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Karyn Ryan

Yarrawonga,VIC

Summary

Compassionate Personal Support Worker with extensive experience providing emotional and physical care to patients. Skilled in client relationship management, medication reminders, and documenting medical records. Bringing a proactive approach to improving patient quality of life and maintaining confidentiality.

Experienced support worker prepared for role in personal assistance. Skilled in providing compassionate care, managing daily tasks, and ensuring clients' well-being. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving results. Reliable and capable of responding to changing needs, with expertise in communication, problem-solving, and empathy.

Dependable employee establishes rapport and trust with patients and helps complete daily living tasks to enhance quality of life. Driven to prioritize individual needs with attention to important details. Valued as accommodating, kind-hearted team player dedicated to expanding knowledge and responsibilities.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Support Worker

Connextions
08.2023 - Current
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.

Animal Attendant for Registered Dog Breeder

Murray River Puppies
04.2022 - 05.2023
  • Provided excellent customer service to visitors and potential adopters, addressing inquiries regarding animal care and adoption processes.
  • Contributed to team efforts in achieving high standards of animal care during annual inspections from regulatory agencies.
  • Streamlined inventory management processes by organizing supply storage areas and tracking usage patterns for efficient reordering.
  • Developed relationships with local businesses to secure donations for food, supplies, and fundraising events.
  • Maintained safety protocols when handling animals to minimize risk of injury to both staff members and animals themselves.
  • Enhanced facility cleanliness by maintaining kennels, enclosures, and common areas on a daily basis.
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
  • Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
  • Monitored animal health to quickly recognize signs of illness and injury, seeking necessary medical attention.
  • Fed and watered animals to provide necessary nutrients and keep pets healthy.
  • Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries, or potential diseases.
  • Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
  • Washed, trimmed, and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
  • Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
  • Assisted veterinarians with medical procedures to ensure proper treatment for injured or ill animals.
  • Managed accurate record-keeping for all animals within the facility, including vaccinations, medications, and special needs requirements.

Office Administration Clerk

Belmores Wealth Management
05.2008 - 04.2022
  • Established and maintained standard office procedures to achieve demanding targets.
  • Streamlined office processes by implementing efficient filing systems and organizational techniques.
  • Handled incoming phone calls and answered questions from callers.
  • Reduced errors in data entry tasks through diligent attention to detail and thorough verification procedures.

Education

No Degree - Cert 3 in Individual Support (Ageing & Disability)

Partners in Training
Shepparton, VIC
01-2025

Skills

  • Mobility Assistance
  • Dementia Care
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Emotional Support
  • Patient Care
  • Social support
  • Privacy and confidentiality
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Meal Preparation
  • Recreational Activities
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Disability Support
  • Respectful and Compassionate
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Dependable and Responsible

Timeline

Personal Support Worker

Connextions
08.2023 - Current

Animal Attendant for Registered Dog Breeder

Murray River Puppies
04.2022 - 05.2023

Office Administration Clerk

Belmores Wealth Management
05.2008 - 04.2022

No Degree - Cert 3 in Individual Support (Ageing & Disability)

Partners in Training

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