- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- Gardening
- Volunteer Work
- Baking
- Reading
- Animal Care
- Crafting and Quilting
- Swimming
- Deep Water Aerobics
Lois Lunio
Armadale
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse and Support Worker, recognized for excellence in patient care and support at East Metropolitan Health Service. Demonstrates critical thinking and empathy, enhancing patient outcomes and wellness. Achieved significant reduction in surgical complications, showcasing commitment to health and safety. Builds strong relationships, ensuring client and patient trust and confidentiality.
Offering compassionate and patient approach, eager to learn and grow in supportive environment. Brings strong foundation in understanding human behavior and assists in daily living activities and maintaining safe and positive living environment. Ready to use and develop interpersonal and organizational skills in Casual Drug and Alcohol Tester/Collector role.
Overview
52
52
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Support Worker
Self Employed Via Mable
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Enhanced the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through empathetic communication and active listening.
- Developed strong rapport with clients by consistently demonstrating respect, understanding, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
East Metropolitan Health Service
04.1973 - 09.2020
- Assisted with patient positioning, prepping, and draping during surgical procedures to ensure optimal safety and comfort throughout the process.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment by accurately interpreting diagnostic data prior to surgery, ensuring optimal decision-making during procedures.
- Reduced surgical complications through thorough patient assessment and timely communication with the surgical team.
- Delivered empathetic post-operative care to patients transitioning from surgery to recovery while consistently monitoring vital signs and pain levels for optimal comfort management.
- Increased positive outcomes for patients undergoing surgery by promptly identifying potential complications and implementing appropriate interventions.
- Prevented infections and maintained a sterile environment through diligent adherence to infection control guidelines and operating room best practices.
- Participated actively in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall patient experience within the operating room setting.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Edith Cowen University
07-2002
No Degree - Nursing
Royal Perth Hospital
Perth, WA04-1971
Skills
- Daily living support
- Housekeeping tasks
- Health and safety awareness
- Emotional support
- Confidentiality and privacy
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Active listening
- Mobility assistance
- Relationship building
- Transportation assistance
- Professional boundaries
- Clean driving record
- Critical thinking
- Troubleshooting
- Empathy and patience
- Verbal and written communication
- Documentation and reporting
- Personal errands
- Excellent communication
- Time management
- Professionalism
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Interests
Timeline
Support Worker
Self Employed Via Mable
10.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
East Metropolitan Health Service
04.1973 - 09.2020
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Edith Cowen University
No Degree - Nursing
Royal Perth Hospital
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