Nicole Henderson
Devonport,Tas
Summary
Compassionate and Motivated Caregiver, specialising in caring for persons living with illnesses and disabilities. Adept in providing optimal care for those that cannot independently care for themselves. Committed to caring for clients in a way that improves their overall quality of life. I am eager to share my compassion with others and help those in need. With my professional and personal experiences, I will provide a high standard of care and dedication to this role. I am First Aid and CPR Certified, have experience working with AAC and alternative communication methods. I am a quick learner and efficient in computer skills. I have a current Police Check and Working With Vulnerable People Card.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Leisure & Lifestyle Assistant
Uniting AgeWell
Latrobe, TAS
12.2023 - Current
- Assisted in the planning and execution of leisure activities for participants.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Provided recreational activities such as games, reading materials, music, trivia, physical exercise, pampering and outdoor walks.
- Documented progress notes, assessments and care plan supports.
Extended Care Assistant
Uniting AgeWell
Latrobe, Tasmania
12.2023 - Current
- Provided assistance to elderly patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming and feeding.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Assisted residents with moving in and out of beds, bathrooms, wheelchairs and vehicles with the use of mobility aides and hoists.
- Promoted a safe environment by following all facility policies and procedures related to health, safety, fire prevention and infection control standards, including during Covid-19 outbreaks.
Polling Assistant
Australian Electoral Commission
Devonport, TAS
09.2023 - Current
- Issued ballots to eligible voters at voting center and directed individuals to polling booths
- Assisted team members and managers with tasks to maintain productivity and adhered to strict privacy and confidentiality agreements.
Teacher's Assistant
North West Support School
Devonport, Tas
12.2022 - Current
- Supervised outdoor break times, physical education activities, physiotherapy and cooking programmes for compliance with rules and safety guidelines
- Provided individualised assistance to students with additional needs or specific medical requirements
- Including asthma, epilepsy, anaphylaxis, meal management and behaviour support plans
- Assisted students with physical and mobility challenges by lifting, positioning, exercising and transferring from or to transportation, beds and bathrooms
- Assisted students with intellectual disabilities with the use of learning aides and supported students with AAC.
Kitchen Hand
East Devonport Primary School
Devonport, Tas
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Maintained order and cleanliness of work areas to conform with health and safety codes
- Acquired new skills to support team and further accommodate customer needs
- Displayed strong knowledge of proper food safety and sanitation practices
- Monitored inventory to keep adequate stock of food items and supplies
- Prepared and sent invoices to Management.
Childcare Assistant
ABC Childcare Centres
Moorabbin, VIC
09.2003 - 01.2006
- Promoted physical, emotional, intellectual and social development through well-planned classroom lessons, games and outside activities
- Learnt basic communication in a variety of languages and key-sign to assist and comfort families with english as a second language
- Planned daily activities, outings, meal preparation, sleeping and feeding schedules, housekeeping, administered medications and supported families with allergies, epilepsy and anaphylaxis
- Maintained daily records of children's individual activities, behaviours, naps, meals served, medications administered, and assisted with the writing of reports.
Cashier
IGA Supermarkets
East Devonport, TAS
10.2001 - 07.2003
- Operated front of shop cashier, delicatessen, cutting and packaging fruits and vegetables, stock rotation, signed and sorted deliveries, and assisted in stock take
- Verified customer age requirement for alcohol or tobacco purchases
- Assisted senior members in opening, and closing the shop, end of shift cleaning, and taking phone orders
- Resolved and de-escalated issues to address customer concerns.
Education
Certificate IIII - Disability Care
TasTAFE
Devonport, TAS12.2022
Certificate III - Home & community Care
TasTAFE
Devonport, Tas07.2013
Certificate III - Aged Care
TasTAFE
Devonport, TAS07.2013
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Communication
- Patience
- Interpersonal Skills
- Positive communication strategies
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Dementia Care
- Palliative Care
- Early Childhood Development
- CPR training
- Special Needs Care
- COVID-19 Safety Policies
Certification
- Current First Aid & CPR
- Working With Vulnerable People Card
- Full Covid-19 Vaccination
- Manual Handling
- Infection Prevention & Control Covid-19 Training
- Hand Hygiene Training
- Meal Management Training - Department of Education
- NDIS Support Effective Communication
- NDIS Quality, Safety and You Orientation Module
- NDIS Supporting Effective Communication Module
- NDIS Safe and Enjoyable Meals Module
- NDS - Understanding Abuse - Zero Tolerance
- CORES Self-Care and Wellbeing
- Cultural Awareness Workshop - Aboriginal Support Programs
- Understanding and Preventing Dementia
- Understanding and Preventing Traumatic Brain Injury
- Understanding Multiple Sclerosis
- Understanding Epilepsy and its Neuropsychology
- Anxiety in Children and Young People During Covid-19
- Youth Mental Health
Volunteer Experience
- Work Experience, Grenoch Aged Care, 2013
- Work Experience, St Michaels Association, 2022
- Work Experience, North West Support School, 2022
References
- Michele Foley, TasTAFE Assessor, michele.foley@tastafe.tas.edu.au
- Keith Sanderson, TasTAFE Teacher, keith.sanderson@tastafe.tas.edu.au
Timeline
Leisure & Lifestyle Assistant
Uniting AgeWell
12.2023 - Current
Extended Care Assistant
Uniting AgeWell
12.2023 - Current
Polling Assistant
Australian Electoral Commission
09.2023 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
North West Support School
12.2022 - Current
Kitchen Hand
East Devonport Primary School
02.2022 - 07.2022
Childcare Assistant
ABC Childcare Centres
09.2003 - 01.2006
Cashier
IGA Supermarkets
10.2001 - 07.2003
Certificate IIII - Disability Care
TasTAFE
Certificate III - Home & community Care
TasTAFE
Certificate III - Aged Care
TasTAFE
Similar Profiles
Parth ChaudhariParth Chaudhari
Disability Support Worker at Uniting AgewellDisability Support Worker at Uniting Agewell
Garvit KapoorGarvit Kapoor
Personal Care Assistant at Uniting AgewellPersonal Care Assistant at Uniting Agewell
Dakshina BasnetDakshina Basnet
Extended Care Worker at Uniting Agewell Mornington, Lillian MartinExtended Care Worker at Uniting Agewell Mornington, Lillian Martin
BIWEK KHANALBIWEK KHANAL
Extended Care Assistant at Uniting AgewellExtended Care Assistant at Uniting Agewell
Antonia (Toni) BramichAntonia (Toni) Bramich
Farm Worker at Dolores BramichFarm Worker at Dolores Bramich