Kerrie File
Goomborian ,QLD
Summary
My aim is to provide Compassionate personal care in all aspects of my work . I significantly enhanced resident care quality at Feros Care Wommin Bay for 12 years . Maintained a close working relation with Residents Family members also with RNS and ENs and management to deliver the best outcome . My proactive approach in infection control and patient safety measures notably reduced fall incidents and wounds , showcasing my commitment to excellence and ability to deliver superior healthcare outcomes. I am a proficient and caring team member offering outstanding experience enjoy working in a team environment with excellent time management . Adept at addressing residents needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving residents of all backgrounds and disability's .
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
AIN
Feros Care Wommin Bay
07.2012 - 05.2024
- Provided high-quality personal daily care services on all shifts working unsupervised with tasks which included overseeing N/D shift running and organizing all care needs , including all medications s8 , s4 on requests to which all corresponding at due course was completed with on call RN and all documentation completed in a timely manner .
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications , and outbreaks of various manners that arose .
- Providing and promoting that all high-quality personal hygiene care services are met such as toileting schedules , showers , shaving , dressing and ensuring all Oral care needs are performed .
- Assisted Residents with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing on all shifts .
- Hospital Transfers , Falls incident Forms , Palliative care and end of life corresponding with RN , Funeral homes and Family members during all shifts .
- Performed accurate documentation of Resident information according to established protocols and daily documentation and progress note completion .
- Answered call bells and supported Resident comfort and safety by adjusting any required equipment .
- Fire Warden Duties .
- Weekly Delivery and checking of Medications received from Pharmacy .
- Stock taking and reordering .
- laundry .
- Training of new staff members on all shifts in a Team Leader Role .
- Checked Residents vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels and all required documentation . Reporting all necessary changes to RN or management in charge .
- Organizing change of shifts or replacing staff .
- Improved Resident care quality by monitoring vital signs, fluid intake, and output .
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of Residents and diligent skin assessments , providing and assisting in wound care management on a regular basis ensuring proper healing took place .
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call bells and reporting changes in Residents condition to Ens or RN on duty .
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor Residents physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive outcomes and relationships with Residents and any Family concerns
- Promoted independence in Residents through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs .
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly .
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care .
Education
No Degree -
James Nash State High School
Gympie, QLD12.1987
Skills
- Wound care management
- Reliable team player
- Experience in Age Care Equipment
- Alzheimer's and Dementia Care
- Infection Control
- First Aid Certification / CPR
- Urinary Catheter Care
- Medication Administration
- Wound Care Management
- Duodopa Pump Care
- Colostomy Care
Certification
- Certificate III in Age Care
- Current First AID Attainment / CPR
- Current Police Check
- Certificate of Pharmacology for Nurses
Timeline
AIN
Feros Care Wommin Bay
07.2012 - 05.2024
No Degree -
James Nash State High School
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