Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Personal Information
Certification
Languages
Affiliations
References
Timeline
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Shahina Mirza

Shahina Mirza

Footscray,Australia

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate care professional with a strong background in nursing, Ageing support and community services. Skilled in providing exceptional personal care and support to clients in diverse settings, ensuring their comfort, dignity, and independence. A team player with excellent communication and organizational skills, committed to delivering high-quality care and support. Committed Personal Care Assistant well-versed in assisting and supervising clients in daily activities, including meal preparation and basic housekeeping. Compassionate and patient with strong background in client care. Ready to undertake challenging cases and provide superlative health outcomes.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Personal Care Assistant (PCA)

Aeralife Watergardens Aged Care
Sydenham, Australia
05.2023 - Current
  • Provide individualized care to aged care residents, ensuring their personal hygiene, mobility, and comfort.
  • Monitor and document patients' progress and needs.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients to enhance care and support.

PCA - Disability Support Worker

Carers Network
Bacchus Marsh, Australia
06.2022 - Current
  • Supported clients with disabilities in achieving independence and personal goals.
  • Assisted in daily tasks such as personal care, meal preparation, and transport.

Support Worker

ASM Health Services
Footscray, Australia
02.2023 - 11.2024
  • Assisted individuals in community integration and accessing services.
  • Provided emotional support and crisis intervention when necessary.

PCA

Hope Aged Care
Brunswick, VIC
06.2022 - 05.2023
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
  • Documented client progress and changes in health conditions for care coordination.
  • Communicated effectively with healthcare teams to address client needs promptly.

Education

Certificate IV - Ageing Support

Southern Cross Education Institute
Melbourne, VIC
08.2025

Diploma - Community Services

Southern Cross Education Institute
Melbourne, VIC
12.2024

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Santo Tomas Legazpi
Legazpi, Philippines
12.2010

Skills

  • Direct patient care
  • Personal support
  • Progress documentation
  • Record management
  • Meal planning
  • Preparation
  • Feeding assistance
  • Community integration
  • Engagement activities
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Adaptability
  • Verbal communication
  • Written communication
  • Empathy
  • Problem-solving

Personal Information

Title: Personal Care Assistant | Care Giver | Support Worker

Certification

  • Updated CPR and First Aid Certificate
  • Urinary Catheter Support Training certificate
  • Assisting Clients with Medication Certificate

Languages

English
Professional
Filipino
Native/ Bilingual

Affiliations

  • Running
  • Weightlifting
  • Voracious Reader
  • Playing Musical Instruments

References

Kathryn Del Mundo

RN - Aeralife Watergardens

0450 687 791

Kassilyn Lariosa

Case Manager - Salveo Home care

0405 527 311

kasi@salveocare.com.au

Jack Rinke

Team Leader - Open Universities Australia

0412 719 366

jack.rinke@open.edu.au

Timeline

Personal Care Assistant (PCA)

Aeralife Watergardens Aged Care
05.2023 - Current

Support Worker

ASM Health Services
02.2023 - 11.2024

PCA

Hope Aged Care
06.2022 - 05.2023

PCA - Disability Support Worker

Carers Network
06.2022 - Current

Certificate IV - Ageing Support

Southern Cross Education Institute

Diploma - Community Services

Southern Cross Education Institute

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Santo Tomas Legazpi
Shahina Mirza