Jennifer Thornton
Summary
Dutiful Healthcare Assistant, working under the guidance of healthcare professionals in a hospital setting, to aid with clinical duties, observe and monitor patients and promote physical and mental health and well-being. Compassionate team player recognized for positive, upbeat attitude and proactive demeanour in solving problems. Flexible learner adapts easily to new challenges. Willingness to expand knowledge and skills through extra education.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Allied Health Assistant
Toronto Private Hospital
08.2023 - Current
- Assisting Occupational Therapists with therapy for rehabilitation patients indirectly or directly supervised
- Communicated with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare team members about patient care.
- Self-care assistance, assessment and education
- Falls prevention and Energy conservation education
- Clean, maintain and supply a variety of equipment and aids to patients
- Undertake clinical administration tasks including writing in patient records, assessment forms and filing any patient reports
- Working in conjunction with other Allied health professionals to maintain patients programs and help develop changes when needed
- Adhere to the hospitals policies and procedures, WHS, patient confidentiality and NSW laws and legislation.
Early Childhood Educator
Kindy Patch Childcare Eleebana
01.2016 - Current
- Working as a team, ensure children have a safe, supportive, stimulating and educational environment;
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Maintain ongoing records on the children's development, program and daily information using the EYLF;
- Maintain room, supplies and equipment to WHS standards;
- Ensure compliance with child care legislation and policies including the NQF.
Early Childhood Educator
Learning for Life Childcare and Preschool
02.2014 - 12.2014
- Working as a team, ensure children have a safe, supportive, stimulating and educational environment;
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Maintain ongoing records on the children's development, program and daily information using the EYLF;
- Maintain room, supplies and equipment to WHS standards;
- Ensure compliance with child care legislation and policies including the NQF;
Early Childhood Educator
Adamstown Childcare Centre
08.2009 - 07.2013
- Working as a team, ensure children have a safe, supportive, stimulating and educational environment;
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Maintain ongoing records on the children's development, program and daily information using the EYLF;
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Maintain room, supplies and equipment to WHS standards;
- Ensure compliance with child care legislation and policies including the NQF;
Education
07.2023
09.2012
08.2010
Skills
- ADL Support
- Patient Education
- Personal Grooming Care
- Infection Control
- Mobility Support
- First Aid Certification
- Clinical Documentation
- Injury Prevention
- Patient Assessments
- Emotional Support
Certification
- Working with Children Check - WWC0102088E, 09/16/28
- NDIS Worker Check – 15459829, 07/06/28
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 22/06/1982
References
- Leah Murray, Early Childhood Teacher, Director at Eleebana Kindy Patch, 0418589678, eleebana@kindypatch.com.au
- Hannah Hawkins, Occupational Therapist, Toronto Private Hospital, 0402020537, Hannah.hawkins@aurorahealth.com.au
- Leana Suffell, Occupational Therapist, Toronto Private Hospital, 0409130042, Leana.suffell@aurorahealth.com.au
Timeline
Allied Health Assistant
Toronto Private Hospital
08.2023 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
Kindy Patch Childcare Eleebana
01.2016 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
Learning for Life Childcare and Preschool
02.2014 - 12.2014
Early Childhood Educator
Adamstown Childcare Centre
08.2009 - 07.2013
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