Proactive Personal Care Assistant with skill for building client rapport through tact and compassionate communication. Committed to addressing client needs and building foundation of habits to increase comfort and independence.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor in Training
Crown Melbourne
Melbourne, VIC
10.2021 - 07.2022
Handled customer complaints, resolved issues and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
Worked with management team to implement proper division of responsibilities.
PCA
SCRUBS NURSING
Melbourne, VIC
05.2021 - 09.2021
Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Used wheelchairs, stretchers and movable beds to move patients between hospital locations.
Cleaned, sanitized and moved hospital equipment.
Provided physical support to patients through diverse types of mobility assistance.
Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
Cleaner Supervisor
Mecwacare Simon Price Centre
Mont Albert, VIC
12.2015 - 04.2021
Assigned housekeeping staff to specific shifts and room blocks based on abilities and daily requirements.
Completed schedules, shift reports and other business documentation.
Maintained controls over expenses and inventory for optimal budget tracking.
Kept building entryway glass clean and polished for professional presentation.
Selected most suitable cleaning materials for different types of linens, furniture, flooring and surfaces.
Coordinated daily workflow through task prioritization and concise scheduling.
Cleaner
St Vincent De Paul Nursing Home
Box Hill, VIC
01.2013 - 12.2015
Operated and maintained large carpet shampoo machines, industrial washing machines and dishwashers.
Ordered and stocked cleaning supplies based on current workload and upcoming jobs.
Adhered to safety protocols, resulting in zero complaints, hazards or lost-time accidents.
Handled equipment, chemicals and materials properly and with caution.
Delivered quality customer service to address urgent needs and cleaning requests.
Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
Promoted building security by locking doors and checking electrical appliances for safety hazards.
Personal Care Worker
Opal Meadowglen
Epping, VIC
03.2012 - 06.2012
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.
Documented residents' mental status, sleep and eating patterns in medical record books.
Entertained, conversed and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
Education
MANUAL HANDLING
ALERT FORCE
Sydney, NSW
07.2021
First Aid
New Age Security
Reservoir, VIC
04.2021
Cert 4 in Commercial Cookery
South Pacific
Melbourne, VIC
06.2014
Cert 3 in Aged Care
VICSEG NEW FUTURES
Coburg
08.2013
Cert in PSA
VICSEG NEW FUTURES
Coburg, VIC
08.2013
Diploma And Advacned Diploma of Marketing
Aitt
Melbourne CBD
09.2012
Diploma of Business
Nova Institute
Melbourne, VIC
08.2010
Skills
Helps patients in their daily living activities
Maintain therapeutic relationship to the patient and their family
Provide psychological support to the patient and their faily