Brigette Jackson
Kingsgrove,NSW
Summary
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
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Care Worker
Arcare Aged Care Mollymook
01.2023 - Current
- Ensured timely administration of medication, following strict protocols to maintain patient safety.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, building trust and improving overall wellbeing.
- Managed clients'' personal hygiene routines including bathing, dressing, grooming tasks alongside maintaining a respectful demeanour.
- Fostered a safe, comfortable environment for patients by maintaining clean and organized living spaces.
- Aided clients during transfers between beds, chairs or other positions ensuring proper body mechanics were utilized to prevent injuries.
- Enhanced patient well-being by providing personalized care and support tailored to individual needs.
- Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.
- Provided transportation services for medical appointments and social activities, ensuring punctuality and safety at all times.
Disability Support Worker
Disability Trust Ulladulla
01.2023 - Current
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
- Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviour's, and incidents.
- Communicated regularly with family members about client progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
Care Worker
Opal Aged Care - Batemans Bay
01.2017 - 01.2023
- 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.
- Maintained a clean and safe living environment for all residents, ensuring their wellbeing.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Enhanced residents'' quality of life by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Disability Support Worker
Independence Ulladulla
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
- Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
Care Worker
Hammond Care
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Ensured timely administration of medication, following strict protocols to maintain patient safety.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, building trust and improving overall wellbeing.
- Managed clients'' personal hygiene routines including bathing, dressing, grooming tasks alongside maintaining a respectful demeanour.
- Aided clients during transfers between beds, chairs or other positions ensuring proper body mechanics were utilized to prevent injuries.
- Provided transportation services for medical appointments and social activities, ensuring punctuality and safety at all times.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Maintained detailed records of patient care, documenting progress and areas requiring further attention from healthcare professionals.
- Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
Front of House & Waitress
Mollymook Beach Bowling Club
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Supported teamwork atmosphere among staff members through clear communication and collaboration during shifts.
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
Dental Assistant
White Caps Dental - Ulladulla
01.2019 - 01.2019
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Front of House & Waitress
Fisherman's Wharf Café - Ulladulla
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere by fostering strong relationships with coworkers and management.
- Conducted routine inventory counts, maintaining accurate stock levels for optimal replenishment.
- Controlled cash and credit receipts by adhering to cash handling and reconciliation procedures to comply with company policies and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and sanitation guidelines, promoting a safe dining experience for all guests.
- Streamlined front of house operations for improved efficiency and overall guest experience.
- Created and distributed staff schedules and maintained time cards to facilitate efficient payroll process.
Care Worker
IRT - St Georges Basin
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Ensured timely administration of medication, following strict protocols to maintain patient safety.
- Fostered a safe, comfortable environment for patients by maintaining clean and organized living spaces.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, building trust and improving overall wellbeing.
- Offered respite care services for family members needing temporary relief while caring for their loved one.
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed about progress and addressing concerns as needed.
Kitchen Worker
Sarah Claydon Mollymook
01.2011 - 01.2017
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Demonstrated versatility in culinary skills, assisting in various stations such as grill, fryer, or sauté as needed.
- Complied with all federal, state, and local regulations governing safe food handling practices within the kitchen environment.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Assisted in menu planning and development, incorporating diverse flavors and techniques to create innovative and appealing dishes for customers.
- Delivered consistent meal quality by following standardized recipes and portion control protocols.
Customer Service, Food Service & Cleaning Duties
KFC Ulladulla
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Demonstrated excellent multitasking abilities by balancing multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or accuracy.
- Effectively managed time and resources during shift, ensuring maximum productivity and minimal waste.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, maintaining a high level of professionalism and customer satisfaction.
- Implemented time-saving strategies for more efficient order fulfillment during busy periods.
- Utilized strong interpersonal skills in handling diverse clientele from various age groups, cultural backgrounds, and dietary preferences.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of menu offerings, including seasonal items and nutritional information for informed recommendations to customers.
Skills
- Meal Preparation
- Housekeeping tasks
- Compassionate Care
- Behavioural support
- Transportation Assistance
- Healthcare coordination
- Patient Care
- Dependable and Responsible
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Elderly Care
- Daily living assistance
- First aid and safety
- Mobility support
Certificates And Achievements
- Certificate II in Hospitality - Organisational skills
- Current First Aid Certificate - Great attention to detail
- Certificate III in Aged Care
- RSA
Timeline
Care Worker
Arcare Aged Care Mollymook
01.2023 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Disability Trust Ulladulla
01.2023 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Independence Ulladulla
01.2022 - 01.2023
Care Worker
Hammond Care
01.2020 - 01.2021
Front of House & Waitress
Mollymook Beach Bowling Club
01.2019 - 01.2020
Dental Assistant
White Caps Dental - Ulladulla
01.2019 - 01.2019
Front of House & Waitress
Fisherman's Wharf Café - Ulladulla
01.2018 - 01.2019
Care Worker
Opal Aged Care - Batemans Bay
01.2017 - 01.2023
Care Worker
IRT - St Georges Basin
01.2016 - 01.2017
Kitchen Worker
Sarah Claydon Mollymook
01.2011 - 01.2017
Customer Service, Food Service & Cleaning Duties
KFC Ulladulla
01.2009 - 01.2012
Similar Profiles
Sapana Acharya SapkotaSapana Acharya Sapkota
Personal Support Worker at Arcare Age Care MollymookPersonal Support Worker at Arcare Age Care Mollymook
Jennifer O'DwyerJennifer O'Dwyer
Registered Nurse, NUM, Clinical Lead at Arcare Aged CareRegistered Nurse, NUM, Clinical Lead at Arcare Aged Care
Diksha SinghDiksha Singh
Enrolled Nurse at Arcare Aged CareEnrolled Nurse at Arcare Aged Care