Dan Nicholls
7/6 Miller Street, Norville,QLD
Summary
I have a broad range of experience due to the various roles I have had in disability services, animal care, retail, as well as many years of volunteering in varied emergency services. I am reliable, diligent and thorough. I enjoy working as part of a tam, but I am also able to work alone. I am very willing to learn and motivated to find work.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Pet Care Attendant and Cleaner
Isis Pet Resort
07.2021 - 12.2022
Responsible for opening and closing facility daily, Bookings and electronic communication with clients, Daily cleaning and care of animals, Administration of Medication, Improved pet care quality by providing attentive and personalized attention to each animal''s needs, Maintenance.
Disability Support Worker
Carinbundi – Respite Services
01.2010 - 05.2011
- Assisted in caring of persons with disabilities, Domestic assistance, Meal preparation and feeding of clients, Administering medication, Assisting in showering, clothing and bowel care, Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments, Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
Support Worker
Life without Barriers
01.2006 - 05.2008
- In-home care of people with disabilities, Personal hygiene, Use of a wide range of mobility devices, Administration of medication, Emergency call outs, Basic physiotherapy, Developed strong rapport with clients by consistently demonstrating respect, understanding, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
Sales Assistant
D'Aquinos Bottle Shop
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service during checkout transactions. Cash handling, Register operation, Product knowledge, Ordering and receiving stock, Storeman duties, General cleaning.
Assistant in Nursing
Bellhaven Aged Care Facility
06.2002 - 01.2003
- Assisting in bathing, Personal hygiene, Feeding and tending to residents with individual needs, Report writing, Case management - gathering information for best patient care, Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport.
Residential Support Worker
Department of Community Services
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Provision of hands-on care for persons with an intellectual and developmental disability, Personal hygiene for children and adults ranging from 0 - 50+, Collection of data on behaviours for behavioural management plans, Report writing, Assisting with client activities at the home and in the community
Loadout Personnel
Fletchers International Exports
12.1999 - 12.2000
- Sorting of products, Labelling, Product placement, Assisting with meeting of shipping deadlines, Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions, Operated machining equipment safely, Complied with OH&S rules and regulations.
Education
Year 12
Wellington High School
Wellington, NSW10.1999
Skills
- Ability to work in a wide range of areas
- Competent
- Able to work unsupervised or as part of a team
- Able to learn new skills
- Use initiative
- Strong work ethic
- Accurate and reliable cash handling
- Forklift experience
Volunteer Experience
2017 - Current
QLD Fire & Emergency Services
Branyan Rural Fire Brigade
~ Volunteer Firefighter
Respond to Fire Incidents
Drive and Maintain Fire Applicances
Communciations Operator at some major events
Support other emergency services
Storm and flood support
Regular training and skills advancement
Team work
2009 - 2019
RSPCA Qld – Bundaberg
~ Shelter Volunteer
Assisting with the care and treatment of lost and injured animals
Entering data into the National Animal Register
Cleaning duties and general maintenance
Customer service
2012 - 2014
St. John Ambulance Australia (QLD)
~ Volunteer Advanced Responder
Treatment of the sick and injured
Commander/Team Leader on duty
Attend a wide variety of events from festivals to racing events
Personnel and Duty management
Liaising with other emergency services and event management
Community relations
1996 - 2006
St. John Ambulance Australia (NSW)
~ Volunteer First Aider
Treatment of the sick and injured
Attending major events state-wide to assist
Commander/Team Leader on duty
Personnel and Duty management
Liaising with other emergency services and event management
Community relations
2002 - 2005
Ambulance Service of New South Wales
~ Honorary Ambulance Officer
Emergency pre-hospital Care
Patient treatment and assessment
Driving to and from emergency scenes
Assisting other Ambulance Officers and Emergency Services Personnel
Public relations
Weekly and Monthly training sessions
Medical and psychiatric hospital transfers
Report writing
Station duties
Handing over to other health professionals
1998 - 2002
State Emergency Service – Wellington, NSW
~ Rescue Volunteer
Road Crash Rescue
Respond to flood and storm damage
Vertical and High Angle Rescue
Confined Space Rescue
Team leading
Community relations
Assisting other emergency services in a variety of rescue
Licences
QLD Open Class 'MR' Truck/Bus Licence
QLD Open Class ‘RE’ Motorcycle Licence
Blue Card (Working with Children Card)
No. 654243/4
Current First Aid Certicatie
References
Donna Wolgast ~ 0406900501
Local Laws Officer
Bundaberg Regional Counicl
Timeline
Pet Care Attendant and Cleaner
Isis Pet Resort
07.2021 - 12.2022
Disability Support Worker
Carinbundi – Respite Services
01.2010 - 05.2011
Support Worker
Life without Barriers
01.2006 - 05.2008
Sales Assistant
D'Aquinos Bottle Shop
01.2004 - 01.2006
Assistant in Nursing
Bellhaven Aged Care Facility
06.2002 - 01.2003
Residential Support Worker
Department of Community Services
01.2000 - 01.2002
Loadout Personnel
Fletchers International Exports
12.1999 - 12.2000
Year 12
Wellington High School
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