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Kayla Phillips

Yarrawonga

Summary

Dedicated PCA with a proven track record at Yarrawonga Health, excelling in patient-focused care and behavioral management. Enhanced patient independence and wellbeing through compassionate support and effective dementia care strategies. Skilled in medical terminology and emotional support, fostering strong patient and family relationships.

Work History

PCA

Yarrawonga Health
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
  • Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
  • Facilitated meal planning, preparation, feeding assistance as needed while adhering to specific dietary restrictions or requirements.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient condition to medical professionals promptly.
  • Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning and skin assessments of at-risk patients.
  • Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting.
  • Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
  • Enhanced patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises.
  • Coordinated transportation services for medical appointments or other necessary outings for patients who required assistance outside of the home setting.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, ensuring optimal outcomes for each patient.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic medical records, ensuring continuity of care among healthcare providers.
  • Promoted social interaction among residents within a long-term care facility which enhanced overall quality of life.
  • Provided respite care for family caregivers, allowing them to rest and recharge while ensuring the continued well-being of their loved one.
  • Performed wound care and dressing changes, facilitating timely healing and recovery.
  • Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
  • Delivered high-quality care to Type patients in hospital facility.

Home & Community Care

MHA Care


  • Enhanced team efficiency by sharing best practices and contributing valuable insights during staff meetings.
  • Connected patients to appropriate resources by maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of local services and programs.
  • Collaborated with the care team to provide comprehensive care for patients with complex needs.
  • Empowered patients to make informed decisions about their health by providing educational materials and support.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by implementing effective follow-up procedures and monitoring patient progress.
  • Increased patient satisfaction through regular check-ins and support for their emotional wellbeing.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Determined need for special assessment activities for complex cases, effectively handling care plans.
  • Conducted in-home visits to provide supportive services such as transfers to appointments, meal prep & cooking, ensured clients safely ingested their right dosage of prescription medication correctly. Assisted with activities of daily living including bathing showering dressing and grooming.

Lifestyle Therapist

Yarrawonga Health
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
  • Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
  • Facilitated meal planning, preparation, feeding assistance as needed while adhering to specific dietary restrictions or requirements.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient condition to medical professionals promptly.
  • Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning and skin assessments of at-risk patients.
  • Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting.
  • Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
  • Enhanced patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises.
  • Coordinated transportation services for medical appointments or other necessary outings for patients who required assistance outside of the home setting.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, ensuring optimal outcomes for each patient.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic medical records, ensuring continuity of care among healthcare providers.
  • Promoted social interaction among residents within a long-term care facility which enhanced overall quality of life.
  • Provided respite care for family caregivers, allowing them to rest and recharge while ensuring the continued well-being of their loved one.
  • Performed wound care and dressing changes, facilitating timely healing and recovery.
  • Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
  • Delivered high-quality care to Type patients in hospital facility.

Education

Cert 111 In Home & Community Care -

Yarrawonga Neighbourhood House
Yarrawonga, VIC
2014

Cert 111 Aged Care - Aged Care

Yarrawonga Neighbourhood House
Yarrawonga, VIC
2014

Cert 111 Pathology - Pathology

Wangaratta TAFE
Wangaratta, VIC
2009

VCE -

Yarrawonga College
Yarrawonga, VIC
2008

Year 10 -

Sacred Heart
Yarrawonga, VIC
2006

Skills

  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Behavioral management
  • Emotional support
  • Dementia care
  • Meal preparation
  • Infection control
  • End-of-life care
  • Continuing education
  • Diabetes management
  • Nutrition monitoring
  • Medical terminology
  • Transfer techniques
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Seizure precautions
  • Daily living assistance
  • Safety awareness
  • Medication reminders
  • Patient documentation
  • Mobility support
  • Family support
  • Care plan implementation
  • Physical therapy assistance
  • Oxygen therapy
  • Range of motion exercises
  • Feeding assistance
  • CPR certification
  • Basic life support
  • Patient observation
  • Mobility assistance
  • ADL support
  • Patient positioning
  • Infection control standards
  • Patient services
  • Wound care
  • Infection prevention
  • Catheter care
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Blood glucose monitoring
  • Specimen collection
  • Clinical training
  • Hospice and palliative care
  • Data collection
  • Medical equipment operation
  • Information protection
  • Team collaboration
  • Active listening
  • Health monitoring
  • Physical therapy support
  • Vitals documentation
  • Bed preparation
  • Monitoring patient conditions
  • Restocking supplies
  • Body mechanics knowledge
  • Patient assistance
  • Basic nursing care
  • Patient hygiene management
  • Calm under stress
  • Time management
  • Care monitoring
  • Empathy and compassionate care
  • Patient-focused care
  • Attention to detail
  • Patient safety management
  • Patient relationship building
  • Room cleaning and restocking
  • Heavy lifting
  • Companionship and emotional support
  • Behavior redirection
  • Family communication
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Recording vital signs

Timeline

PCA

Yarrawonga Health

Home & Community Care

MHA Care

Lifestyle Therapist

Yarrawonga Health

Cert 111 In Home & Community Care -

Yarrawonga Neighbourhood House

Cert 111 Aged Care - Aged Care

Yarrawonga Neighbourhood House

Cert 111 Pathology - Pathology

Wangaratta TAFE

VCE -

Yarrawonga College

Year 10 -

Sacred Heart
Kayla Phillips