Emma Skelt
Pakenham,VIC
Summary
Caring and compassionate recent graduate of Enrolled Nursing well-versed in anatomy and physiology, nursing fundamentals and medical terminology. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a part time position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
Caring For You
11.2022 - Current
- Improved client comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
- Enhanced client well-being by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Promoted independence with structured routines and clear communication to support clients in their daily lives.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormal findings to medical professionals for further evaluation.
- Prevented injuries through diligent observation of the environment and prompt intervention when needed during mobility assistance tasks.
- Supported clients'' mental health by actively listening to concerns and offering compassionate companionship during challenging times.
- Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
Personal Care Assistant
Autumn Aged Care
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Improved client comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
- Enhanced client well-being by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Promoted independence with structured routines and clear communication to support clients in their daily lives.
- Contributed to a positive home atmosphere by engaging clients in conversation and recreational activities tailored to their interests.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans addressing each client''s specific needs.
- Prevented injuries through diligent observation of the environment and prompt intervention when needed during mobility assistance tasks.
- Provided respite care for families, allowing them the opportunity to recharge while ensuring their loved one received consistent quality care.
- Adapted quickly to new client situations, building rapport through active listening skills and an empathetic approach towards individual needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
Animal Research Technician
Monash University
01.2015 - 03.2020
- Improved animal care by implementing efficient feeding and cleaning routines.
- Ensured accurate data collection by conducting thorough observations and meticulous recordkeeping.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by maintaining clean, organized, and well-stocked workspaces.
- Contributed to research advancements by collaborating with scientists on experimental design and execution.
- Maintained compliance with relevant ethical guidelines and regulations through careful adherence to protocols.
- Provided high-quality surgical assistance, enabling researchers to conduct precise procedures without complications.
- Supported the development of new treatments by administering medications as directed in study protocols.
- Trained new technicians in lab protocols and animal care practices, ensuring consistent standards across the team.
- Conducted genotyping procedures for accurate identification of specific genetic traits in research subjects.
- Optimized breeding programs through selective mating strategies based on genetic markers or desired phenotypes.
- Increased safety in the lab environment with routine equipment maintenance checks and hazard assessments.
- Served as a liaison between researchers, veterinarians, and regulatory agencies to effectively communicate study objectives and progress.
- Administered and monitored sedation and conducted euthanasia aligned with study protocols and direction of site veterinarian or delegate.
- Performed minor surgical procedures including blood collection, IVF techniques, and oral gavage.
- Helped create first Australian rodent blood bank
- Handing of cytotoxic medications and administration.
Education
Diploma Of Nursing
Swinburne University of Technology
Melbourne, VIC07.2023
Diploma of Animal Technology
Victoria University
Melbourne, VIC12.2012
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Telemetry Monitoring
- Lab Testing Procedures
- Medical Records Management
- Infection Control
- Team Collaboration
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Taking and Recording Vital Signs
- Patient Records
- Activities of Daily Living ADLs
- Patient Assessment
- Catheter Care
Timeline
Personal Care Assistant
Caring For You
11.2022 - Current
Personal Care Assistant
Autumn Aged Care
01.2022 - 11.2022
Animal Research Technician
Monash University
01.2015 - 03.2020
Diploma Of Nursing
Swinburne University of Technology
Diploma of Animal Technology
Victoria University
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