SHIVANI KHURANA
Hillside,VIC
Summary
A hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organisational skills, eager to secure an entry-level position as a PCA. Ready to contribute to the team\'s efforts in achieving company goals and ensuring positive health outcomes for patients. Personal transportation is reliable and can easily reach the workplace. Diligent caregiver focused on providing optimal support to clients by offering personalised assistance and care for diverse medical conditions. Proficient in organising medications, doctor appointments, and personal activities to efficiently manage the needs of those under my care. Caring, organized, and friendly individual with excellent interpersonal skills. Empathetic care worker take a sensitive and compassionate approach in cultivating a trusting, stimulating, and varied lifestyle for residents. Offering enhanced care through a flexible learning approach, adapting to each patient\'s unique needs. Experience in both hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support. Proactive personal care assistant excelling in building rapport with clients through tactful and compassionate communication. Commitment lies in addressing client needs and establishing a foundation of habits that promote comfort and independence.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
St. Basil's Greek Orthodox Aged Care
2023.03 - Current
Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Improved client comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Personal Care Assistant
BlueCross Monterey
2022.12 - 2023.03
Assisted clients with physical therapy, maintained a clean environment, provided emotional support, and reported in progress notes.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Contributed to a positive home atmosphere by engaging clients in conversation and recreational activities tailored to their interests.
- Enhanced client well-being by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Maintained current knowledge of best practices in personal care through ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, sharing updates with family members and healthcare providers as necessary.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Swinburne University
Hawthorn, VIC12.2025
Skills
- Fluent in English
- Behavior Management
- Compassionate patient care
- CPR Certified
- Care plan implementation
- Direct Patient Care
- Medication Administration
- Patient Assessments
- Client rapport
- Stress Management
- Time Management
- First aid and safety
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Problem-Solving
- Daily living assistance
- Multitasking and Organization
- Compassionate Caregiving
Nursingplacements
- Arcare Aged Care Civic Manor, Epping, VIC, 3076,
- Arcare Aged Care Civic Manor, Essendon, VIC, 3040
- NorthPark private mental hospital, Bundoora, VIC, 3083
- Cabrini private hospital, Malvern, VIC, 3144
Nursingplacementresponsibilities
- Undertook comprehensive resident assessment.
- Developed a nursing care plan in consultation with the multidisciplinary team and evaluate the outcome.
- Undertook holistic care including emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Administered medications and evaluate the outcome.
- Operated in a critical and complex environment.
Professional Development
- Cert III in Individual Support, 03/01/23
- First Aid, 03/01/23
- CPR, 03/01/23
- Manual Handling, 03/01/23
- NDIS, 09/01/23
- Working With Children Check, 03/01/23
Timeline
Personal Care Assistant
St. Basil's Greek Orthodox Aged Care
2023.03 - Current
Personal Care Assistant
BlueCross Monterey
2022.12 - 2023.03
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Swinburne University
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