Dedicated Carer committed to enhancing the quality of life for individuals with diverse needs by providing compassionate support and adhering to individualized care plans. Skilled in effective communication and attentive to participants' needs, ensuring their goals are met and their well-being is prioritized
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Aspire Community Services
01.2023 - 10.2024
Updated bowel and urine records, including fluid intake, using measuring jugs and the Bristol Stool Chart.
Assisted participants with personal care tasks, including showering, dressing, grooming, toileting, and incontinence support.
Supported clients with daily mobility and accompanied them safely to social activities and appointments.
Maintained a safe, clean, and hazard-free home environment.
Assisted participants with medications, primarily using Webster-paks.
Prepared meals according to dietary plans.
Documented progress notes and recorded incidents.
Managed concerning behaviors with the aid of behavior support plans.
Collaborated with healthcare professionals to monitor participants' health and report any concerns.
Personal Care Assistant
Victoria Nursing Agency
03.2023 - 10.2024
Manual handling using hoists and slide sheets.
Feeding assistance for seniors, including help with dysphagia by cutting food into bite-sized pieces.
Assisted with daily living activities: personal hygiene, bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene, and toileting.
Provided mobility assistance using walkers, wheelchairs, or lifts as needed.
Medication assistance: medication reminders and applying topical medications as directed.
Offered companionship and emotional support through conversation and leisure activities.
Monitored health and well-being, reporting changes to healthcare staff.
Ensured a safe environment by identifying hazards and minimizing risks, including fall prevention.
Documented care and observations using iCare for data entry and reporting.