Marichu Facundo
Schofields,NSW
Summary
Healthcare professional with extensive experience in elder care, ensuring high standards of care and support. Proven ability to engage with residents, fostering positive and nurturing atmosphere. Known for reliability and adaptability, excelling in team collaboration and achieving results.
Healthcare professional with proven track record in supporting patient care and clinical operations. Adept at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality outcomes and adapt to evolving needs. Possesses expertise in patient communication, medical terminology, and administrative tasks. Known for reliability, strong work ethic, and patient-focused approach.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Healthcare Support Worker
Leora Healthcare
02.2025 - Current
- Promoted adherence to facility policies and procedures by modeling professional behavior at all times, ensuring consistent standards across the workplace.
- Ensured timely administration of medications and treatments as directed by medical professionals, promoting patient health and wellbeing.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormal findings promptly to nursing staff, facilitating early intervention when necessary.
- Demonstrated effective problem-solving abilities in addressing challenges encountered during routine care provision or emergency situations.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
Pathology Collector
St Vincent's Public Hospital
Darlinghurst, NSW
06.2024 - 04.2025
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of phlebotomy and specimen collection.
- Advanced knowledge about various specimen collection methods, ensuring the correct technique was employed for each patient''s unique needs.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through strong teamwork, effective communication, and consistent professionalism under pressure.
- Venipuncture technique perfected over time, resulting in minimal discomfort for patients during blood draws.
Patient Care Coordinator
Ryman Healthcare
New Zealand
08.2019 - 09.2023
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
- Maintained clean environment with due consideration to health and safety issues and infection control policy.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing personal care services such as bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance.
- Arranged bedding and cushions to enhance patient comfort in bed and chairs.
- Supported nursing staff with care of incontinent patients and promotion of continence care.
- Contributed to efficient patient care by accurately documenting medical information and maintaining up-to-date records.
- Performed vital signs monitoring, ensuring timely reporting of any abnormalities to the medical team.
- Delivered high standard of holistic care to patients to promote equality and dignity.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions, staying current with best practices in health care assistance.
Pathology Collector
PathLabs Whakatāne HOSPITAL
New Zealand
05.2011 - 09.2018
- Facilitated seamless transition between different stages of testing by properly labelling, storing, and transporting collected specimens according to established guidelines.
- Educated patients on proper specimen collection techniques, ensuring optimal sample integrity and accurate test results.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through strong teamwork, effective communication, and consistent professionalism under pressure.
- Enhanced patient comfort by efficiently managing the specimen collection process.
Nursing Assistant
Senate Bureau
New Zealand
02.2010 - 09.2016
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
- Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - B.S. Nursing
Torrens University Australia
Surry Hills, NSW01-2027
Certificate III - CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support
Astute Training Institute
Sydney, NSW05-2025
Diploma Psychology - Mental Health Nursing
Polytechnic NewZealand
Newzealand 09.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of The Visayas Gullas College Nursing
Philippines Qualification Overseas03.2009
Skills
- Venipuncture techniques
- Transfer techniques
- Elderly care
- Multitasking and organization
- COVID-19 safety policies
- Patient care
- Medical office administration
- Healthcare administration
- Medication administration
- Client transportation
- Social skills development
- First aid and safety
- Case documentation
- Transportation
- Infection control procedures
- Infection control
- Case management
- Documentation
- Patient education
- Organizational skills
- Medical terminology understanding
- Patient advocacy
- Documentation proficiency
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Healthcare operations
- Goal setting
- Policy adherence
- Scheduling
- Nursing background
- Care planning
- Claims processing
- Quality assurance
- Process improvements
- Progress monitoring
- Organizational standards
- Strategic planning
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Clear communication
- Team collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
- Client relationship management
- Workflow management
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Timeline
Healthcare Support Worker
Leora Healthcare
02.2025 - Current
Pathology Collector
St Vincent's Public Hospital
06.2024 - 04.2025
Patient Care Coordinator
Ryman Healthcare
08.2019 - 09.2023
Pathology Collector
PathLabs Whakatāne HOSPITAL
05.2011 - 09.2018
Nursing Assistant
Senate Bureau
02.2010 - 09.2016
Certificate III - CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support
Astute Training Institute
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of The Visayas Gullas College Nursing
Bachelor of Science - B.S. Nursing
Torrens University Australia
Diploma Psychology - Mental Health Nursing
Polytechnic NewZealand