Katherine Ray
Wollongong,NSW
Summary
- 15 years of experience in the aged care industry
- expertise in providing compassionate, person-centered care to elderly individuals. The skills acquired over these years highlight a profound commitment to improving the quality of life for seniors while respecting their dignity and independence.
Behavioural and Dementia Care
Extensive experience in managing residents with Alzheimer’s, dementia, and other cognitive impairments. Knowledgeable in de-escalating challenging behaviours, ensuring a calm environment, and implementing activities that promote cognitive engagement.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Homecare Worker
Kincare
03.2023 - Current
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Engaged clients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Provided safe mobility support to help clients move around personal and public spaces.
- Assisted clients with self-administered medications.
- Trained new staff members in the field.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge by attending training sessions related to the home care industry.
- Domestic assistance.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
Aged Care Worker/ Team Leader
IRT
08.2009 - 09.2022
- Assisted residents with daily living tasks, promoting independence and dignity.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help residents achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained a clean and safe living environment for all residents, ensuring their wellbeing.
- Turned and positioned bedbound residents to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Adhered strictly to infection control protocols, minimizing the risk of communicable diseases within the facility.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Administered medications according to doctor''s orders, maintaining accurate records for safety purposes.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by providing detailed handover reports on residents'' progress and needs.
- Conferred with supervisor to discuss resident condition and medical care.
- Monitored resident vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviours to keep RN supervisor well-informed.
- Changed sheets and made bed to keep residents bedroom clean.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
Education
Wesley Mission
Skills
- Housekeeping tasks
- First aid and safety
- Emotional support
- Client documentation
- Meal preparation
- Mobility support
- Medication administration
- Behavioural management
- Patient transportation
- Care plan adherence
- Personal hygiene support
Timeline
Homecare Worker
Kincare
03.2023 - Current
Aged Care Worker/ Team Leader
IRT
08.2009 - 09.2022
Wesley Mission
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