • Active listening
  • Organizational skills
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Reliability and punctuality

Timeline

Carer / Cleaner

Self-employeed
09.2020 - Current

Marketing Manager / Administration Assistant

Ozbreed Pty Ltd
02.2015 - 07.2020

WHS Coordinator

Metso Pty Ltd
11.2014 - 02.2015

Administrative Assistant

Rapid Access Pty Ltd
03.2012 - 08.2014

High School Diploma -

Hawkesbury High School

Certificate II - Animal Care & Attending

Richmond TAFE

Certificate II - Floristry

Richmond TAFE
Amy Gilson