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Shelly Meenahan

Nambucca Heads,NSW

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Carer

Raleigh Urunga Masonic Village
10.2019 - Current


  • Medication administration.
  • Assisting consumers with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Assisting with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication administration.
  • Using equipment such as lifts, walkers, wheelchairs to safely improve accessibility, mobility and independence.
  • Maintain accurate records of consumer care, documenting progress and any changes in condition.
  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care strategies for optimal outcomes.
  • Implement safety measures to prevent falls, accidents, and injuries within the care home environment.
  • Improve consumer well-being by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Deliver personal hygiene assistance including bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting all while maintaining privacy and dignity.

Stay at Home Mother

Homemaker
01.2010 - 10.2019

Phlebotomist

Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology
03.2008 - 01.2010
  • Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
  • Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
  • Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
  • Monitored supply levels and placed orders for laboratory supplies.
  • Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
  • Verified proper storage and transportation of specimens to laboratories.
  • Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.

Beauty Therapist

Sheer Elegance Day Spa
01.2001 - 07.2003

  • Supported reception efficiency by taking phone calls, inputting appointments and collecting payments.
  • Handled stocking and cleaning of both therapeutic workspaces and the front office.
  • Kept work areas, tools and equipment clean and properly sanitized to protect customers from risk of infection.
  • Recorded notes for reference including customer preferences and services delivered.
  • Performed facials, spa body treatments, swedish and aromatherapy massage, waxing, manicure and pedicure treatments and IPL laser hair removal.
  • Promoted salon-exclusive products to increase retail sales.

Education

Diploma - Nursing

TAFE NSW
Coffs Harbour
01.2024

Certificate III - Individual Support

TAFE NSW
Coffs Harbour, NSW
06.2019

Certificate IV - Laboratory Technology

TAFE Tasmania
Launceston, TAS
12.2007

Timeline

Carer

Raleigh Urunga Masonic Village
10.2019 - Current

Stay at Home Mother

Homemaker
01.2010 - 10.2019

Phlebotomist

Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology
03.2008 - 01.2010

Beauty Therapist

Sheer Elegance Day Spa
01.2001 - 07.2003

Diploma - Nursing

TAFE NSW

Certificate III - Individual Support

TAFE NSW

Certificate IV - Laboratory Technology

TAFE Tasmania

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