Sereana Hanfiro
Jolimont
Summary
Healthcare professional with comprehensive experience in patient assistance and care. Proven ability to support medical staff and contribute to positive patient experience. Reliable team player with focus on adaptability and achieving optimal outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Care Assistant
Legacy Healthcare Services
06.2015 - 11.2024
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
- Facilitated patient mobility by assisting with exercises and walking, promoting faster recovery and independence.
- Reduced stress levels for patients and families by providing clear communication and timely updates on care plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to update patient records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
- Assisted in implementation of new healthcare protocols, leading to improved patient care processes.
- Supported nursing staff with care of incontinent patients and promotion of continence care.
- Increased patient safety by promptly addressing concerns and reporting incidents or potential hazards to supervisory staff.
- Contributed to efficient patient care by accurately documenting medical information and maintaining up-to-date records.
- Played an active role in delivering holistic care that addressed not only physical but also emotional well-being of patients under my supervision.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions, staying current with best practices in health care assistance.
- Administered medication under supervision, ensuring adherence to healthcare plans and contributing to patient recovery.
Teacher Helper
Takanini School
07.2013 - 12.2015
- Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials, ensuring alignment with curriculum objectives.
- Supported teacher in monitoring students during lunch periods, recess, and other non-instructional times to maintain safety and orderliness.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by effectively managing classroom behavior and addressing individual needs.
- Adhered to classroom protocols to keep areas clean, neat, and organized.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
Mental Health Support Worker
Pathways Health
10.2009 - 06.2013
- Supported patients in achieving personal goals through goal-setting exercises and step-by-step guidance.
- Recognized and responded to signs of potential self-harm or suicide risk, utilizing appropriate intervention strategies and resources to ensure patient safety.
- Enhanced patient well-being by providing empathetic and compassionate support in daily activities.
- Maintained confidentiality while documenting patient information according to Pathways Health regulations and facility policies.
- Provided effective crisis intervention services during emergencies, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by monitoring behaviors and implementing safety protocols when necessary.
- Liaised between clinical staff and community organizations to coordinate care for patients transitioning from hospitalization back into the community setting.
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
- Built partnerships with community agencies and service providers to remove access gaps.
- Worked with family members to develop support networks and multifaceted coping techniques focused on client needs.
Education
No Degree - Mental Health
Careeforce NZ
Auckland NZ12-2012
Skills
- Client Relationship Management
- Patient-Centered Care
- Medication Oversight
- Patient-Centered Care
- Enhancing Student Interaction
- Effective Behavior Management
- Detail-Oriented Approach
- Effective Patient Positioning
- Mobility Support
- Patient Care Monitoring
Accomplishments
Monitoring mobility under physiotherapist instructions improved the physical movement of the patient.
Documenting every detail of patients' physical health and behavior issues.
Difficult patients were administered medication with my assistance.
Orientated and assisted Students who came to our facility for work placement.
Encouraging teamwork through effective communication.
Educate me and my colleagues on new software introduced by the company for patient health records and overall confidential information.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Fiji
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Health Care Assistant
Legacy Healthcare Services
06.2015 - 11.2024
Teacher Helper
Takanini School
07.2013 - 12.2015
Mental Health Support Worker
Pathways Health
10.2009 - 06.2013
No Degree - Mental Health
Careeforce NZ
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