Claire Worker
Hobart,TAS
Summary
Empathetic professional committed to delivering exceptional care in aged care settings. Expertise in health monitoring and personal support, with a track record of enhancing resident dignity and well-being.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aged Care Worker
Queen Victoria care
Hobart, Tas
08.2013 - Current
- Provided compassionate care to elderly residents in daily activities.
- Assisted with personal hygiene and grooming for residents.
- Monitored health conditions and reported changes to healthcare staff.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Aged Care Worker
Queen Victoria care
Hobart , Tas
08.2013 - Current
- Mentored new staff on care protocols and best practices.
- Developed individualized mentorship plans for team members.
- Mentored junior team members to develop their skills and capabilities effectively.
- Streamlined workflow processes to improve efficiency and reduce bottlenecks.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among team members to maintain a positive work environment.
- Analyzed project outcomes to identify areas for improvement and best practices.
- Maintained a positive work environment that promoted collaboration between team members.
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
- Motivated and empowered team members to build customer satisfaction and loyalty to support retention and growth.
- Monitored daily workflow to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Promoted to leadership position in recognition of strong work ethic and provided exceptional customer service.
- Mentored newly hired employees on machine operations and implemented training on safety procedures to prevent injuries.
- Engaged residents in social activities and recreational programs.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance resident well-being and safety.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of living spaces for residents.
- Supported families by communicating resident needs and care plans effectively.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly clients.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving elderly clients.
- Provided clients with emotional support and companionship.
- Maintained records of client care plans and progress notes.
- Collaborated with family members to ensure that all client needs were met.
- Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, dressing and toileting.
- Reported any changes in health or behaviour to nursing staff members promptly.
- Helped with light housekeeping tasks such as laundry, vacuuming, dusting and cleaning bathrooms.
- Encouraged independence by assisting with mobility issues and providing instruction on safety precautions.
- Ensured a safe environment by monitoring equipment use and checking fire safety systems regularly.
- Assisted nurses with patient assessments, wound dressings and other medical procedures when needed.
- Organised and monitored medication schedules for elderly clients.
- Attended weekly staff meetings to discuss new policies and procedures.
- Performed administrative duties such as filing paperwork, answering phones, scheduling appointments and ordering supplies.
- Assisted with mobility needs and maintaining personal hygiene of students.
- Provided recreational activities such as games, reading materials, music and outdoor walks.
- Coordinated transportation services for medical appointments.
- Assisted in developing individualised care plans for elderly clients.
- Prepared meals according to prescribed diets and nutrition plans.
- Assessed the physical condition of elderly patients during routine check-ups.
- Participated in team building activities designed to improve communication skills amongst colleagues.
- Conducted home visits to assess the needs of elderly clients.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.
- Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
- Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
- Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
- Provided compassionate care to elderly residents in daily activities.
- Assisted with personal hygiene and grooming for residents.
- Monitored health conditions and reported changes to healthcare staff.
Kitchen assistance
Jane Franklin hall
Hobart , Tas
10.2008 - 07.2013
- Prepared ingredients for daily meal service in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of food preparation areas throughout shifts.
- Assisted chefs by washing, peeling, and chopping vegetables as needed.
- Complied with food safety regulations to ensure safe food handling practices.
- Operated kitchen equipment such as dishwashers and food processors efficiently.
- Supported inventory management by restocking supplies and reporting shortages promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations during peak hours.
- Disposed of waste properly to maintain a hygienic working environment at all times.
- Cleaned dishes, pots, pans and utensils.
- Swept and mopped floors to maintain cleanliness in the kitchen area.
- Assisted cooks in preparing meals by washing vegetables and fruits, cutting meats and other tasks as needed.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen work areas and equipment.
- Prepared ingredients for daily meal service in a high-volume kitchen.
- Assisted chefs with food preparation tasks and plating presentations.
- Followed safety and sanitation guidelines to ensure a safe working environment.
- Stocked shelves with supplies and monitored inventory levels regularly.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food production processes.
- Operated kitchen equipment effectively while adhering to operational standards.
- Supported new staff by sharing knowledge of kitchen procedures and best practices.
- Assisted cooks with meal preparation tasks including washing vegetables, cutting meats, weighing ingredients for recipes and portioning meals for customers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations and storage areas.
Assistant Kitchen Staff Member
Timeless way cafe
Hobart , Tas
12.2005 - 08.2008
Cleaning attendant
Private business
Hobart , TAS
11.1997 - 02.2001
- mother To Jayden whom was born 28/06/2002- stay at home mother from 28/06/2002 until commencing back into the work force 31/10/2005 where I have worked since through various roles and job descriptions
Skills
- Personal care
- Medication management
- Client communication
- Resident engagement
- Care plan development
- Team collaboration
- Health monitoring
- Conflict resolution
- Workflow optimization
- Training and mentoring
- Emotional support
- Process improvement
- Safety compliance
- Time management
- Fall prevention
- Problem solving
- Dementia care
- Continence care
- Pressure area care
- Nutrition management
- Transfer techniques
- Activity planning
- Feeding assistance
- Physical therapy support
- Palliative care
- Compassionate care
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Healthcare coordination
- Oral hygiene maintenance
- Elderly exercise programs
- Bathing assistance
- Restraint reduction
- Mobility assistance
- Toileting support
- Patient mobility assistance
- ADL assistance
- Patient care
- Resident empowerment
- Compassion and empathy
- Care plan adherence
- Compassionate client care
- Patient advocacy
- Records management
- Lifting and transferring
- Supportive companionship
- Complex Problem-solving
- Housekeeping tasks
- Meal preparation
- Verbal and written communication
- Alzheimer's care
- HIPAA compliance
- Heavy lifting
- Care plan management
- State regulations
- Relationship building
- Medical records management
- Case management
- Daily living assistance
- Patient management
- Quality program protocols
- Records maintenance
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Problem-solving
- At-home care instruction
- Safety awareness
- Patient care and companionship
- Chronic disease management
- Dependable and responsible
- PPE usage
- Incident reporting
- Medication and appointment reminders
- Hoyer lifting equipment
- [Language] fluenc
- Community activities
- Care plan assessment
- Dining room support
References
References available upon request.
Certification
Aged care certificate 3
Timeline
Aged Care Worker
Queen Victoria care
08.2013 - Current
Aged Care Worker
Queen Victoria care
08.2013 - Current
Kitchen assistance
Jane Franklin hall
10.2008 - 07.2013
Assistant Kitchen Staff Member
Timeless way cafe
12.2005 - 08.2008
Cleaning attendant
Private business
11.1997 - 02.2001