Puja Adhikari Bhattarai
Kewdale WA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Aged Care Worker / Personal Care Assistant with strong clinical and community services background. Experienced in delivering person-centred care, supporting daily living activities, maintaining dignity, and working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams. Brings international nursing experience, Australian aged-care exposure, and strong communication, documentation, and time-management skills.
Experienced with providing compassionate care and support to individuals. Utilizes effective communication and problem-solving skills to enhance client well-being. Knowledge of creating nurturing environments and assisting with daily living activities.
Skilled Care Provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and preparing meals. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness, and household activities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aged Care Worker (Placement)
Northern Terrace S.R.S.
Reservoir, Melbourne
09.2021 - 11.2021
- Delivered care under supervision according to care plans
- Assisted residents with daily living activities
- Reported incidents and changes in condition
- 120 hours
Individual Support Worker
Personal Care Assistance
Perth, WA
02.2026 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities to promote independence and enhance quality of life.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients, fostering trust and effective communication.
- Implemented personalized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals to address individual needs.
- Monitored client health and well-being, promptly reporting changes to appropriate team members.
- Communicated effectively with family members regarding updates on client status, concerns, or achievements.
- Implemented adaptive strategies and assistive devices for enhanced communication, mobility, and functioning within the home setting.
Personal Care Assistant
Royal Freemasons – Coppin Centre
Victoria
01.2021 - 01.2026
- Provide person-centred care to elderly residents in accordance with individual care plans
- Assist with showering, toileting, feeding, dressing, and mobility
- Support residents’ emotional wellbeing and independence
- Monitor and report changes in residents’ condition to nursing staff
- Maintain accurate documentation and progress notes
Lifestyle Assistant
Royal Freemasons – Coppin Centre
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Support lifestyle and wellbeing programs for residents
- Encourage social participation and meaningful engagement
- Assist residents during group and individual activities
Agency Aged Care Worker
Crew Sharp Agency
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Provided personal care support across multiple aged-care facilities
- Adapted quickly to different workplace policies and resident needs
Registered Nurse
Alka Hospital
Nepal
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Provided emotional and physical nursing care to patients
- Monitored, recorded, and reported patient symptoms and vital signs
- Administered medications as prescribed
- Prepared patients for examinations and treatments
- Delivered health education to patients and families
Education
Community Services
Acknowledge Education Stotts College
Perth, WA03.2028
Bachelor - Community Services
Acknowledge Education Stotts College
Perth, WA03.2028
Diploma - Community Services
Stott’s College
Australia09.2021
Certificate III - Early Childhood Education
Australasian International Academy
Sydney, NSW01.2018
PCL - Nursing
Narayani Samudayik Hospital
Nepal01.2015
Skills
- Personal Care & Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
- Dementia & Aged Care Support
- Manual Handling & Mobility Assistance
- Infection Control & PPE Compliance
- Vital Signs Monitoring & Reporting
- Care Plan Implementation
- Privacy, Confidentiality & Duty of Care
- Incident Reporting & Documentation
- Teamwork & Communication
Certification
- National Police Check
- Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- First Aid & CPR
- Manual Handling
- Infection Prevention & Control
- Hand Hygiene
- Fit Testing
- Immunisation Compliant
- COVID-19 Vaccination (3 doses – Pfizer)
AVAILABILITY
Available any day
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Individual Support Worker
Personal Care Assistance
02.2026 - Current
Lifestyle Assistant
Royal Freemasons – Coppin Centre
08.2022 - 01.2023
Agency Aged Care Worker
Crew Sharp Agency
04.2022 - 10.2022
Aged Care Worker (Placement)
Northern Terrace S.R.S.
09.2021 - 11.2021
Personal Care Assistant
Royal Freemasons – Coppin Centre
01.2021 - 01.2026
Registered Nurse
Alka Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2017
Community Services
Acknowledge Education Stotts College
Bachelor - Community Services
Acknowledge Education Stotts College
Diploma - Community Services
Stott’s College
Certificate III - Early Childhood Education
Australasian International Academy
PCL - Nursing
Narayani Samudayik Hospital