Andrea Allardyce
149/1 Bass Court , North Lakes
Summary
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. Skilled Care Provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and preparing meals. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness and household activities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Carer
Haydon Community Residential
10.2019 - 01.2024
- 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.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families, fostering strong relationships built on trust and empathy.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, documenting progress and any changes in condition.
- Implemented safety measures to prevent falls, accidents, and injuries within the home environment.
- Developed recreational activities tailored to individual interests, enhancing overall quality of life for clients in care settings or at home environments.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
Domestic Cleaner
Absolute Domestic
03.2018 - 08.2018
- Domestic cleaning (bedroom, bathroom, launch room, kitchen), Laundry (general washing, ironing, folding)
- Improved client satisfaction by providing thorough and detail-oriented cleaning services.
- Utilized eco-friendly cleaning products to promote a safe and healthy home environment for clients.
- Provided specialized care for delicate items such as antiques, artwork, and electronics during cleaning sessions.
- Complied with safety guidelines while using various cleaning chemicals and tools efficiently minimizing risk exposure both towards self and property inhabitants.
- Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
Food & Beverage Attendant
Food'll Do Catering
12.2017 - 08.2018
- Deliver the food and catering stuff to the function place,
- Set up buffet table, Organize the catering stuff, Present the food in the food container on the warmer stuff.
- Confirm to the Person In Charge for catering in the function place that food had ready to serve.
- Managed inventory efficiently, reducing food waste and lowering overall costs.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate order preparation.
- Maintained stock levels of cups, lids, straws, and condiments throughout shift.
- Assisted with bussing tables and cleaning up spills.
- Provided attentive service and proactively assessed guest needs.
- Checked dining area supplies of linens, wrapped silverware, and replenished low stock.
- Maintained clean and organized restaurant to comply with hygiene and health regulations.
- Cleared area, cleaned and wiped tables and chairs to remove residue and comply with hygiene standards.
- Greeted and seated guests to provide friendly and welcoming experience.
Bookkeeper
Cyclone Motorcycles Shop
03.2017 - 07.2018
- Attended to banking, and entered and reconciled creditors invoices, Entered staff time sheets and processed the payroll.
- Processed vehicle sales, Sent mail and parcels to the customers and suppliers, Maintained financial transaction documents and filing system.
- Reduced errors in financial reporting by conducting thorough reviews and ensuring accurate data entry.
- Handled payroll processing for employees, ensuring timely payment and adherence to tax regulations.
- Assisted in the development of internal controls to safeguard company assets and prevent fraud.
Volunteer
Australian Red Cross Shop
04.2016 - 03.2018
- Hang clothes on display rack and arrange mannequin display, Maintain clean and tidy shop environment, Help customers find their needs, Be aware of security risks and thefts
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving issues promptly and professionally.
- Established trust with clients through clear communication, patience, and understanding their unique challenges fully before offering solutions tailored to their needs.
Assistant Trainer
LPI
10.2017 - 02.2018
- Guided how to make Financial Report for Small Business to the Certificate III Microbusiness classmates
- Collaborated with subject matter experts to create accurate and up-to-date content for training sessions.
- Increased student comprehension by providing personalized tutoring and support in various subjects.
- Enhanced learning outcomes by implementing creative teaching strategies and multimedia presentations.
- Assisted students with special needs, providing individualized support and accommodations for academic success.
Education
Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) -
06.2019
Certificate III Microbusiness -
12.2017
Certificate III in Spoken and Written English -
06.2017
Certificate II in Business -
06.2017
BSBWHS201 Contribute to health and safety of self and others -
06.2017
BSBCMM201 Communicate in the workplace -
06.2017
BSBITU203 Communicate electronically -
06.2017
Skills
- Professional providing personal care for residents (transferring, showering, toileting, grooming, oral hygiene, general cleaning & tidying bed, assisting to take meal, others)
- Accurately and promptly report any changes observed in residents' health to Supervisor or Clinical Coordinator immediately and make progress note
- Input information about personal care that is given to the resident in relevant charts or forms in a timely manner
- Encourage residents to join in to social activities and ensure their needs are met as per their preferences and their care plan
- Provide a high standard of customer service including presenting in a professional manner when interacting with residents, family and friends, and colleagues
- Emotional Resilience
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Nutrition knowledge
- Housekeeping abilities
- Hygiene maintenance
- First aid and safety
- Dementia Care
- Meal Preparation
- Patience and understanding
- Reliability and punctuality
- Confidentiality and Privacy
- Records Maintenance
- Multitasking and Organization
- Emotional Support
- Attention to Detail
- Accounts receivable management
- Cost accounting
Hobbies and Interests
- Cooking
- Gardening
referees
Peachy Alcos, Calvary Public Hospital, RN, Clinical Coordinator.
Mobile: 0415 561 465,
Email : peachyrosereyes@yahoo.com
Sam Bowden, Calvary Haydon Community Services, RN, Supervisor.
Mobile: 0413 402 841,
Email : sam_bowden411@outlook.com
Michelle McMenamin, Haydon Community Services, EN, Leader.
Mobile: 0404 391 793,
Email: michelle3@gmail.com
Hayley Jensz, Calvary Haydon Community Services, AIN, Colleague.
Mobile: 0415 037 613
Email : hjensz01@gmail.com
Timeline
Personal Carer
Haydon Community Residential
10.2019 - 01.2024
Domestic Cleaner
Absolute Domestic
03.2018 - 08.2018
Food & Beverage Attendant
Food'll Do Catering
12.2017 - 08.2018
Assistant Trainer
LPI
10.2017 - 02.2018
Bookkeeper
Cyclone Motorcycles Shop
03.2017 - 07.2018
Volunteer
Australian Red Cross Shop
04.2016 - 03.2018
Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) -
Certificate III Microbusiness -
Certificate III in Spoken and Written English -
Certificate II in Business -
BSBWHS201 Contribute to health and safety of self and others -
BSBCMM201 Communicate in the workplace -
BSBITU203 Communicate electronically -
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