SHARON BRYANT
Brisbane,QLD
Summary
Empathetic and compassionate Personal Care Worker for 5 years, supporting clients with tasks of daily living with a sensitive approach to cultivating trusting relationships and stimulating the quality of life of residents. Offering enhanced personalised care aligned with the individual client care plans and goals of daily living. Professional and clear communicator when reporting to supervisors.
Flexible and experienced in variety of setting including regional, rural and remote with the proven ability to fit into an assortment of environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Care Worker
Healthx
03.2023 - Current
- Covid Surge Workforce - Department of Health
- In depth understanding of Infection control and management during Covid 19 outbreaks.
- Proficient use of company software and databases to maintain records of services performed and patient conditions. Software used include, icare, Lee Care, Manad, Autumn Care, Word and Excel.
- Supporting staff during high pressured events caused by infectious outbreaks which have affected staff and clients.
- Up to date mandatory training including: Manual handling, Infection control, Serious incident reporting scheme (SIRS), Consumer Dignity and Choice, Elder abuse,
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Promoted safe and comfortable living environment by performing light housekeeping duties.
- Coordinated effectively with interdisciplinary teams and ensured seamless transition between various levels of care for clients.
- Developed trust-based relationships with both clients and their families through clear communication and empathetic caregiving approach.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Demonstrated respect for client privacy through discreet handling of sensitive information entrusted during care delivery.
- Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER
NAREEBA MOOPIE MOOPIE PA AGED CARE HOSTEL
05.2019 - 10.2023
- Recorded patient temperature, pulse and blood pressure to monitor health and well-being
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs
- Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care
- Engaged with patients and families to provide emotional support and daily living instruction
- Improved resident and staff engagement through group activities
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioural condition and injuries
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity
- Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
TEACHER AIDE
QUEENSLAND GOVERMENT EDUCATION
01.2005 - 04.2019
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment
- Supported classroom teachers by managing files, preparing materials and updating records
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Supervised children on field trips to maintain safety and foster cultural learning experiences
- Assisted instructional staff with implementing lessons and activities for full classes and small groups
- Observed student performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress
- Instructed and monitored students in use and care of school equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage
- Maintained up-to-date emergency forms, curriculum plans and individual child development profiles
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities
- Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges
- Provided individualized and small group support to reinforce classroom topics and promote student learning
- Instructed and monitored students in use and care of equipment and materials
- Created and coordinated age-appropriate enrichment activities to drive social, emotional and intellectual development
- Laminated teaching materials to increase durability under repeated use
- Used lectures, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods to present subject matter to students under direction and guidance of teachers
- Assessed student learning styles and understanding of material to redirect and optimize teaching strategies
- Prepared lesson materials and visual aids to reinforce lesson concepts
- Tutored and assisted children individually and in small groups to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
Education
Certificate 3 in Individual Support (ageing) -
AMC Training And Consulting
05.2019
Education Support Worker Certificate 3 -
Tafe Cairns, QLD
01.2008
Year 12 High School Certificate -
Cleveland District State High School
Cleveland, QLD11.1986
Skills
- Client Confidentiality
- First aid and safety
- Client Records Management
- Behavioural Management
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Dementia Care
- Mobility Assistance
- Privacy and confidentiality
References
References provided upon request
Timeline
Personal Care Worker
Healthx
03.2023 - Current
PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER
NAREEBA MOOPIE MOOPIE PA AGED CARE HOSTEL
05.2019 - 10.2023
TEACHER AIDE
QUEENSLAND GOVERMENT EDUCATION
01.2005 - 04.2019
Certificate 3 in Individual Support (ageing) -
AMC Training And Consulting
Education Support Worker Certificate 3 -
Tafe Cairns, QLD
Year 12 High School Certificate -
Cleveland District State High School
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