Natalie O'Callaghan
Bairnsdale,VIC
Summary
Compassionate Personal Care Assistant with hands-on experience providing companionship and emotional support to residents. Well-versed in accurately documenting vital statistics and health metrics. Committed to creating positive rapport with patients and providing quality patient care. Committed Personal Care Assistant well-versed in assisting and supervising clients in daily activities, including meal preparation and basic housekeeping. Compassionate and patient with strong background in client care. Ready to undertake challenging cases and provide superlative health outcomes. Kind Caregiver with experience addressing physical and emotional needs. Familiar with scheduling and managing appointments, coordinating household support and offering caring companionship. Well-organized with medications and physically fit to handle any client need.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
Infinite Support Services
Bairnsdale, VIC
07.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Provided companionship to elderly and disabled clients in their homes or other residential facilities.
- Performed housekeeping duties including laundry, vacuuming, dusting, mopping floors and changing bed linens.
- Accompanied clients to medical appointments and provided transportation services when necessary.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted in feeding when needed.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate and respiration rate for the patient's health status.
- Participated in recreational activities with clients such as reading books, playing cards or board games.
- Ensured safety of patients by monitoring environment and responding promptly to any emergency situations that may arise.
- Provided emotional support to clients by listening attentively and engaging them in meaningful conversations.
- Educated family members about proper techniques for caring for the client at home.
- Conducted home visits to assess client's needs and provide appropriate interventions.
- Reported any observed changes in mental status or physical condition to supervisor immediately.
- Utilized adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers or canes as needed.
Personal Care Assistant
Opal
Bairnsdale, VIC
02.2016 - 11.2019
- Provided companionship to elderly and disabled clients in their homes or other residential facilities.
- Ensured safety of patients by monitoring environment and responding promptly to any emergency situations that may arise.
- Instructed family members on how to provide bedside care.
- Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.
- Contributed to case reviews of client status and progress.
- Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
Detailer
Peter Dullards Motor Group
Bairnsdale, VIC
01.2016 - 11.2019
- Cleaned and detailed vehicle interiors, including vacuuming carpets, cleaning upholstery, and wiping down all surfaces.
- Polished exterior of vehicles using buffers and polishing compounds to remove scratches and oxidation.
- Applied waxes, sealants, dressings, and other protective materials to preserve the finish on vehicles.
- Cleans engine compartment with steam cleaner or hot water pressure washer.
- Inspected vehicles for damage or excessive wear prior to detailing.
- Washed wide range of vehicles each day.
- Waxed exterior of vehicles, removed compound with soft cloth and buffed to brilliant shine.
- Checked vehicles prior to service and immediately afterward to identify damages.
- Drove vehicles to or from workshops or customer workplaces or homes.
Education
IV - Family And Community Services
TAFE GIPPSLAND
Warragul, VIC11-2023
III - Aged Care
Aged Care Training Services
Bairnsdale, VIC11-2014
III - Home & Community Care
Aged Care Training Services
Bairnsdale, VIC11-2014
II - Multimedia
Federation University
Bairnsdale, VIC11-2008
Diploma - Family And Community Services
TAFE GIPPSLAND
Traralgon, VICSkills
- Medication Management
- Housekeeping
- Care plan implementation
- Compassionate patient care
Volunteer Work
- Animal Aid - Bairnsdale
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Personal Care Assistant
Infinite Support Services
07.2023 - Current
Personal Care Assistant
Opal
02.2016 - 11.2019
Detailer
Peter Dullards Motor Group
01.2016 - 11.2019
IV - Family And Community Services
TAFE GIPPSLAND
III - Aged Care
Aged Care Training Services
III - Home & Community Care
Aged Care Training Services
II - Multimedia
Federation University
Diploma - Family And Community Services
TAFE GIPPSLAND
Similar Profiles
Zachary DickersonZachary Dickerson
Domestic Assistant at Infinite Support CareDomestic Assistant at Infinite Support Care
CORIE BickhamCORIE Bickham
Program Manager at Infinite Solutions Behavioral ServicesProgram Manager at Infinite Solutions Behavioral Services
Dilwar HussainDilwar Hussain
Accountant at Infinite ServicesAccountant at Infinite Services