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Kathilen Walker

Innisfail Estate,QLD

Summary

Knowledgeable Caregiver with solid background in providing compassionate and comprehensive care in home settings. Successfully assisted clients with daily activities and ensured their comfort and safety. Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and ability to adapt to changing needs effectively.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Live-In Carer

Shane Epong
12.2020 - 05.2025
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
  • Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviours to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
  • Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
  • Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
  • Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.

Caregiver

Melville Gluth
01.2017 - 03.2023
  • Promoted social interaction by engaging clients in meaningful conversation and activities tailored to their interests.
  • Skillfully managed challenging behaviors while maintaining a calm demeanor, diffusing tense situations when they arose.
  • Managed medication administration for accuracy, ensuring proper dosages were taken at the appropriate times.
  • Collaborated with family members to provide emotional support and updates on client progress.
  • Maintained a clean and comfortable living environment through regular housekeeping duties and laundry services.
  • Conducted routine safety checks throughout the home environment, minimizing potential risks for accidents or injuries.
  • Developed trusting relationships with clients through empathetic listening and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
  • Enhanced clients'' physical well-being through assistance with personal hygiene, dressing, and grooming tasks.
  • Improved clients'' quality of life by providing compassionate and comprehensive care.
  • Encouraged clients'' participation in community events or programs whenever possible to foster social connections outside the home.
  • Facilitated appointments and transportation arrangements, ensuring timely access to necessary medical care.
  • Provided end-of-life care with dignity and respect, ensuring comfort for both the client and their family during difficult times.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
  • Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
  • Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.

Education

High School Diploma -

Wynnum North High School
Wynnum North, QLD
12-1989

Skills

  • Compassionate caregiving
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Adaptable to change
  • Client transportation
  • Disability support
  • Personal care assistance
  • Problem-solving
  • Teamwork
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking
  • Reliability
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Critical thinking
  • Clear communication
  • Attentive to people
  • Organizational skills
  • Active listening
  • Effective communication
  • Physical strength
  • Problem identification

Timeline

Live-In Carer

Shane Epong
12.2020 - 05.2025

Caregiver

Melville Gluth
01.2017 - 03.2023

High School Diploma -

Wynnum North High School

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