Regan Valdes
Earlwood,NSW
Summary
Proven Home Care Worker with a track record of enhancing patient well-being at IRT Group through compassionate caregiving and efficient medication administration. Excelled in maintaining client confidentiality and fostering independence, supported by strong ethics and adaptability. Achieved commendable feedback for elevating care standards and teamwork.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Care Worker
IRT Group
04.2019 - Current
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge by attending training sessions, workshops, and conferences related to the home care industry.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress by documenting observations, interventions, outcomes, and any identified issues.
- Ran errands for patients, did shopping, and picked up other necessities.
- Contributed to patients'' wellbeing by assisting with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Safeguarded patient''s privacy rights by adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining confidentiality of personal health information.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
- Assisted patients in meeting nutritional needs through meal planning, grocery shopping assistance, special dietary accommodations, and feeding support when necessary.
- Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.
- Aided in clients'' recovery processes through effective communication with healthcare professionals regarding care plans and progress updates.
- Promoted a safe home environment by performing thorough housekeeping tasks and maintaining cleanliness standards.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Ensured timely medication administration by diligently managing medication schedules for multiple clients.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Improved patient mobility through assistance with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, reporting any abnormalities or changes to supervising healthcare professionals promptly.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Supported client independence by providing transportation services to appointments, social events, and errands.
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively using appropriate de-escalation techniques for dementia or cognitively impaired patients.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
AIN Aged Care Worker
Christadelphian Aged Care Padstow Heights
08.2013 - 03.2019
- Assisted residents with daily living tasks, promoting independence and dignity.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Enhanced residents'' quality of life by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Received consistent positive feedback from residents and their families due to exceptional care delivery.
- acted as RSO showing room and beds to potential residents and families . 7 months
Manager and Sales Assistant
Tessuti Fabrics
08.2003 - 08.2013
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Education
Certificate III - Certificate 3 Aged Care
TAFE NSW
North Strathfield, NSW08.2014
Certificate III - Fashion Design
East Sydney Tafe
Darlinghurst, NSW11.1989
Skills
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Housekeeping tasks
- Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- First aid and safety
- Recording vital signs
- Housekeeping
- Emotional Support
- Client documentation
- Meal Preparation
- Mobility support
- Medication Administration
- Transfer Techniques
- Behavioral Management
- Medical appointment coordination
- Client Confidentiality
- Progress Documentation
- Physical therapy assistance
- Time Management
- Elderly Care
- Multitasking and Organization
- Strong Ethics
- Dementia Care
- Heavy Lifting
- Flexible schedule and availability
- COVID-19 Safety Policies
- End of life care
- PPE Usage
- Hoyer Lifting Equipment
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Bathing Support
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Certified in CPR/AED
Timeline
Home Care Worker
IRT Group
04.2019 - Current
AIN Aged Care Worker
Christadelphian Aged Care Padstow Heights
08.2013 - 03.2019
Manager and Sales Assistant
Tessuti Fabrics
08.2003 - 08.2013
Certificate III - Certificate 3 Aged Care
TAFE NSW
Certificate III - Fashion Design
East Sydney Tafe
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