Meenal Chand
Dubbo,Australia
Summary
Compassionate Personal Care Worker with 12 years of experience delivering exceptional support in nursing homes and disability facilities. Expertise in personalized assistance for clients with diverse medical needs, ensuring both physical comfort and emotional well-being. Proven ability to communicate effectively, fostering trusting relationships with clients and families. Committed to enhancing patient care through dedicated service and continuous professional development.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
SUPPORT WORKER
westhaven
Dubbo, Australia
01.2020 - Current
- Supported people from different age demographics, enhancing daily living abilities.
- Supported clients with mobility aids such as wheelchairs and walkers.
- Supported medication administration under supervision.
- Coordinated appointments and activities for enhancing social interaction.
- Performed daily documentation of case notes.
- Created tailored behavior management strategies for clients displaying complex behaviors.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, such as personal hygiene and meal preparation.
PERSONAL CARE WORKER
CATHOLIC HEALTHCARE
Dubbo, Australia
01.2013 - Current
- Monitored and documented temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration rate as instructed.
- Ensured secure transportation for patients across various environments.
- Facilitated daily living activities including personal hygiene tasks for patients.
- Promoted cognitive stimulation by conducting engaging discussions, storytelling sessions and interactive readings.
- Coordinated timely attendance of clients to medical appointments.
- Monitored and recorded residents' mental status, sleeping patterns, and eating habits.
- Minimized risk of bed sores through strategic repositioning and turning of immobilized patients.
- Recorded activities using forms, reports, and logs.
Education
Tertiary Enabling Program -
CHARLES DARWIN UNIVERSITY
01.2019
Cert 3 in Health Services Assistance -
DUBBO TAFE CAMPUS
Dubbo01.2012
High School Certificate -
DUBBO COLLEDGE SENIOR CAMPUS
Dubbo01.2011
School certificate -
COBAR HIGH SCHOOL
Cobar01.2010
Skills
- Flexible
- Medication management
- Meal preparation
- Transporting clients
- Patient assessment
- Patient-focused care
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Medical chart documentation
- Staff collaboration
- Team collaboration
- Behavior management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
SUPPORT WORKER
westhaven
01.2020 - Current
PERSONAL CARE WORKER
CATHOLIC HEALTHCARE
01.2013 - Current
Tertiary Enabling Program -
CHARLES DARWIN UNIVERSITY
Cert 3 in Health Services Assistance -
DUBBO TAFE CAMPUS
High School Certificate -
DUBBO COLLEDGE SENIOR CAMPUS
School certificate -
COBAR HIGH SCHOOL
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