Micah Duque

HOME CARE , AGED CARE FACILITY & NDIS

• Ensured timely administration of medication, following strict protocols to maintain patient safety.
• Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, building trust and improving overall wellbeing.
• Managed clients'' personal hygiene routines including bathing, dressing, grooming tasks.
• Fostered a safe, comfortable environment for patients by maintaining clean and organized living spaces.
• Aided clients during transfers between beds, chairs or other positions ensuring proper body mechanics were utilized to prevent injuries.
• Enhanced patient well-being by providing personalized care and support tailored to individual needs.

Acute Care

• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Participated in hands-on clinical training under the supervision of experienced nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
• Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
• Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
• Developed strong rapport with patients by actively listening to concerns and addressing individual needs.
• Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for both patients and staff members.
• Applied critical thinking skills to identify changes in patient conditions, initiating timely interventions as needed.
• Performed wound care procedures using proper sterile techniques to promote healing and prevent infection complications.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement personalized care plans for patients.
• Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings, offering insights from nursing perspective to improve patient care strategies.

Rehab Care

• Promoted patient comfort by promptly addressing pain management needs and assisting with activities of daily living.
• Developed nursing skills under the guidance of experienced preceptors, implementing evidence-based practices for optimal outcomes.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by consistently providing prompt, courteous service and addressing individual needs with empathy and understanding.
• Optimized time management skills in a fast-paced clinical setting by prioritizing tasks according to urgency while maintaining focus on quality patient care.
• Collaborated with the clinical team on developing individualized care plans based on patients' specific needs and goals.

Aged Care

• Promoted patient comfort by promptly addressing pain management needs and assisting with activities of daily living.
• Developed nursing skills under the guidance of experienced preceptors, implementing evidence-based practices for optimal outcomes.
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
• Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
• Increased resident satisfaction ratings through a consistent focus on effective communication and empathetic caregiving.