Nashlie Rathsmann
Lakelands,WA
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate, with a proven track record at Christian Care Disability Services, enhancing client well-being and independence. Excelled in daily living support and relationship building, fostering significant improvements in clients' social skills and self-esteem. Expert in health and safety, with a commitment to confidentiality and privacy, ensuring superior care and support.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Support Worker
Christian Care Disability Services
06.2023 - 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.
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
- Safeguarded client well-being by monitoring health conditions, administering medications, and reporting any changes to appropriate medical professionals.
- Promoted independence among clients through skill-building exercises and goal-setting initiatives.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
Disability Support Worker
Midway Community Care
06.2017 - 02.2024
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
- Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.
- Managed medications effectively for clients under strict supervision from healthcare professionals, ensuring adherence to prescribed treatment plans.
- Improved client independence by developing personalized support plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
Personal Care Assistant
Baptist Care
02.2015 - 08.2017
- 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.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
Education
No Degree - Diploma of Nursing
TAFE South Metro
Mudorch WA06.2017
Skills
- Daily living support
- Housekeeping tasks
- Health and safety awareness
- Emotional Support
- Relationship Building
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Confidentiality and Privacy
Certification
Year 12
Certificate 3 in Health service assistance
Certificate 4 in Nursing
Diploma in Nursing
Timeline
Support Worker
Christian Care Disability Services
06.2023 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Midway Community Care
06.2017 - 02.2024
Personal Care Assistant
Baptist Care
02.2015 - 08.2017
No Degree - Diploma of Nursing
TAFE South Metro
Year 12
Certificate 3 in Health service assistance
Certificate 4 in Nursing
Diploma in Nursing
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