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Ciara McArthur

Perth

Summary


Experienced with providing comprehensive care to patients, ensuring their comfort and well-being. Utilizes excellent communication and empathy to connect with patients and address their needs. Knowledge of assisting with daily living activities and maintaining safe and supportive environment to suit their individual needs of care.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Multi-Skilled Carer

Italian Village Fremantle
06.2022 - Current
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care tailored to individual needs.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean living environment for patients by performing routine housekeeping tasks as necessary.
  • Supported rehabilitation goals for patients by assisting with prescribed exercises, tracking progress, and adjusting care plans as needed.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, demonstrating empathy and active listening skills.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients by demonstrating genuine interest in their lives and consistently maintaining a positive attitude.
  • Upheld strict hygiene standards in all aspects of caregiving, reducing the risk of infection or illness for both patients and carers.
  • Streamlined care routines by efficiently coordinating with healthcare professionals and family members.
  • Ensured safety of patients by closely monitoring their physical and mental well-being, swiftly addressing concerns as they arose.
  • Contributed to a positive work culture within healthcare teams by demonstrating professionalism, reliability, and open communication with colleagues.
  • Maintained patient dignity and privacy at all times, ensuring a respectful caregiving environment.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.

Assistant in Nursing

Health Care Australia
05.2022 - 06.2023
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.

Education

NDIS

Saint John Basic CPR And First Aid

Working With Children Check

Infection Control

Hand Hygiene

Currently Completing Diploma of Nursing At IHNA

Dysphasia Training

Certificate III Individual Support -

National Institute of Training
Perth WA
05-2022

Leeming Senior High School
11-2017

Skills

  • Elderly care
  • extended knowledge of Dementia care
  • Medical record documentation
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Social interaction
  • Emotional support
  • Meal preparation
  • Behavioural management
  • Care plan development
  • Mobility assistance
  • Pressure ulcer prevention
  • Diabetes care
  • Time management
  • Safety awareness
  • ADL assistance
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Multitasking and organization

Timeline

Multi-Skilled Carer

Italian Village Fremantle
06.2022 - Current

Assistant in Nursing

Health Care Australia
05.2022 - 06.2023

NDIS

Saint John Basic CPR And First Aid

Working With Children Check

Infection Control

Hand Hygiene

Currently Completing Diploma of Nursing At IHNA

Dysphasia Training

Certificate III Individual Support -

National Institute of Training

Leeming Senior High School
Ciara McArthur