Aparna Sinha
Quakers Hill,New South Wales
Summary
Compassionate professional accustomed to working with physically challenged, bedridden and memory-impaired patients. Exceptionally talented at providing social and emotional support to improve patient moral and increase comfort. Proficient in assisting patients with daily hygiene, including showering and incontinence care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Ain
Holy family services
Marayong , Nsw
08.2021 - Current
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Administered medications as directed by registered nurse or physician.
- Took temperature readings orally or rectally as instructed by the RN or MD.
- Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
Education
Certificate IV - Administration in Medication
Macquarie Community College
Carlingfort07-2022
Certificate III - Individual Support in Ageing
Macquarie Community College
Carlingfort06-2020
Skills
- Collecting specimens
- Quality Assurance
- Infection control procedures
- Monitoring fluids
- Patient Lifting
- Patient-focused care
- Mobility Assistance
- Condition Monitoring
- Catheter change and preparation
- Meal Planning
- Quick problem solver
- Understands mobility assistance needs
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassionate
- Feeding Assistance
- Bedside manner
- Activity Coordination
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Toileting assistance
- Assisting with personal grooming
- Family support and assistance
- Activity Planning
- Responding to emergencies
- Adaptable
- Helping with medication
- Specimen Collection
- Patient Assessments
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Safety Precautions
Timeline
Ain
Holy family services
08.2021 - Current
Certificate IV - Administration in Medication
Macquarie Community College
Certificate III - Individual Support in Ageing
Macquarie Community College
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