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Grace Thackeray

Colac,VIC

Summary

Compassionate Disability Support Worker with 3 years of experience working privately for a male quadriplegic. Well-versed in helping individuals with daily activities, Knowledgeable about providing daily living support, preparing meals and assisting with personal mobility.

I worked as a Division 1 Registered Nurse for 3 years prior to having children.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Disability Support Worker

Private
Colac, VIC
01.2021 - 02.2024
  • Assisted male quadriplegic with activities of daily living such as eating, dressing, and grooming.
  • Respiratory, ventilator management
  • Bowel management
  • Wound care
  • Provided emotional support
  • Helped client attend daily activities
  • Working with other team members

Division 1 Registered Nurse

Epworth
Geelong, VIC
01.2018 - 01.2022
  • Provided patient education on disease processes, treatments and self-management strategies.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure best possible outcomes for patients.
  • Assessed patient physical, psychological and social needs to develop individualized care plans.
  • Monitored vital signs, neurological function and pain levels of patients during treatment sessions.
  • Administered medications as prescribed by physicians according to hospital policies and procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Nursing

Deakin University
Geelong
01-2016

Skills

  • Personal Care
  • Daily Living Assistance
  • Relationship Building
  • Daily Living Requirements
  • Independent Living Support

Timeline

Disability Support Worker

Private
01.2021 - 02.2024

Division 1 Registered Nurse

Epworth
01.2018 - 01.2022

Bachelor of Nursing

Deakin University
Grace Thackeray