KATRINA DUFFY
Canberra,ACT
Summary
Compassionate Personal Carer with extensive experience in disability and aged care, specializing in emergency response and medication administration. Demonstrated success in building trusting relationships and providing emotional support alongside daily living assistance. Proficient in monitoring vital signs and creating a safe environment, ensuring optimal care for clients with diverse needs.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Carer
Self employed
Canberra, ACT
02.2022 - Current
- Responded quickly and calmly in emergency situations involving medical crises or accidents.
- Ensured that all equipment used was stored safely when not in use following manufacturer's guidelines.
- Encouraged clients to participate in recreational activities that promoted physical fitness and overall wellbeing.
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times such as illness or bereavement periods.
- Administered medication according to prescribed instructions and monitored patient response to treatment.
- Accompanied clients on outings such as shopping trips or visits to friends and family members.
- Assisted patients with mobility issues by helping them transfer from bed to wheelchair or other equipment.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements specified by the doctor or nutritionist.
- Provided personal care and support to clients with a range of physical and mental health needs.
- Collaborated closely with doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients.
- Organised appointments for clients with relevant medical specialists or allied health practitioners.
- Communicated effectively with family members regarding any changes in the patient's condition.
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Assisted individuals with daily activities such as showering, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as laundry, cleaning and meal preparation.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport client.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
- Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
Community Support Worker
Goodwin
Canberra, ACT
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, medications administered and any changes in client behaviour or health status.
- Provided assistance to elderly clients with their daily activities such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Actively listened to client concerns and complaints while providing appropriate guidance.
- Assessed potential risks posed by environmental hazards within the home environment.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations in accordance with established protocols.
- Developed strategies for managing challenging behaviours exhibited by some clients.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to clients during difficult times.
- Performed light housekeeping duties, including laundry, vacuuming and meal preparation.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Observed and documented changes in the physical and mental condition of clients.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
Assistant in Nursing
Brindabella Endoscopy
Canberra, ACT
01.2013 - 03.2014
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated nursing care following established standards.
- Coordinated patient care in collaboration with health professionals and team members.
- Administered interventions, treatments, and therapies while monitoring patient responses.
- Participated in health education initiatives to promote wellness and prevent illness.
- Provided information and answered questions for patients and families regarding treatment plans.
- Supported nurses in providing direct patient care during shift assignments as needed.
- Monitored patient conditions on a regular basis and reported any changes to the supervising nurse.
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times.
- Educated family members about proper homecare techniques following discharge from the hospital or facility setting .
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies according to established protocols.
- Recorded vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration rate and blood pressure.
- Helped create a safe environment for patients by following infection control practices.
Assistant in Nursing
Home Health services
Canberra, ACT
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Collaborated closely with family members or guardians to ensure that the best interests of the client were met at all times.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry, meal preparation, grocery shopping and cleaning.
- Provided assistance to elderly individuals with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations in order to provide immediate help if needed.
- Assisted clients in navigating transportation services to medical appointments or errands.
- Observed changes in patient status and reported any changes to the appropriate supervisor.
- Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times such as illness or death of a loved one.
- Demonstrated compassion towards those under my care through active listening techniques and understanding communication style preferences.
- Assisted patients with medication management by monitoring compliance with prescribed treatments.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate and temperature for assigned patients when necessary.
- Maintained accurate records of all interactions with clients including notes about medications taken, meals eaten and general behavior patterns.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
Assistant in Nursing
Jindalee Nursing Home
Canberra, ACT
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- studied assistant in nursing.
Cashier
Woolworths
01.2005 - 01.2009
- Scanning, weighing, and recording prices of goods
- Issuing sales dockets and giving change
- Recording and balancing petty cash disbursements
- Providing customer service consistently
- Replenishing the stock by placing them in the shelves
Business Owner
Crimpers Hair Design
Canberra, ACT
01.2000 - 01.2005
- Placed stock orders to maintain optimal inventory levels.
- Recruited employees and conducted interviews to strengthen team capabilities.
- Performed bookkeeping tasks to ensure accurate financial records.
- Provided training to staff members for enhanced performance and skill development.
- Conducted stock takes to verify inventory accuracy and prevent discrepancies.
- Managed appointments and rosters to ensure efficient scheduling and resource allocation.
Education
Certificate - MND
MND New South Wales
Canberra, ACT05-2024
Certificate - First Aid
Canberra First Aid
Canberra, ACT07-2023
Certificate - Assistant in Nursing
Jindalee
Canberra, ACT07-2010
Certificate III - Home and Community care
Train For Life
Canberra, ACT01.2010
Certificate III - Hairdressing
CIT Institution
Canberra, ACT01.1999
Skills
- Emergency response
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Personal care
- Mobility assistance
- Client communication
- Record keeping
- Emotional support
- Housekeeping duties
- Feeding assistance
- Dementia care
- Disability support
- Physical therapy support
- Compassionate care
- Lifting and transferring
- Palliative care
- Elderly care
- Multitasking and organization
- Time management
- Empathetic listening
- Daily living assistance
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Personal Carer
Self employed
02.2022 - Current
Community Support Worker
Goodwin
11.2021 - 02.2022
Assistant in Nursing
Brindabella Endoscopy
01.2013 - 03.2014
Assistant in Nursing
Home Health services
01.2011 - 01.2013
Assistant in Nursing
Jindalee Nursing Home
01.2009 - 01.2011
Cashier
Woolworths
01.2005 - 01.2009
Business Owner
Crimpers Hair Design
01.2000 - 01.2005
Certificate - MND
MND New South Wales
Certificate - First Aid
Canberra First Aid
Certificate - Assistant in Nursing
Jindalee
Certificate III - Home and Community care
Train For Life
Certificate III - Hairdressing
CIT Institution