Evelina Tuagalu
Leura,NSW
Summary
Trustworthy and dedicated LifeGuard/LTS Instructor & Aqua Aerobics Instructor with 4 years of experience overseeing team of qualified lifeguards. Accomplished expert with proven leadership skills when hiring and training talented employees, directing daily pool activities and maintaining a safe environment. Positive and upbeat when communicating with staff to build confident and motivated team.
Compassionate Personal Care Assistant with 30+ years of 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. Devoted personal care professional skilled in fostering client health and convenience through assisting with daily activities and health needs. Driven to promote healthy habits to encourage client well-being by demonstrating healthy habits. Dedicated to applying emerging techniques to derive best possible outcomes.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aqua Aerobics Instructor
Katoomba Sports & Aquatics Centre
Katoomba
08.2021 - Current
- Built and established lasting relationships using encouragement and personal support.
- Coached and encouraged participants during exercises and routines.
- Observed participants during classes, watching for issues and incorrect techniques.
- Explained and demonstrated fitness and conditioning techniques and movements.
- Created inviting fitness spaces that welcomed and included people with diverse backgrounds, abilities and orientations.
- Explained and taught proper use of weights, exercise bands and other fitness equipment.
- Monitored class participants for appropriate techniques to prevent injuries.
- Prepared for classes in advance, selected and queued music beforehand and began and ended classes on time for maximum benefit to attendees.
- Demonstrated proper breathing techniques and meditation exercises.
- Treated minor injuries and administered first aid.
Learn to Swim Instructor
Katoomba Sports & Aquatics Centre
Katoomba
11.2019 - Current
- Instructed participants in proper stroke techniques to encourage self-reliant swimming.
- Assessed swimming skill levels for each student and placed accordingly depending on results.
- Participated in monthly training courses to stay up-to-date in water rescue techniques.
- Used training and medical supplies to examine injured people and administer first aid.
- Created strategies to help meet needs of mentally and physically challenged swimmers.
- Recommended appropriate level classes to swimmers based on needs and preferences.
- Explained safety rules and procedures regarding activities to patrons and guests to inform and educate.
- Recognized danger and reacted calmly to mitigate risk.
- Handled student situations using logic and mediation skills.
- Treated minor injuries and administered first aid.
Lifeguard Supervisor
Blue Mountains City Council
Blackheath Pool
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Evaluated performance of staff and addressed areas needing improvement.
- Supervised lifeguard team of 2 and assigned daily tasks.
- Answered questions about facility hours, policies and programs.
- Oversaw equipment storage space by assigning cleaning and organizing duties.
- Administered immediate and comprehensive first aid to injured and distressed patrons.
- Recognized swimmers in need of assistance and acted quickly.
- Checked weather reports to warn public of potential inclement weather and proper safety procedures.
- Patrolled recreational areas before athletes, patrons and general public arrived to identify potential safety hazards.
- Used radio and digital technology to stay in constant communication with other protective service workers.
- Checked chemical level of pool before lesson commencement and notified maintenance department of issues.
- Consulted medical protocol to administer CPR, bandage wounds and clean injuries.
Community Aged Care Worker
Bodington Aged Care Facility
Wentworth Falls
11.2018 - 05.2022
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
Aquatics Supervisor
Blue Mountains City Council
Katoomba
Education
Cert II & Cert III Assistance in Nursing
TAFE ULTIMO
Sydney, NSW11.2004
High School Diploma -
Otahuhu College
Auckland,NZ11.1987
Certification
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certificate
- WWCC 1341212E
- Royal Life Saving Lifeguard License
- Austswim Swimming & Water SafetyLicense
REFEREES:
YVETTE PILJ - 0425 014 206
ELAINE VISTA - 0425 380 708
CHRISTINE GAMBRIL - 0418 140 223
Timeline
Lifeguard Supervisor
Blue Mountains City Council
10.2022 - 03.2023
Aqua Aerobics Instructor
Katoomba Sports & Aquatics Centre
08.2021 - Current
Learn to Swim Instructor
Katoomba Sports & Aquatics Centre
11.2019 - Current
Community Aged Care Worker
Bodington Aged Care Facility
11.2018 - 05.2022
Cert II & Cert III Assistance in Nursing
TAFE ULTIMO
High School Diploma -
Otahuhu College
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certificate
- WWCC 1341212E
- Royal Life Saving Lifeguard License
- Austswim Swimming & Water SafetyLicense
REFEREES:
YVETTE PILJ - 0425 014 206
ELAINE VISTA - 0425 380 708
CHRISTINE GAMBRIL - 0418 140 223
Aquatics Supervisor
Blue Mountains City Council
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