Lesley Ann Lerias
Spotswood
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated healthcare professional with extensive experience as a Registered Nurse at Chong Hua Hospital Mandaue. Proven ability in risk assessments and documentation, enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based interventions. Skilled in personal care and mobility support, fostering trust and respect with clients through empathy and active listening. Has a strong background in providing compassionate care and support to individuals with disabilities and elderly. Skilled in developing individualized care plans, implementing therapeutic activities, and ensuring client safety and well-being. Strong focus on team collaboration, effective communication, and adapting to changing needs. Reliable and results-driven, with commitment to enhancing clients' quality of life through empathetic and respectful care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Inlife Independent Living
11.2019 - Current
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, toileting, transferring, lifting, repositioning and moving clients.
- Worked with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plans.
- Assessed risk factors of patients and made referrals for further services.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, ensuring optimal client wellbeing.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the disability support field.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Delivered exceptional personal care services, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding assistance.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
Personal Care Assistant
Opal Healthcare Formerly BlueCross Sheridan Hall
02.2023 - 07.2024
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Improved client comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Enhanced client well-being by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
Registered Nurse
Chong Hua Hospital Mandaue
05.2017 - 08.2018
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
Education
Certificate IV in Ageing Support
Academia International
Melbourne, VIC12-2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cebu Doctor's University
Mandaue City, Cebu Philippines04-2011
Skills
- Health and safety
- Personal and elderly care
- Daily living assistance
- Documentation and reporting
- Client confidentiality
- Mobility support and transfer techniques
- Risk assessments
- Feeding assistance
- Time management
- Active listening
- Empathy and patience
- Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
Personal Care Assistant
Opal Healthcare Formerly BlueCross Sheridan Hall
02.2023 - 07.2024
Disability Support Worker
Inlife Independent Living
11.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse
Chong Hua Hospital Mandaue
05.2017 - 08.2018
Certificate IV in Ageing Support
Academia International
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cebu Doctor's University
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