Shobna Chand
Mango Hill,QLD
Summary
Good-natured Resident Care Attendant passionate about providing quality daily living assistance to geriatric populations. Respectful, hardworking and highly-skilled in Aged Care. CPR certified and proficient in first aid with proven history of building exceptional rapport with residents and families. Patient-focused care assistant with demonstrated experience providing compassionate and comprehensive care. Skilled in monitoring vital signs, performing wound care and assisting with daily living activities. Demonstrated ability to provide emotional support to patients and families.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Care Assistant
Ozcare
08.2014 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Followed residence's care plan and provided assistance with toileting, bathing, dressing, oral hygiene and other daily living tasks.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Followed directions of registered nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Delivered high-quality care to Dementia patients in aged care facility.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
Education
CHC30312 Certificate III in Home And Community Car -
Medical Administration Training Pty Ltd
Brisbane, QLD06.2014
CHC30212 Certificate III in Aged Care - Aged Care
Medical Administration Training Pty Ltd
Brisbane, QLD06.2014
Skills
- Nursing Assistance
- Daily Living Assistance
- Individual Service Plans
- Resident Support
- First Aid Procedures
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Meal Assistance
- Resident Care Standards
Accomplishments
- Achieved computer skills by completing patient care documentation and progress notes with accuracy and efficiency.
- Collaborated with novice carers in the development of their carer journey. Achieved successfully through effectively training during shift hours for manual handdling, pressure area care management and hygiene cares. (mentor in a buddy system)
Dancing, Cooking, Gardening
Outside my worktime, Dancing , cooking and gardening are my extracurricular activities that I enjoy doing. Gardening is the most that I enjoy as it gives me peace and relaxation. Furthermore, cooking brings my families and friends together. Dancing gives me delight in the movement itself. It is an emotion and releases energy for relaxation
Timeline
Resident Care Assistant
Ozcare
08.2014 - Current
CHC30312 Certificate III in Home And Community Car -
Medical Administration Training Pty Ltd
CHC30212 Certificate III in Aged Care - Aged Care
Medical Administration Training Pty Ltd