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DEVIKA BEENA MADHU

Toowoomba

Summary

Dedicated Health Care Assistant with experience at Season Two Senior Living, skilled in patient-focused care and emotional support. Enhanced patient mobility by 30% through physiotherapy assistance. Proficient in time management and family communication, ensuring seamless care coordination. Committed to maintaining dignity and well-being in all interactions.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Health Care Assistant

Season Two Senior Living
01.2023 - 12.2023

• Administered basic first aid and assisted with medication reminders under supervision of registered nurse.
• Supported emotional well-being of patients by offering companionship, active listening, and reassurance during daily care routines.
• Assisted with toileting needs, continence care, and maintenance of patient dignity at all times.
• Documented patient vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure) and reported abnormalities promptly.
• Coordinated with healthcare professionals and family members to ensure continuity of care.
• Provided assistance during physiotherapy and rehabilitation exercises to improve mobility and independence.
• Ensured safe use of wheelchairs, walkers, and mobility aids, minimizing fall risks.
• Maintained accurate records of care delivered, meals taken, and observations for shift handovers.
• Assisted in feeding patients with swallowing difficulties, following dietary restrictions and hydration requirements.
• Responded quickly to patient alarms, requests, and emergency situations, ensuring immediate support.
• Encouraged participation in recreational and social activities to enhance quality of life.
• Ensured proper disposal of clinical waste and linen in line with infection control standards.
• Monitored and reported changes in behavior, mood, or cognition, particularly in elderly or dementia patients

Education

Master of Engineering - Project Management And Enterprise

University of Southern Queensland
Toowoomba, QLD
08-2027

Skills

  • Time management
  • Patient-focused care
  • Supporting personal needs
  • Empathy and compassionate care
  • Feeding assistance
  • Attention to detail
  • Observing responses
  • Patient positioning
  • Calm under stress
  • Catheter care
  • Mobility assistance
  • Emotional support
  • Family communication
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Room cleaning and restocking
  • Patient management

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Health Care Assistant

Season Two Senior Living
01.2023 - 12.2023

Master of Engineering - Project Management And Enterprise

University of Southern Queensland
DEVIKA BEENA MADHU