Amy O'Brien
Herdsmans Cove,TAS
Summary
Dedicated caregiver with transferable life skills in personal care and medication management. Committed to enhancing disabled family members quality of life through effective communication and emotional support.
Overview
1
1
Certification
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Caregiver
informal caregiver at home
HOBART, TAS
05.2010 - Current
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Managed medication schedules, ensuring timely and accurate administration of prescriptions.
- Assisted family member with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance quality of life.
- Provided emotional support and encouragement to family members who were ill or disabled.
- Coordinated appointments and transportation for medical visits and social activities, enhancing accessibility and continuity of care.
- Maintained a safe and clean living environment through regular housekeeping tasks.
- Prepared nutritious meals for family members following dietary guidelines.
- Responded quickly to any emergency situations that arose during caregiving sessions.
- Communicated effectively with family members regarding care progress and concerns.
- Facilitated effective communication between families and healthcare providers, addressing concerns and ensuring alignment on care plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure proper care was being provided.
- Assessed individuals' needs, developed individualised care plans, and monitored their implementation.
Education
Certificate II Units - Community Services, can undertake extra training
Tafe Tasmania
Tasmania, Hobart03-2025
Skills
- medication management
- Care planning
- Family members advocacy
- Effective communication
- emotional support
- Personal care assistance
- Autism support
- Appointment coordination
- Housekeeping tasks
- Drivers license and reliable vehicle
- Working with vulnerable person registration
Certification
- Driver's License
- Working with Vulnerable Persons registration (WWVP)
- Willing to obtain a police check and assessed medical
Timeline
Family Caregiver
informal caregiver at home
05.2010 - Current
Certificate II Units - Community Services, can undertake extra training
Tafe Tasmania