Joseph Olano
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Kind Caregiver with experience addressing physical and emotional needs. Familiar with scheduling and managing appointments, coordinating household support, and offering caring companionship. Well-organized with medications and physically fit to handle any client need. Outgoing Direct Care Worker experienced with patients with disabilities and acute ailments. Well-versed in assisting patients with daily living tasks. Committed to improving patient well-being through personal care and interactive engagement.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Home Caregiver
Nurse Next Door
SCORESBY, VICTORIA
02.2024 - Current
- Provided transportation to medical appointments and errands.
- Assisted clients with mobility issues by using appropriate transfer techniques.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving clients.
- Developed individualized care plans for each client based on their physical and mental needs.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on each client's needs.
- Assisted elderly clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks including vacuuming, dusting, laundry, and meal preparation.
- Administered medications in accordance with physician instructions.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure and temperature.
Disability Support Worker
Hearth Support Services
Glen Iris, VICTORIA
02.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating.
- Organized recreational and educational activities for clients according to individual needs.
- Encouraged independence by teaching skills needed for everyday life.
- Monitored client progress and reported any changes in behavior or health conditions to supervisor.
- Coordinated doctor appointments, exercise, recreation, and family visits to maintain schedule.
- Improved resident and staff engagement through group activities.
- Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet diabetic, low sodium and high protein diets.
- Transported patients safely to social activities and doctors appointments.
Disability Support Worker
Legacy Assist Pty. Ltd.
Kings Park, VICTORIA
01.2021 - 12.2023
- Collaborated with other professionals to develop treatment plans for clients.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as eating, dressing, and grooming.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating.
- Communicated regularly with families of disabled individuals regarding care plans and updates.
- Provided emotional support to individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
- Facilitated communication between nonverbal individuals using sign language or other methods.
- Developed strategies to help individuals cope with their disability.
- Maintained records of services provided, client progress, and goals achieved.
Personal Care Worker
Menarock Life Templestowe Aged Care
Templestowe, VIC
11.2019 - 12.2022
- Offered respite care for families who needed time away from caring for their loved one.
- Acted as an advocate for patients' rights within the healthcare system.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client care services provided daily.
- Administered medications to clients in accordance with physician instructions.
- Met with various caregivers to promote continuous professional development and implement quality treatment strategies.
Personal Care Worker
Benetas Broughton Hall
Camberwell, VIC
05.2019 - 12.2022
- Transported clients to medical appointments, errands, and social events.
- Provided education about proper hygiene techniques to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Offered respite care for families who needed time away from caring for their loved one.
- Developed individualized service plans based on each client's needs and preferences.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client care services provided daily.
- Administered medications to clients in accordance with physician instructions.
- Collaborated with members of the interdisciplinary team including physicians, nurses, therapists and social workers regarding patient care.
- Monitored client health conditions and reported any changes to the appropriate personnel.
Staff Nurse
Lim Community Hospital
Canjulao BOHOL, Philippines
12.2015 - 12.2018
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Provided companionship to elderly and disabled clients in their homes or other residential facilities.
- Accompanied clients to medical appointments and provided transportation services when necessary.
- Administered medication under supervision of a registered nurse or physician.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members regarding plan of care for each client.
- Encouraged independence by helping clients develop self-care skills such as meal preparation or personal hygiene tasks.
- Developed individual plans of care based on assessment findings and physician orders.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted in feeding when needed.
- Maintained accurate records of client care activities on computerized systems for charting purposes.
- Reported any observed changes in mental status or physical condition to supervisor immediately.
- Utilized adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers or canes as needed.
- Conducted home visits to assess client's needs and provide appropriate interventions.
- Assessed changes in condition or behavior of the client which may require further medical attention.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate and respiration rate for the patient's health status.
Staff Nurse
Davao De Oro Provincial Hospital
Davao De Oro , Montevista Philippines
05.2015 - 11.2015
- Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly maintained according to safety protocols.
- Developed individualized teaching strategies for each patient based on their specific needs.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as blood draws, urine analysis and electrocardiograms.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop plans of care for patients.
Education
DIPLOMA - Social Work
Southerhn Cross Education Institute
North Melbourne, VIC08-2021
Certificate 4 in Disability - Disability Studies
Southern Cross Education Institute
North Melbourne, VIC04-2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Medina College Ozamiz City
Ozamiz City Philippines04-2010
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Housekeeping Duties
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Dementia Care
- Diabetes management
- ADL Assistance
- Meal Preparation
- Mobility Assistance
- Palliative Care
- Progress Documentation
- Basic Housekeeping
- Incident Reporting
- Behavioral Management
- Patient Companionship
- Care Plan Adherence
- Documentation
- Community activities
- Supportive Companionship
- Elderly Care
- First aid and safety
- English Fluency
- Disability Support
- PPE Usage
- COVID-19 Safety Policies
- Multitasking and Organization
- Client Transportation
Affiliations
As a caregiver with over 5 years of experience, I pride myself on being a well-rounded individual who excels in providing compassionate care and support to individuals in need. My diverse skill set includes not only practical caregiver skills such as medication management, daily living assistance, and medical monitoring, but also strong interpersonal skills that enable me to connect with my clients on a personal level. I am a patient, empathetic, and adoptable caregiver who can handle a wide range of responsibilities with professionalism and care. In addition to my caregiving duties, I actively engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices in the field. My commitment to providing holistic care and ensuring the well-being of those I serve makes me a valuable asset as a caregiver.
Certification
- Philippine Registered Nurse
- Certificate 4 in Disability Diploma
- Diploma of Community Services
- Victorian Drivers License
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Private Home Caregiver
Nurse Next Door
02.2024 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Hearth Support Services
02.2024 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Legacy Assist Pty. Ltd.
01.2021 - 12.2023
Personal Care Worker
Menarock Life Templestowe Aged Care
11.2019 - 12.2022
Personal Care Worker
Benetas Broughton Hall
05.2019 - 12.2022
Staff Nurse
Lim Community Hospital
12.2015 - 12.2018
Staff Nurse
Davao De Oro Provincial Hospital
05.2015 - 11.2015
DIPLOMA - Social Work
Southerhn Cross Education Institute
Certificate 4 in Disability - Disability Studies
Southern Cross Education Institute
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Medina College Ozamiz City
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