Dianne Dodd
HAPPY VALLEY,SA
Summary
I have spent the last 3 years as a full time live in Carer for a patient with Terminal Brain Cancer. This condition requires constant supervision and monitoring of all aspects of daily living, due to the cognitive and physical decline that is associated with brain cancer patients and acquired brain injury. I developed intuition and skills regarding multiple complex medical needs and could easily recognize when medical attention was required. I am a very compassionate and caring individual who relates well to people of all walks of life. I am extremely flexible and adaptable and am willing to undertake further study and training to maximise my skills for future roles.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Carer
self employed
HAPPY VALLEY, SA
12.2020 - Current
- took BGL's readings 8 times per day and administered insulin on sliding scale dependant on reading
- administered twice daily subcutaneous Clexane injections
- managed administration of all medications
- attended all medical appointments and acted as advocate, booking and following up with medical professionals re support, appointments , and ongoing care needs
- assisted with showering, shaving, dressing, toileting, transfers from bed, chairs
- assisted with feeding and mobility
- maintained hygiene standards and cleaned up incontinence accidents
- assisted with daily exercise regime to increase strength
- assisted with online speech therapy via App and facetime appointments
- checked and maintained daily register of blood pressure readings
- helped patient communicate via text messages as they had aphasia and agraphia and had communication issues
Senior Bookkeeper
Accounting Firms
Adelaide, SA
01.2000 - 12.2020
- managed clients finances, payments, banking, payroll and other accounting and compliance items including BAS,IAS and Superannuation
- liaised with clients on site or in the office regarding their needs regarding accounting software and processing
- worked to deadlines and prioritized tasks accordingly
- showed exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
- managed junior staff in team and their workflow
- worked with other professionals to achieve best possible client outcomes
Small Business Owner
self
Adelaide, SA
02.1988 - 03.2001
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.
- Monitored customer feedback and implemented changes based on their suggestions.
- attended nursing homes, care homes, church craft groups and many other Community organizations. to do diversional therapy through craft with residents or to run workshops for craft projects for all different levels
Education
Advanced Diploma Accounting - Accounting
Adelaide Tafe
Adelaide, SA12-1985
Cert 1V Community Services - Family And Community Services
Carers Queensland
OnlineSkills
- Compassionate Client Care
- Mobility Assistance
- Chronic Disease Management
- Patient Companionship
- Care Plan Adherence
- Meal Preparation
- Heavy Lifting
- PPE Usage
- Strong Ethics
- Client Transportation
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Behavior Redirection
- Patient Management
- Respectful and Compassionate
- Community Activities
- Medication Administration
- Records Maintenance
- Multitasking and Organization
- Problem-Solving
- Direct Patient Care
- Flexible Schedule
- Care Plan Management
- Medical Records Management
- Compassionate Communication
- Time Management
- Daily Living Assistance
- Dependable and Responsible
- Medication and Appointment Reminders
Affiliations
- walking
- camping
- gardening
- craft
- reading
Accomplishments
- Children's for Variety the Children's Charity for 10 years
Certification
- unblemished drivers license
Timeline
Personal Carer
self employed
12.2020 - Current
Senior Bookkeeper
Accounting Firms
01.2000 - 12.2020
Small Business Owner
self
02.1988 - 03.2001
Advanced Diploma Accounting - Accounting
Adelaide Tafe
Cert 1V Community Services - Family And Community Services
Carers Queensland
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