Rehana Munam
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Experienced in providing comprehensive patient care, focusing on assisting elderly individuals with daily needs while ensuring privacy and dignity. Demonstrated ability to follow established policies and procedures, including medication administration and compliance with health and safety regulations. Collaborated effectively with healthcare teams to enhance patient care processes, documenting progress and reporting changes accurately. Maintained a clean and organized environment for therapy sessions, contributing to improved patient outcomes through compassionate support and effective communication.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistance In Nursing and Physiotherapy Aide
Summitcare St Mary's
St Mary's , NSW
02.2000 - Current
- Assist elderly with daily care needs with privacy and dignity
- Follow policy and procedures work place in place
- Medication administration as directive for individual residents
- Assisted physiotherapists with patient exercises and treatment plans.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of therapy equipment and treatment areas.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient flow within the clinic.
- Educated patients on proper exercise techniques and safety measures.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to improve patient care processes.
- Documented patient progress and reported changes to the physiotherapist.
- Provided compassionate support to patients during therapy sessions.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in the workplace.
- Attended educational seminars related to new techniques in order to stay current with advances in physical therapy practice.
- Cleaned treatment rooms between patient visits and ensured that all necessary supplies were stocked at all times.
- Provided emotional support to patients throughout their rehabilitation process.
- Performed administrative tasks such as answering phones, scheduling appointments, filing records, and ordering supplies.
- Provided support to physiotherapists by setting up and cleaning equipment, preparing exercise areas, and providing patient care items.
- Complied with established policies and procedures related to infection control standards within the facility.
- Instructed patients on the use of assistive devices such as canes, walkers, crutches, and wheelchairs.
- Observed patients' responses during treatment sessions and reported changes to the physical therapist immediately.
- Transported patients between departments when needed while ensuring their safety at all times.
- Maintained accurate patient charts and records according to clinic policy.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the clinic in a friendly manner and provided them with any assistance they may require.
- Accompanied physical therapists on home visits to provide assistance with therapy treatments or assessments.
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure and oxygen saturation levels prior to therapy sessions.
- Administered basic therapeutic exercises and activities as directed by the physical therapist.
- Communicated effectively with other medical staff members regarding patient progress or concerns.
- Carried out clerical duties such as filing documents or entering data into computer systems.
- Assisted physiotherapists in creating individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Prepared hot and cold packs for treatment sessions as instructed by the physical therapist.
- Assisted patients with transfers from wheelchairs to beds using proper body mechanics principles.
- Assisted in developing patient education materials for various conditions treated by the clinic's physiotherapist.
- Maintained positive interaction with facilities and clients, enhancing client relations.
- Treated patients to relieve pain, develop or restore function and maintain maximum performance.
- Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, responses, and progress notes in patient charts.
- Administered simple range of motion exercises.
- Observed signs and symptoms to report changes in patient condition.
- Helped patient accomplish treatment plan and accept therapeutic devices by administering manual exercises.
- Designed home exercise programs to support continuation of therapeutic plan.
- Observed and reported patient reaction to treatment or changes in condition, facilitating appropriate follow-up.
- Worked with physical therapist and other disciplines to provide adaptive equipment for improving patient function.
- Collaborated with PT to assist in assessment and modifications to plan of care.
- Adhered to infection-control policies and protocols to attain safe and clean working environment.
- Checked calendars and scheduled patient appointments to minimize wait times.
- Liaised with physical therapist to deliver appropriate therapy according to care plan.
- Studied treatment plans and adjusted exercises periodically to maximize benefits.
Education
Assistance In Nursing
Tafe
BOX HILLSkills
- Patient care
- Exercise instruction
- Equipment maintenance
- Medical recordkeeping
- Infection control
- Patient education
- Effective communication
- Compassionate support
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Pain management techniques
Timeline
Assistance In Nursing and Physiotherapy Aide
Summitcare St Mary's
02.2000 - Current
Assistance In Nursing
Tafe