Isata Jalloh
Emerton,NSW
Summary
Talented Support Worker focused on improving client lives through high-quality support and patient instruction. Proficient in life, financial and social skills, helping clients integrate into community and live more robust lives. Creative and empathetic assistant with 8 years of experience building community and developing social skills through incremental therapeutic techniques.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Life Style Support Worker
BreakThru.com
11.2022 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Enhanced the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through empathetic communication and active listening.
- Developed strong rapport with clients by consistently demonstrating respect, understanding, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
- Implemented community outreach programs to promote mental health awareness.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for clients.
- Devised and implemented community-based programs to promote mental health awareness.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to provide effective interventions for clients.
Disability Support Worker
Quality Health Care
10.2020 - Current
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
- Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Implemented behavior management techniques when required for the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive environment for all clients by enforcing policies and procedures consistently.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to drive continuity of care.
Bupa aged Care
Assistant In Nursing
01.2016 - 06.2020
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained a clean and safe living environment for all residents, ensuring their wellbeing.
- Enhanced residents'' quality of life by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Adhered strictly to infection control protocols, minimizing the risk of communicable diseases within the facility.
- Utilized strong problem-solving skills to address challenging situations with empathy and professionalism.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
Drake international / Supportworker
Home Care Services
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Enhanced the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Developed strong rapport with clients by consistently demonstrating respect, understanding, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
- Safeguarded client well-being by monitoring health conditions, administering medications, and reporting any changes to appropriate medical professionals.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, interventions, and outcomes to ensure continuity of care across service providers.
- Coordinated appointments for clients with healthcare providers to promote consistent access to essential medical services.
- Adapted quickly to changing work environments while maintaining high levels of productivity and professionalism under pressure.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, effectively de-escalating challenging situations while maintaining client safety.
- Promoted community integration by providing extensive physical, emotional and social support.
- Improved client satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and implementing feedback in a timely manner.
- Facilitated community integration for clients by organizing social outings, recreational activities, and educational opportunities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for each client.
- Advocated for client rights and preferences in interactions with external service providers to ensure equitable access to necessary supports.
- Created, prepared, and delivered reports to various departments.
- Contributed to the development of agency policies and procedures aimed at improving overall service delivery standards for all clients served.
- Proactively identified areas for improvement within the organization and contributed ideas towards enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
- Monitored clients' progress to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Conducted home visits to assess clients' home environment and provide support.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.
- Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills.
- Facilitated peer support groups to help clients connect with others.
- Facilitated psychoeducational classes to help clients develop life skills.
Bond! home care Australia / community care worker
Home Care Services
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Enhanced client well-being by providing personalized care and support in their homes.
- Streamlined communication between healthcare providers, clients, and families to ensure optimal care coordination.
- Provided emotional support for clients and families coping with chronic illnesses, disabilities, or end-of-life situations.
- Used Software to report and document clients daily activities and progress.
- Assisted case management team in identifying potential problems by providing input to counselors and other professionals in regard to development of client program plans.
- Optimized client participation in social activities by facilitating transportation arrangements as needed.
- Liaised with key accounts to deliver targeted administrative household support.
- Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
- Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
- Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
Assistant In Nursing
Royal Rehab
09.2022 - Current
- Used effective communication skills when interacting with diverse populations within the healthcare setting.
- Provided customized care according to individual health plan.
- Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning of bedridden patients, preserving skin integrity.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized environment, reducing the risk of infection for patients.
- Delivered high-quality personal care, including bathing, grooming, and dressing, fostering a sense of dignity for each patient.
- Managed time efficiently while prioritizing tasks according to urgency and importance for optimal patient outcomes.
- Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring and reporting changes in health status to nursing staff.
- Improved patient satisfaction by efficiently responding to call lights and addressing individual needs.
- Provided companionship during recreational activities, enhancing social engagement for residents within the facility.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities, staying up-to-date on best practices within the nursing assistant field.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and assistance in daily living activities.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
- Supported needs of 2+ residents under long-term care.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Delivered high-quality care to critical patients in hospital facility.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Educated family members about caregiving techniques, enabling them to confidently support their loved ones at home effectively.
- Offered nursing station clerical and data-entry assistance to streamline operations.
- Worked closely with physical therapists to support patients'' personalized exercise regimens and rehabilitation efforts.
- Contributed to efficient medication administration by accurately recording intake information under nurse supervision.
- Provided informational resources to patients and families regarding treatments, guidelines and plans.
- Demonstrated respect for patients'' privacy and confidentiality by discreetly handling sensitive information and following HIPAA guidelines.
- Assisted medical supply requisitioning to maintain inventory.
- Worked alongside certified nursing assistants to check vitals and tend to patient needs.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Cleaned and sterilized medical instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies.
- Maintained thorough documentation of patient care tasks and progress towards treatment goals.
- Aided in mealtime experiences that encouraged healthy eating habits while adhering to dietary restrictions.
- Maintained compliance with HIPAA and organizational privacy-protecting policies.
- Organized and managed patient charts and files.
- Conducted accurate vital sign measurements for timely identification of potential health issues.
- Facilitated safe transfers and ambulation, promoting increased mobility among residents.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop comprehensive care plans for residents.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being by developing trusting relationships and actively listening to concerns.
Disability Support Worker
Afford - The Australian Foundation For Disability
06.2021 - 10.2023
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
- Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
- Delivered exceptional personal care services, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding assistance.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
- Communicated regularly with family members about client progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
- Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive environment for all clients by enforcing policies and procedures consistently.
- Implemented behavior management techniques when required for the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for clients to attend medical appointments or partake in social activities safely.
- Managed medications effectively for clients under strict supervision from healthcare professionals, ensuring adherence to prescribed treatment plans.
- Facilitated community integration for clients by organizing outings, social events, and other opportunities for engagement.
- Improved client independence by developing personalized support plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
- Worked with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to drive continuity of care.
- Conducted in-home visits to provide supportive services.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
- Provided crisis intervention services as needed, utilizing de-escalation techniques and leveraging available resources for support.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, ensuring optimal client wellbeing.
Education
Bachelor Of Nursing - Nursing
Western Sydney University
Sydney, NSW08.2021
Foundation Of Nursing - Nursing
Nirimba Education Precinct
Sydney, NSW01.2016
Health Services Assistant - Nursing Education
Nepean Tafe
Kingswoood NSW01.2016
High School - High School
Kings Wood High School
Kingswood, NSW01.2015
Skills
- Housekeeping task
- Health and safety awareness
- Emotional Support
- Daily living assistance
- Confidentiality and Privacy
- Mobility Assistance
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Behavioral support
- Meal Preparation
- Meal Planning and Preparation
- Transportation Assistance
- Life Skills Development
- Documentation abilities
- Professional boundaries
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Clean Driving Record
- Mobility support
- Skill Development
- Community Integration
- Recreational Activities
- Budgeting and financial management
- Transcription and dictation
- Patient support
- Client Advocacy
- Emergency response training
- Case Documentation
- Administrative Management
- Trauma Informed Care Framework
- High-Risk Populations Identification
- Service Accessibility Improvements
- Motivational enhancement therapy
- Foster care youth
- Family reunification specialist
- Structured Decision Making (SDM) tools knowledge
Accomplishments
- Achieved 8years by completing medication training with accuracy and efficiency.
First Aid Cpr
- Infection administration, 2016
- Control, Medication atem
Country Of Birth
SIERRA LEONE
Qualifications
Completed Bachalor of nursing,
Health service Assitant certificate 3
References
- Shame Chalsanjulsa, Bupa aged care & supReviSour, 043325738
- Kate Smyth, Quality health care Team leader Kate.z.smyth@gmail.com, 0422 542 876
- Richard Kwakye Afford disability services supervisor 0435813010
Certification
First aid and CPR
NDIS training
Languages
Krio
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Life Style Support Worker
BreakThru.com
11.2022 - Current
Assistant In Nursing
Royal Rehab
09.2022 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Afford - The Australian Foundation For Disability
06.2021 - 10.2023
Disability Support Worker
Quality Health Care
10.2020 - Current
Drake international / Supportworker
Home Care Services
01.2018 - 01.2019
Bupa aged Care
Assistant In Nursing
01.2016 - 06.2020
Bond! home care Australia / community care worker
Home Care Services
01.2016 - 01.2017
Bachelor Of Nursing - Nursing
Western Sydney University
Foundation Of Nursing - Nursing
Nirimba Education Precinct
Health Services Assistant - Nursing Education
Nepean Tafe
High School - High School
Kings Wood High School
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