Sheridan O'Donnell
Muswellbrook,NSW
Summary
Proven Aged Care Worker with a track record of enhancing resident well-being at Transcare Hunter LTD through expert dementia care and compassionate support. Demonstrated ability in medication management and fostering emotional connections, leading to significant improvements in client satisfaction. Skilled in problem-solving and effective communication, ensuring high standards of care and safety.
Diligent with strong background in providing compassionate care to elderly individuals. Adept at assisting with daily living activities and creating safe, supportive environment. Demonstrated skills in patience and effective communication.
Reliable Care Worker enthusiastically pursuing opportunity to add immediate value to growing team. Inspired to help others and driven to apply unfailing work ethic to meet objectives. Industrious and committed with skills for multitasking and managing time well.
Experienced non-medical Care Provider offering 4.5 years of expertise providing in-home care. Complete domestic duties, help patients with self-care and hygiene and provide companionship. Experienced working with children and elderly, with skill anticipating and proactively addressing client needs. Friendly and engaging with strong attention to detail.
Dependable employee establishes rapport and trust with patients and helps complete daily living tasks to enhance quality of life. Driven to prioritize individual needs with attention to important details. Valued as accommodating, kind-hearted team player dedicated to expanding knowledge and responsibilities.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aged Care Worker
Transcare Hunter LTD
03.2020 - Current
- 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.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Enhanced residents'' quality of life by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Adhered strictly to infection control protocols, minimizing the risk of communicable diseases within the facility.
- Utilized strong problem-solving skills to address challenging situations with empathy and professionalism.
- Developed trust-based relationships with residents by actively listening to their concerns and demonstrating genuine interest in their lives.
- Promoted social interaction for isolated seniors through engaging group activities.
- Received consistent positive feedback from residents and their families due to exceptional care delivery.
- Administered medications according to doctor''s orders, maintaining accurate records for safety purposes.
- Continually updated knowledge in aged care practices by attending professional development courses regularly.
- Provided emotional support to families during difficult times, offering reassurance and guidance.
- Ensured timely completion of required documentation, maintaining accuracy in medical records management systems.
- Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
Office Manager
B.D Wilson Electrical
08.2016 - 12.2019
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and organizational strategies.
- Contributed to workplace safety by ensuring compliance with established emergency protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Streamlined document handling and processing, reducing turnaround time for client inquiries and requests.
Horse Stud
Widden Stud
12.2002 - 10.2006
- Streamlined stable operations by implementing effective time management techniques, resulting in maximized efficiency and reduced labor costs.
- Assisted in the successful breeding process, monitoring mare and foal health throughout gestation and birth.
- Showcased exceptional horsemanship skills during public demonstrations or educational events to promote the stud farm''s commitment to excellence in care and training.
- Improved horse care standards by implementing efficient grooming and feeding routines.
- Maintained a safe and clean stable environment for optimal horse health and wellbeing.
- Implemented innovative techniques in equine therapy to expedite injury healing times without compromising long-term health outcomes.
- Supported team efficiency through clear communication with stud managers, veterinarians, farriers, and other staff members.
- Established a reputation for maintaining high standards of equine welfare within the industry, leading to increased client trust and repeat business.
- Enhanced thoroughbred performance with regular exercise and training programs tailored to individual needs.
- Increased overall farm productivity by maintaining equipment in good working order and addressing repair issues proactively as needed.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development by participating in industry workshops or seminars related to equine care best practices.
Education
Certificate III - Individual Support - (Aging, Home And Community)
Australian Collage of Community Services And Care
01-2021
Skills
- Toileting support
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Dementia care
- Feeding assistance
- Mobility assistance
- Compassionate care
- Transfer techniques
- Bathing assistance
- Oral hygiene maintenance
- Activity planning
- Continence care
- Nutrition management
- Fall prevention
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Incident reporting
- First aid and safety
- Verbal and written communication skills
- COVID-19 safety policies
- Problem-solving
- PPE usage
- Medication management
- Client documentation
Certification
Year 12 - Higher School Certificate. - 2000.
Dipolma Horse studies - 2001 - 2002.
Timeline
Aged Care Worker
Transcare Hunter LTD
03.2020 - Current
Office Manager
B.D Wilson Electrical
08.2016 - 12.2019
Horse Stud
Widden Stud
12.2002 - 10.2006
Certificate III - Individual Support - (Aging, Home And Community)
Australian Collage of Community Services And Care
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