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Sarabjeet Kaur

Combs,ACT

Summary

A compassionate and dedicated Disability Support Worker with 15 years of experience providing exceptional care and assistance to individuals with diverse needs. As a nursing student approaching graduation, I am actively seeking a nursing position where I can apply my comprehensive theoretical knowledge and hands-on clinical experiences. Eager to embark on a fulfilling career and make a positive impact on the health and well-being of patients.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Disability Support Worker

Hartley Lifecare
07.2012 - 01.2024
  • Assess client’s needs and plan towards developing and implementing programs for client’s support and services
  • Assess clients for co-existing needs and provide advice to the developing of therapeutic plans
  • Facilitate client’s advocacy to achieve a desired result by promoting, providing, coordinating and monitoring individual support programs and services to clients, including development activities, both in-home and in the community
  • Develop and facilitate community access/outreach programs by planning/and participating in as required
  • Developing, implementing, coordinating and participating in skills development and educational programs such as individual activities for clients within the home & community, including talents building, gym sessions, music and dance and art classes, swimming, cooking, I.T etc
  • To provide safe care in home setting with the following: personal care, medication administration, recreational activities, house cleaning and PEG feeding.

Autism Spectrum Australia
Bexely, NSW
11.2008 - 08.2012
  • To attend to their practical, physical, psychological and emotional needs
  • To maintain a high quality of care and support which meets the physical, emotional, intellectual, social and cultural needs of the clients
  • Ensuring that each young person’s care plan is followed and amended as appropriate to reflect their changing needs
  • Empowering clients and facilitating their active involvement in the decision making about their lives and future
  • Encouraging the young person to develop links with the community, attend off-site activities and expand their personal social network
  • To act as an appropriate role model for clients and to work closely with them to enable them to address their difficulties and achieve their optimum potential.

AIN/PCA

Christadelphian aged care
Gladesville, Sydney
01.2010 - 01.2012
  • Worked as AIN/PCA in Christadelphian aged care, caring for the residents, general day-to-day care, washing, bathing, bed bathing and showering patients
  • Making sure clients receive the service and benefits they are entitled to
  • Working day and night shifts
  • Experienced in caring for people with Parkinson’s, dementia, and general geriatrics.

Registered Nurse

Chest and TB Hospital
Patiala, Punjab
02.2006 - 01.2008
  • Worked on patient’s healthcare - Assessment of patients and identify needs
  • Creating, Implementing, and evaluating patient’s medical plan and providing treatment accordingly
  • Preparing patient for surgeries
  • Collecting specimens and blood samples
  • Administered medications
  • Provided daily wound care
  • Documentation and record keeping
  • Handled critical medical situation
  • Provided health related education to patients and their families.

Registered Nurse

Madhu Nursing Home
Patiala, India
02.2005 - 01.2006
  • Worked on patient’s healthcare - Assessment of patients and identify needs
  • Creating, Implementing, and evaluating patient’s medical plan and providing treatment accordingly
  • Preparing patient for surgeries
  • Collecting specimens and blood samples
  • Administered medications
  • Provided daily wound care
  • Documentation and record keeping
  • Handled critical medical situation
  • Provided health related education to patients and their families.

Disability/Community Support Worker

Able Australia
Australian Capital Territory, Australia
03.2013
  • Supporting people with intellectual disabilities and impaired communication
  • Providing support and independence in daily living activities
  • Helping clients to develop their independence in daily living skills in accordance with their individual care plan
  • Caring for people who have complex and challenging needs in terms of their behaviours and emotional, psychological, and developmental wellbeing
  • Assisting clients to develop skills such as road safety, use of public transport and cooking
  • Assisting clients to do shopping trips
  • Administering medication to clients as per their Webster pack
  • Documentation, writing progress notes and completing essential paperwork
  • Speaking to care managers on behalf of clients.

Student Nurse

Canberra and Queanbeyan Hospital
Canberra, Australia
  • Clinical placement experience as student nurse in the Canberra and Queanbeyan Hospital
  • Administered medications and monitored vital signs under supervision
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to deliver patient-centred care
  • Participated in multidisciplinary team rounds and case discussions
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide comprehensive patient care
  • Effectively communicated with patients and their families, demonstrating empathy and active listening skills to address concerns and provide emotional support
  • Conducted health assessments, addressing the physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural and psychosocial needs of patients while promoting health education and preventive care
  • Applied cultural competence in interactions with patients, respecting individual beliefs and preferences
  • Developed strong assessment skills and the ability to quickly respond to changes in patient conditions
  • Demonstrated proficiency in wound assessment, wound care, and wound dressing
  • Collaborated with RN to implement aseptic techniques and evidence-based wound care protocols ensuring the prevention of infections and promoting optimal wound healing
  • Educated patients on role of adequate nutrition and hydration in wound healing process, proper wound care techniques, emphasising the importance of adherence to treatment plan
  • Assisted patient with ADL’s and manual handling
  • Developed timely proper documentation skills, completing end-of-shift documentation promptly, providing comprehensive handovers to the incoming nursing staff
  • Ensured that vital information was conveyed to facilitate the next shift's care delivery.

Education

Diploma in disability -

Australian Academy of Management & Science
03.2011

Diploma in general nursing & midwifery -

College of Nursing
01.2004

Bachelor of Nursing -

University of Canberra

Skills

  • Experience of dealing with challenging behaviors
  • Possessing a caring and understanding attitude
  • Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills
  • Time management and organisation
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Cultural competence
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Infection controls
  • Safe Medication administration

References

  • Micheal Watts, Team leader at Hartley life care, 0402196456 (M)
  • Harpal Singh, Team Leader at Able Australia, 0422050818 (M)
  • Maree Timbs, Acting team leader, (02 51143414), 0414780375 (M)

Timeline

Disability/Community Support Worker

Able Australia
03.2013

Disability Support Worker

Hartley Lifecare
07.2012 - 01.2024

AIN/PCA

Christadelphian aged care
01.2010 - 01.2012

Autism Spectrum Australia
11.2008 - 08.2012

Registered Nurse

Chest and TB Hospital
02.2006 - 01.2008

Registered Nurse

Madhu Nursing Home
02.2005 - 01.2006

Student Nurse

Canberra and Queanbeyan Hospital

Diploma in disability -

Australian Academy of Management & Science

Diploma in general nursing & midwifery -

College of Nursing

Bachelor of Nursing -

University of Canberra

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