Sarah Rahman
Summary
Experienced nursing assistant with a strong background in patient care within medical settings. Demonstrates exceptional observational skills and the ability to evaluate patients effectively. Known for cultivating strong patient rapport, ensuring the delivery of quality care, and providing patient education. Ambitious and dedicated to making a positive impact on the well-being of individuals under care.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Assistant in Nursing
ViTA STaRs (Repat Health Precinct)- SALHN
2024.07 - Current
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Answered call bells and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning and repositioning of patients.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Adapted care practices to meet needs of diverse patient populations, ensuring culturally sensitive care.
- Assisted in rehabilitation of patients, facilitating quicker recovery with exercise and mobility support.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in EMR Sunrise.
Assistant in Nursing
Alliance Nursing
2024.06 - Current
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, and dementia.
Personal Care Worker
Alliance Nursing
2024.01 - 2024.06
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Developed trust-based relationships with both clients and their families through clear communication and empathetic caregiving approach.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized care and attention to their daily needs.
- Demonstrated respect for client privacy through discreet handling of sensitive information entrusted during care delivery.
- Provided compassionate companionship to clients, engaging in meaningful conversations and activities.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Managed time efficiently while multitasking between multiple clients'' diverse needs and schedules.
- Using manual handling techniques and lifting machines as needed to assist residents
- Observing and reporting any changes in residents' condition to the RN or EN
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Flinders University
Adelaide, SA12.2025
Skills
- Flexible and adaptable, ready to assist wherever and whenever necessary
- Skilled in clear and concise communication
- Companionship and emotional support
- Documenting behaviors
- Healthcare ethics
- Patient relationship building
- Time Management
- Supporting personal needs
- Maintaining privacy
- Patient Management
- Direct Patient Care
- Reliable team player
- Bedside manner
- Patient-focused care
- EMR Sunrise
- First Aid Certification
- CPR Certification
Placement
- Allity: Charles Young Aged Care - 80 hours
- The Queen Elizabeth Hospital: NGA (Respiratory) - 160 hours
Personal Qualifications
Certificate III in Individual Support (Aging)
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Assistant in Nursing
ViTA STaRs (Repat Health Precinct)- SALHN
2024.07 - Current
Assistant in Nursing
Alliance Nursing
2024.06 - Current
Personal Care Worker
Alliance Nursing
2024.01 - 2024.06
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Flinders University
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