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Ava Stegeman

Gatton,QLD

Summary

Motivated and compassionate Personal Care Assistant with experience in providing assistance in daily living and personal care services in patients' homes per care plan. Possessing a strong blend of empathy, patience and practical skill, while committing to enhancing the quality of life to those i serve. I work towards fostering a safe and comfortable environment, and am skilled at communication and team collaboration. I am seeking to gain further experience in the healthcare sector to help equip me when taking on future goals, such as higher education; RNS.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

PCA

Care Giving Assistant at Home
Gatton, QLD
09.2024 - Current
  • Helped patients to perform range-of-motion exercises as instructed by physical therapists or other healthcare professionals.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties such as changing bed linens, doing laundry, washing dishes and vacuuming carpets.
  • Collaborated with family members and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans for each patient's needs.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to elderly clients experiencing loneliness or depression.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary guidelines set forth by the physician or dietitian.
  • Engaged in meaningful conversations and companionship for a positive environment.
  • Promoted independence and encouragement to take on tasks, ensuring patients were heard and cared for.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Regis
Gatton, QLD
08.2023 - 09.2024
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living: bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, feeding, bed-making, and assisting consumers with medication, ensuring comfort and client dignity.
  • Provided basic patient care by measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
  • Complete understanding of standards of age care and quality improvement processes to provide the best quality of care to the residents
  • Provided safe mobility support and transfers to help residents move around personal and public spaces.
  • Effective and professional written skills, reporting, and documentation based on company policies and procedures. E.g., Progress notes, behavioural charts, bowel charts.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
  • Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from registered nurses.
  • Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
  • Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
  • Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and reported changes to the registered nurse.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mount Lofty Toowoomba State High
Toowoomba
11-2023

Skills

  • Behavioral Management
  • Emotional Support
  • empathy and compassion
  • Physical stamina and endurance
  • organization and time management
  • communication skills
  • Privacy and confidentiality
  • Compassionate care
  • Worked flexible hours - Mornings, Afternoons, Overnights

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

PCA

Care Giving Assistant at Home
09.2024 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Regis
08.2023 - 09.2024

High School Diploma -

Mount Lofty Toowoomba State High

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