Denise Simpson
Bald HILLS,QLD
Summary
Hi, potential Employer, I have a wealth of Knowledge. I am a mature Australian woman, fit for work in the Health Industry, with 15years experience in Nursing Care. I have worked in Aged Care facilities, some hospitals, with Nursing Agencies, and dementia Care, also with Challenging Behaviours. I worked as a palliative Care Nurse also, but have finished this Role. I am applying for work, as my current Agency does not have ready clients available for staff. I am seeking (Community Nursing) as an Assistant in Nursing/Carer, in Home care. I have a sunny personality, and can read people well in their needs/ and health Status.
kind Regards
Denise Simpson
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
AIN/Personal Carer
HayleyAddisionHomeCare
04.2018 - Current
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- 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.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
- Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
Enrolled Nurse
HayleyAddisionHomeCare
04.2018 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Diploma of Nursing
University of Sunshine Coast/TAFE
Sunshine Coast, QLD12.2016
Timeline
AIN/Personal Carer
HayleyAddisionHomeCare
04.2018 - Current
Enrolled Nurse
HayleyAddisionHomeCare
04.2018 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Diploma of Nursing
University of Sunshine Coast/TAFE
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