Judith Tanui
Cairns,QLD
Summary
Disability Support Worker dedicated to comprehensive, compassionate and individualized patient care. Manages appointments and medication, assists with bathing and grooming and maintains tidy environments. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving clients of all backgrounds while encouraging them to maintain their independence as much as possible.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Southern Cross Support Services
01.2024 - Current
- Improved client independence by developing personalized support plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Implemented behavior management techniques when required for the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
- Facilitated community integration for clients by organizing outings, social events, and other opportunities for engagement.
- Checked medication schedules and patient needs to enforce medication administration standards team-wide.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Updated treatment plans on monthly basis with latest intervention strategies and progress notes.
Personal Caregiver
Saphire Living
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Disability Support Worker
Spinal Life Australia
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisting clients with transfers in and out of bed and wheel chairs ,using hoists when required.
- Grooming, bathing, dressing and dental hygiene.
- Personal care, including toileting bladder and bowel management.
- Basic wound care and self medication.
- Domestic support such as meal preparation,light household duties and laundry.
- Community access such as driving to appointments and social activities.
Community Health Worker
Goseta Dispensary
05.2021 - 06.2022
- Worked directly with patient treatment teams and participated in care coordination procedures.
- Managed enrollment, transportation, and paperwork for individuals to take advantage of community resources.
- Collaborated with external organizations to coordinate health and social services.
- Targeted specific community groups with wellness and disease management information.
- Created and distributed health-related education materials to improve program awareness.
- Monitored and documented participants' progress toward individualized health goals.
- Participated in health promotion campaigns to raise awareness of health issues.
Education
Master of Science - Data Science
James Cook University
Cairns, QLD10.2025
Certificate III - Individual Support
Kingsway Vocational Training
12.2023
Certificate III - Individual Support (Ageing And Disability)
Sixty Four College of Professional Studies
Eldoret -Kenya06.2023
Bachelor Of Science - Applied Statistics
Moi University
Eldoret 05.2019
Skills
- Family Communication
- Symptom Documentation
- Patient Safety Management
- Feeding Assistance
- Creative Thinking
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Community Mental Health Programs
- Therapy and Counseling
- Care Plan Development
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Reasoning Ability
- Microsoft Office Proficiency
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Southern Cross Support Services
01.2024 - Current
Personal Caregiver
Saphire Living
09.2023 - 01.2024
Disability Support Worker
Spinal Life Australia
08.2023 - 12.2023
Community Health Worker
Goseta Dispensary
05.2021 - 06.2022
Master of Science - Data Science
James Cook University
Certificate III - Individual Support
Kingsway Vocational Training
Certificate III - Individual Support (Ageing And Disability)
Sixty Four College of Professional Studies
Bachelor Of Science - Applied Statistics
Moi University