Heidi Lantin
Smithfield,Queensland
Summary
Compassionate Personal Care Assistant with extensive experience at Kewarra Aged Care, skilled in patient care and effective communication. Proven ability to build trust and rapport with clients, enhancing their well-being and dignity. Committed to delivering personalized care while ensuring a safe and clean environment for optimal health outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
Kewarra Aged Care
11.2017 - Current
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Improved client comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Certified Nursing Assistant In Training
Queensland Health
12.2020 - 01.2025
- Monitored health and well-being of clients
- Developed personalized care plans for each client
- Delivered high-quality personal care, including bathing, grooming, and dressing, fostering a sense of dignity for each patient.
- Cleaned and sterilized medical instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies.
- Assisted medical supply requisitioning to maintain inventory.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized environment, reducing the risk of infection for patients.
Personal Support Worker
YNA Your Nursing Agency
11.2019 - 03.2023
- Provided in-home care to 5 patients daily
- Achieved a high level of client trust and rapport
- Assisted in mobility and physical therapy exercises
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
Personal Care Worker
Infinite Care Waters Caravonica
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Developed trust-based relationships with both clients and their families through clear communication and empathetic caregiving approach.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized care and attention to their daily needs.
- Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
- Assisted residents with meal and preparation, considering dietary restrictions and preferences.
Education
Bachelor of Science - in Computer Science
STI College in Manila Philippines
Manila, Philippines10-2000
Skills
- Patient Care
- Health Monitoring
- Personal Care Assistance
- Effective Communication
- Client Relationship Building
- Empathy
- Time Management
Certification
- Certificate III in Individual Support
( Ageing, Home and Community)
- CPR and First Aid Certificate
- Blue and Yellow Card
Timeline
Personal Care Worker
Infinite Care Waters Caravonica
11.2021 - 08.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant In Training
Queensland Health
12.2020 - 01.2025
Personal Support Worker
YNA Your Nursing Agency
11.2019 - 03.2023
Personal Care Assistant
Kewarra Aged Care
11.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - in Computer Science
STI College in Manila Philippines
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