Bitrice Lohning
Kippa Ring,QLD
Summary
Caring Disability Support Worker skilled at working with individuals living with disability. Versed in daily living support, meal preparation and mobility assistance. Offers excellent interpersonal and communication skills developed through field experience.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability Support Worker/SIL House Manager
Beaumont Care Independent Living
09.2019 - Current
- Assisting people in carrying out essential daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, grooming, tooth brushing, medicine administration and restroom use
- Facilitated communication between family members regarding important updates or decisions related to the house manager role if required.
- Managed day-to-day operation of home to comply with regulations and company standards.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Monitoring the client’s physical and mental health by doing routine checks, such as administering prescriptions, measuring blood pressure, and assisting with personal cleanliness.
- Providing a diverse range of social activities such as arts & crafts, games, and outings for clients who can’t go outside
- Identifying needs and developing plans for improving the quality of life for those suffering from disabilities or mental health issues
- Giving emotional and social support
Assistant in Nursing
Beaumont Care
01.2017 - 09.2019
- Assisting patients with their personal care needs such as showering, toileting, shaving, oral hygiene, dressing and eating.
- Assisting patients with their mobility and communication needs.
- Following care plan such as interventions to assist those with dementia and behavioural problems.
- Assist with daily activity programs and individualised program
- Document residents progress and care needs
- Communicate effectively with team
Assistant in Nursing
Peninsula Palms Aged Care
09.2014 - 11.2018
- Assisting patients with their personal care needs such as showering, toileting, shaving, oral hygiene, dressing and eating.
- Assisting patients with their mobility and communication needs.
- Following care plan such as interventions to assist those with dementia and behavioural problems.
- Assist with daily activity programs and individualised program
- Document residents progress and care needs
- Communicate effectively with team
Physio Aid and OHS Representative
Summit Care - Elizabeth House & Elizabeth Gardens
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Setting up equipment
- Working on exercises with patients
- Showing patients how to use mobility aids
- Applying therapeutic techniques as directed by the physiotherapist
- Helping patients prepare for treatment (including helping with dressing and undressing).
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans for each patient''s specific needs.
Assistant in Nursing
Summit Care - Elizabeth House
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Assisting patients with their personal care needs such as showering, toileting, shaving, oral hygiene, dressing and eating.
- Assisting patients with their mobility and communication needs.
- Following care plan such as interventions to assist those with dementia and behavioural problems.
- Assist with daily activity programs and individualised program
- Document residents progress and care needs
- Communicate effectively with team
Assistant in Nursing
Pacific Heights Aged Care
01.2002 - 12.2005
- Assisting patients with their personal care needs such as showering, toileting, shaving, oral hygiene, dressing and eating.
- Assisting patients with their mobility and communication needs.
- Following care plan such as interventions to assist those with dementia and behavioural problems.
- Assist with daily activity programs and individualised program
- Document residents progress and care needs
- Communicate effectively with team
Assistant in Nursing - Dementia Pacific Care
Ferndale Aged Care Facility
01.1999 - 01.2002
- Assisting patients with their personal care needs such as showering, toileting, shaving, oral hygiene, dressing and eating.
- Assisting patients with their mobility and communication needs.
- Following care plan such as interventions to assist those with dementia and behavioural problems.
- Assist with daily activity programs and individualised program
- Document residents progress and care needs
- Communicate effectively with team
Health Assistant
Middlemore Hospital
01.1995 - 01.1999
- Assisting patients with their personal care needs such as showering, toileting, shaving, oral hygiene, dressing and eating.
- Assisting patients with their mobility and communication needs.
- Following care plan such as interventions to assist those with dementia and behavioural problems.
- Assist with daily activity programs and individualised program
- Document residents progress and care needs
- Communicate effectively with team
Education
Certificate of Achievement - Diabetes Management -
Clinical Experts
Brisbane, QLD08.2022
Diploma in Community Service (Case Management) -
Succeed To Aspire
Brisbane, QLD05.2022
Certificate IV in Mental Health -
Succeed To Aspire
Brisbane, QLD01.2022
Certificate IV in Disability -
Succeed To Aspire
Brisbane, QLD05.2022
Supporting Safe And Enjoyable Meal -
NDIS
Brisbane, QLD07.2022
Supporting Effective Communication -
NDIS
Brisbane, QLD11.2021
COVID-19 Modules 1-15 -
ASPEN Medical
Brisbane, QLD04.2020
Certificate in Understanding Dementia -
University of Tasmania
Online02.2020
Orientation Module -
NDIS
Brisbane, QLD05.2019
Certificate of Attendance - Autism -
Autism Queensland
Brisbane, QLD07.2019
Certificate in Preventing Dementia -
University of Tasmania
Online10.2019
Statement of Attainment - Assist Clients With Medi -
The Learning Collaborative
12.2019
Certificate of Attainment (Spefic Dementia) -
Wollongong College Australia
Sydney, NSW01.2009
OHS Consultation 4 Day Course - Physiotherapy
Workcover NSW
Sydney, NSW06.2009
Certificate in Physiotherapy Aide - Physiotherpay
Australian Physiotherapist Association
Physiotherapy Aide Course11.2008
Certificate III in Care Support Services (Nursing) - Nursing Assistance
Western Sydney Institute of TAFE
Sydney11.2000
Skills
- Disability Services
- Consultative Services
- Client Needs Assessment
- Disability Awareness
- Personal Care
- Medication organization
- Grooming support
- Assessing needs
- Transportation Assistance
- Individualized support plans
- Housekeeping skills
- Recordkeeping proficiency
- Appointment management
- Problem-Solving
- Nursing Home Care Assistance
- Client Confidentiality
- Meal Planning
- Daily living assistance
- Team Leadership
- Positive Reinforcement
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Incident Reports
Referees
Jenny Arnold
Email: jenny.arnold51a@gmail.com
Ph: 0416 856 006
Agnes Sidhu
Email: agnessidhu@outlook.com
Ph: 0424 542 300
Timeline
Disability Support Worker/SIL House Manager
Beaumont Care Independent Living
09.2019 - Current
Assistant in Nursing
Beaumont Care
01.2017 - 09.2019
Assistant in Nursing
Peninsula Palms Aged Care
09.2014 - 11.2018
Physio Aid and OHS Representative
Summit Care - Elizabeth House & Elizabeth Gardens
01.2008 - 01.2009
Assistant in Nursing
Summit Care - Elizabeth House
01.2006 - 01.2009
Assistant in Nursing
Pacific Heights Aged Care
01.2002 - 12.2005
Assistant in Nursing - Dementia Pacific Care
Ferndale Aged Care Facility
01.1999 - 01.2002
Health Assistant
Middlemore Hospital
01.1995 - 01.1999
Certificate of Achievement - Diabetes Management -
Clinical Experts
Diploma in Community Service (Case Management) -
Succeed To Aspire
Certificate IV in Mental Health -
Succeed To Aspire
Certificate IV in Disability -
Succeed To Aspire
Supporting Safe And Enjoyable Meal -
NDIS
Supporting Effective Communication -
NDIS
COVID-19 Modules 1-15 -
ASPEN Medical
Certificate in Understanding Dementia -
University of Tasmania
Orientation Module -
NDIS
Certificate of Attendance - Autism -
Autism Queensland
Certificate in Preventing Dementia -
University of Tasmania
Statement of Attainment - Assist Clients With Medi -
The Learning Collaborative
Certificate of Attainment (Spefic Dementia) -
Wollongong College Australia
OHS Consultation 4 Day Course - Physiotherapy
Workcover NSW
Certificate in Physiotherapy Aide - Physiotherpay
Australian Physiotherapist Association
Certificate III in Care Support Services (Nursing) - Nursing Assistance
Western Sydney Institute of TAFE
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