Compassionate and dedicated Personal Care Assistant with hands-on experience providing companionship and emotional support to residents. Well-versed in accurately documenting vital statistics and health metrics. Committed to creating positive rapport with patients and providing quality patient care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
Bluecare Masterslodge Retirement Village
Hervey Bay, Queensland
11.2022 - 11.2025
Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
Provided ongoing compassionate patient care for each client.
Provided emotional support to clients by listening attentively and engaging them in meaningful conversations.
Ensured safety of patients by monitoring environment and responding promptly to any emergency situations that may arise.
Provided companionship to elderly and disabled clients in their homes or other residential facilities.
Assisted in feeding when needed.
Participated in recreational activities with clients such as reading books, playing cards or board games.
Utilized adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers or canes as needed.
Encouraged independence by helping clients develop self-care skills such as meal preparation or personal hygiene tasks.
Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
Reported any observed changes in mental status or physical condition to supervisor immediately.
Maintained accurate records of client care activities on computerized systems for charting purposes.
Completed scheduled patient check-ins and progress reports for clients.
Met with various caregivers to promote continuous professional development and implement quality treatment strategies.
Coordinated patient care plans with doctors and registered nurses and communicated treatment steps to patients.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members regarding plan of care for each client.
Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents using standing hoist, full hoists and Sara steady.
Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
Education
CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Home And Community) - Personal Care Assistant
Australia Pacific Training Coalition
Fiji
06-2022
Skills
Housekeeping
Care Plan Implementation
Compassionate Patient Care
Emotional Support
Toileting Assistance
Compassionate Care
Patient Assessments
Light Housekeeping
CPR Certified
Compassionate Caregiving
Personal Hygiene Assistance
Client Transportation
Behavior Management
Adaptive Equipment Use
First-Aid and CPR
Client Rapport
Household Organization
Adaptable Under Pressure
Tact and Diplomacy
Direct Patient Care
Behavior Redirection
Observational Skills
Patient Management
Range of Motion Exercises
Stress Management
Meal Preparation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Personal Care Assistant
Bluecare Masterslodge Retirement Village
11.2022 - 11.2025
CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Home And Community) - Personal Care Assistant