Kirsty Flaherty
Sippy Downs,QLD
Summary
Dedicated PCA from Regis Aged Care, adept in cultural sensitivity and infection prevention, significantly enhanced patient satisfaction and safety. Excelled in emergency responsiveness and behavioral management, ensuring comprehensive care and support. Achieved notable improvements in patient health outcomes through meticulous attention to personal hygiene and ADL support.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
PCA - Assistant in Nursing
Regis Aged Care
07.2014 - Current
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
- Greeted guests in with friendliness and professionalism.
Education
No Degree - Certificate 111 in Aged Care And Home & Community
Sunshine Coast Institute of TAFE
Queensland - Mooloolaba06.2014
Skills
- Continuing education
- Meal Preparation
- Behavioral Management
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Dementia Care
- End of life care
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Infection prevention
- ADL support
Timeline
PCA - Assistant in Nursing
Regis Aged Care
07.2014 - Current
No Degree - Certificate 111 in Aged Care And Home & Community
Sunshine Coast Institute of TAFE
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