Dinesha Jinadasa
WAURN PONDS,VIC
Summary
Dedicated Personal Care Assistant with extensive experience at Estia Health Leopold, skilled in compassionate patient care and medication administration. Proven ability to enhance residents' quality of life through emotional support and effective communication. Recognized for maintaining safety standards and building trusting relationships with clients and their families.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
Estia Health Leopold
Leopold, VIC
01.2017 - Current
- Administered medication under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician using Medi-Map.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Facilitated movement by applying appropriate use of mobility aids like walkers, canes, and wheelchairs.
- Recorded client care activities in electronic charting systems for accurate documentation.
- Provided support during mealtimes, as necessary.
- Ensured safety of patients by monitoring environment and responding promptly to any emergency situations that may arise.
- Provided emotional support to clients by listening attentively and engaging them in meaningful conversations.
- Reported any observed changes in mental status or physical condition to supervisor immediately.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
Food Service Assistant
Estia Health Leopold
Leopold, VIC
07.2014 - 12.2016
- Distributed food to residents in nursing homes.
- Checked temperatures of cooked foods using thermometers to ensure safe consumption.
- Prepared salads and cold foods such as sandwiches or wraps.
- Followed beverage recipes to ensure consistency in preparation.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in work areas, including floors, equipment, utensils, dishes, and refrigerators.
Education
Certificate III in Indvidual Support - CHC33015
Karingal Training
Geelong, VIC04-2017
Certificate III in Health Services Assistance
Diversitat Training
Geelong, VIC08-2014
Skills
- Compassionate patient care
- Direct patient care
- Observational skills
- Feeding support
- Medication administration
- Patient lifting techniques
- Emotional support
- Personal hygiene assistance
Timeline
Personal Care Assistant
Estia Health Leopold
01.2017 - Current
Food Service Assistant
Estia Health Leopold
07.2014 - 12.2016
Certificate III in Indvidual Support - CHC33015
Karingal Training
Certificate III in Health Services Assistance
Diversitat Training
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