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Lana Charlesworth

Yunderup,WA

Summary

Accomplished professional with extensive experience at Aegis and the Department of Justice, showcasing advanced skills in documentation and exceptional empathy in care. Proficient in maintaining safety protocols and fostering effective communication, leading to significant contributions to team and patient support. Recognized for achieving notable improvements in patient and inmate management through innovative strategies and compassionate engagement. Highly motivated individual with a strong clinical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and an unwavering commitment to providing compassionate patient care. Dedicated nursing professional with hands-on experience delivering quality care to patients, skilled in providing comfort, monitoring vital signs, and administering medications while building strong relationships with patients, families, and healthcare team members.

Overview

44
44
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant In Nursing

Aegis
07.2022 - Current
  • Assisted residents with personal hygiene tasks, such as bathing and dressing, while maintaining respect for patient privacy and dignity.
  • Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and daily grooming tasks.
  • Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases.
  • Prepared residents for meals and assisted with feeding.
  • Provided quality care to elderly patients in a long-term care facility setting.
  • Measured patient vital signs, recording body temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate.
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills when interacting with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
  • Utilized PPE appropriately and followed patient safety and infection control guidelines.
  • Helped maintain a positive environment by providing encouragement and support to residents.
  • Utilized safe lifting techniques to transfer patients from bed to wheelchair or other mobility devices.
  • Lifted and repositioned non-ambulatory patients to prevent accidents and falls.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to residents during times of distress.
  • Provided compassionate care to patients, ensuring comfort and dignity during daily activities.
  • Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures, contributing to patient safety and care quality.
  • Educated patients and families on care plans, fostering engagement in health management processes.
  • Maintained clean and safe environments for patients, adhering to infection control protocols consistently.
  • Supported needs of 40+ residents under long-term care
  • Supported needs of [Number]+ residents under long-term care.
  • Supported needs of [Number]+ residents under long-term care.

Prison Officer

Department of Justice
04.2006 - 11.2021
  • Utilized problem solving skills when faced with challenging situations that required immediate attention.
  • Conducted regular rounds throughout the facility to monitor inmate activity and look for signs of potential disturbances or contraband.
  • Exhibited strong organizational skills in managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
  • Assisted in training correctional officers on safety protocols such as handcuffing techniques, self-defense maneuvers, search procedures.
  • Prepared detailed incident reports documenting all interactions between staff members and inmates during shift hours.
  • Developed an understanding of criminal behavior, legal regulations, and departmental policies to effectively enforce security measures within the prison setting.

Prison Officer

Aims/Acacia Prison
04.2006 - 03.2020

Conducted regular rounds throughout the facility to monitor inmate activity and look for signs of potential disturbances or contraband.

  • Implemented security protocols to ensure the safety of inmates, staff, and visitors.
  • Investigated violations of rules by interviewing witnesses, reviewing documents, searching cells, and collecting evidence as needed.
  • Enforced disciplinary actions when necessary according to established policies while remaining sensitive to individual rights.
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills while interacting with inmates in a professional manner.
  • Conducted regular security checks to identify and mitigate potential risks.
  • Supervised inmate activities to maintain safety and order within facility.

Court Custodial Officer

Central Law Courts
09.2000 - 11.2006

Food Preparation Worker

Sizzler
10.1993 - 08.1997

Barista / counter hand

Armadale Coffee House
04.1992 - 07.1993

Barista Counter hand

Clouds Cafe (Maddington)
02.1998 - 06.1990

Office Assistant Intern

Parkside Party Hire
03.1985 - 05.1986

Apprentice Hairdresser

Europa Hair Design
01.1982 - 01.1985

Education

Diploma - nursing: medical Candidate

Open Colleges

High school - undefined

Kewdale Senior High school
12.1980

High School - undefined

Eric Kaester Schule
01.1980

Skills

  • Behavior documentation
  • Compassionate healthcare delivery
  • Assistance with mobility
  • End-of-life care
  • Clear interpersonal communication
  • Compassionate patient assistance

Certification

  • Certificate 3 in aged care
  • Senior first aid
  • Manual handling

LANGUAGES

GERMAN.

passions

Past experiences in the food industry is my main passion able to utilise costings and shrinkage for profit, love to try out new foods and compiling menus from all nationalities around the world a true organiser and all round efervescent individual

Timeline

Assistant In Nursing

Aegis
07.2022 - Current

Prison Officer

Department of Justice
04.2006 - 11.2021

Prison Officer

Aims/Acacia Prison
04.2006 - 03.2020

Court Custodial Officer

Central Law Courts
09.2000 - 11.2006

Barista Counter hand

Clouds Cafe (Maddington)
02.1998 - 06.1990

Food Preparation Worker

Sizzler
10.1993 - 08.1997

Barista / counter hand

Armadale Coffee House
04.1992 - 07.1993

Office Assistant Intern

Parkside Party Hire
03.1985 - 05.1986

Apprentice Hairdresser

Europa Hair Design
01.1982 - 01.1985

High school - undefined

Kewdale Senior High school

High School - undefined

Eric Kaester Schule

Diploma - nursing: medical Candidate

Open Colleges
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