Elroi Tavengwa
North Avoca,NSW
Summary
Compassionate, motivated & experienced nurse seeking work opportunities to gain experience in the disability care sector.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Life Without Barriers Disability Services
11.2022 - Current
- Involved in working with clients with a wide range of disabilities and care needs
- Seizure Management, medication administration & peg feeds
- Assisting clients in daily personal care such as toileting, clothing care, household duties and transportation when needed
- Working hand in hand with families, health care providers & social workers to ensure all necessary client needs were met
- Aiding during mealtimes, cooking & food preparation
- Assisted physically disabled individuals with transfers to & from bed, in & out vehicles, through public places, in & out bathroom activities & during other motions
- Ensured a well-maintained and positive routine was established with all clients
AIN Casual Pool
NSW Health Central Coast Health District
01.2021 - 06.2024
- Company Overview: Gosford & Wyong Hospital (Cental Coast Local Health District)
- Helped patients effectively manage personal care routines involving bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Documenting vital signs, including manual blood pressure, oxygen monitoring, fluid input and output and bases of acceptable ranges
- Completed a number of assessments assisting patients with pain assessments, nutrition assessments, respiratory assessments and hygienic clinical procedures
- Practiced IV meds administration, fluid calculations, BGL monitoring, recognising the deteriorating patient using between the flag approach
- Established effective collaborative and therapeutic relationships with patients, their families and inter-professional teams engaging in a person-centred approach
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Nursing Assistant
Caring For You Nursing Agency
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Company Overview: Caring For You Nursing Agency
- Worked in a wide range of nursing homes around the Central Coast providing cares and supporting the elderly - Developed skills in manual handling, assisted ambulation, bed bath, oral care, showering, bowel care and nutrition feeding for semi dependant patients
- Effective in communicating the needs of patients with ongoing healthcare needs, including monitoring and reporting health problems while under my supervision
- Assisted residents with daily living tasks, promoting independence and dignity.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Voluntary Work
EV Church Terrigal
- Involved in voluntary casual work at EV Church, assisting the local church with cleaning up, packing up after children and food catering at the Friday night kids service
- Assisted with the children after school service, completing assigned projects, developing educational plays and skits and volunteered in fundraising events related to Sunday school department.
- Built teamwork skills through collaboration and shared community interest
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Univeristy Of Newcastle
Ourimbah NSW12.2024
Skills
- Assisting clients with all activities of daily living
- Medication and IV administration
- Prioritising Patient Centred Care
- Good communication skills and active listening
- Wound Management
- Epilepsy Management
- Complex Bowel Care & Infection management
- Critical Care Nursing
- Documenting and managing vital observations
- Effective Time Management
- Clinical Documentation & patient assessment
Availability
Flexible availability
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 11/03/99
References
- Zodwa Muhlwa, Registered Nurse / Clinical Facilitator - Central Coast Local Health District, ntombizodwa.muhlwa@health.nsw.gov.au
- Joshua Gilmore, Teacher, Norwest Christian College, jgilmore@nwcc.nsw.edu.au, 0424033496
- Anesu Dube, DSL, Brighter Access Disability Services, Akdube@uon.edu.au, 0428230838
- Farai Mudyara, DSW , Sunnyfield, intelligentfafi@gmail.com, 0421464066
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Life Without Barriers Disability Services
11.2022 - Current
AIN Casual Pool
NSW Health Central Coast Health District
01.2021 - 06.2024
Nursing Assistant
Caring For You Nursing Agency
01.2021 - 01.2023
Voluntary Work
EV Church Terrigal
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Univeristy Of Newcastle
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