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Katrina Thompson

West Albury,NSW

Summary

Registered NDIS and private care provider experienced with participants with disabilities and care needs. Well-versed in assisting participants with daily living tasks. Committed to improving participants well-being through personal care and interactive engagement.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Care Provider

Self Employed
West Albury
11.2021 - Current
  • Communicated regularly with family members regarding client's progress and needs.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary guidelines specified by physician or nutritionist.
  • Administered medications according to written instructions from doctor or pharmacist.
  • Laundered bedding to prevent infection.
  • Full pre-school program.

Registered NDIS Provider

Self Employed
West Albury
01.2017 - Current
  • Provided support to families with participants requiring assistance with:
  • Short Term Accommodation
  • Assist Personal Activities
  • Daily Tasks/Shared Living
  • Development Life Skills
  • Participate Community
  • Group/Centre Activities
  • Administered medications according to written instructions from doctor or pharmacist.

Registered Family Day Care Educator

Self Employed under Greater Hume Children Services and Mid Western Regional Family Day Care Scheme
West Albury & Wellington, NSW
01.2003 - 11.2021
  • Facilitated discussions with students on current topics related to course material.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback on a regular basis.
  • Managed classroom materials and equipment such as ipads, touch screen computers.
  • Developmental Records.
  • Care and support.

Education

Certificate IV Community Services Nursing

Tafe Queensland
Cooloolabin, QLD
03-2003

Certificate 111 Community Services Nursing

Queensland Tafe
12-1999

Skills

  • Palliative Care
  • Emotional Support
  • Recreational Activities
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Dementia Care
  • Behavioral Management
  • Care Plan Development
  • Documentation
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Progress Documentation
  • Care Plan Adherence
  • Incident Reporting
  • Compassionate client care
  • PPE Usage
  • ADL Assistance
  • Disability Support
  • Elderly Care
  • Knowledge of state regulations
  • Medical Records Management
  • Daily living assistance

Languages

Auslan
Limited

Accomplishments

  • Excellence Award 1999 for exemplary standards in academic and practical achievements in Community Services.
  • Nominated Educator of the Year 2014, 2015, 2016 & 2018.
  • Regional winner for Albury, Wodonga and Murray, NSW in 2016 Excellence in Care Educator of the Year Awards.
  • 9 units of Bachelor of Early Childhood with Curtin University completed.
  • 4 years Foster Carer 2007.
  • Statement of Attainment: SCI Communication & Deaf Studies June 1999.
  • Statement of Attainment: Healthy Foods Childcare December 2005.

Timeline

Private Care Provider

Self Employed
11.2021 - Current

Registered NDIS Provider

Self Employed
01.2017 - Current

Registered Family Day Care Educator

Self Employed under Greater Hume Children Services and Mid Western Regional Family Day Care Scheme
01.2003 - 11.2021

Certificate IV Community Services Nursing

Tafe Queensland

Certificate 111 Community Services Nursing

Queensland Tafe

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