Prakriti Shrestha
Albanvale
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate caregiver seeking a position of Aged Care Support Worker to provide exceptional support and assistance to elderly residents. Skilled and committed in promoting the well being of the elderly residents by assisting with daily activities, offering personalized care, emotional support and, creating a safe, comfortable and engaging environment.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Care Assistant, Part Time Permanent
Aeralife Watergardens
10.2023 - Current
- Providing assistance with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, incontinence care, and mobility support (e.g., transfers, walking aids) ensuring safety with proper techniques and equipment.
- Offering feeding and meal preparation assistance, along with medication reminders.
- First aid and CPR certified, with knowledge of infection control and hygiene practices.
- Skilled in monitoring vital signs (temperature, blood pressure) and familiar with medical equipment (e.g., wheelchairs, oxygen tanks).
- Offering companionship and emotional support, providing cognitive support for conditions like dementia and engage elderly residents in recreational activities.
- Effectively managing patient schedules for appointments, meals, and activities and prioritization skills, along with maintaining daily logs and records of patient care.
- Capable of lifting, moving, and supporting patients safely, with the stamina to work long shifts or provide care.
- Collaborate and assist other team members to promote well being of elderly residents.
- Follow safety and emergency response protocols.
- Documentation and record keeping.
Personal Care Assistant, Intern Trainee
Hope Aged Care
08.2023 - 09.2023
Education
Bachelor of Nursing (1st Year Completed) -
Australian Catholic University
115 Victoria Parade, Fitzroy VIC 306512-2026
Skills
- Extensive knowledge of geriatric care principles, including mobility assistance, personal hygiene, and emotional support
- Demonstrate ability to establish rapport with seniors, families and multidisciplinary teams
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, and interpersonal abilities
- Able to adapt to varying patient needs and environments, and flexible with work hours and settings to accommodate client requirements
- Excellent problem solving and decision making skills, adaptable and capable of handling challenging situations
- Knowledge of aged care regulations and protocols
- Empathetic and patient, able to provide emotional support and maintain positive attitude
- Record keeping and documentations
- Reliable and trustworthy, with strong commitment to maintaining confidentiality and respecting privacy
Certification
Working with Children Check, October 2023
Certificate IV in Ageing Support (CHC43015), September 2023
Australia Wide Training Institute
First Aid and CPR Certificate, August 2023
Australia Wide Training Institute
Certificate of Registration, Staff Nurse, March 2017
Nepal Nursing Council
Timeline
Personal Care Assistant, Part Time Permanent
Aeralife Watergardens
10.2023 - Current
Personal Care Assistant, Intern Trainee
Hope Aged Care
08.2023 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Nursing (1st Year Completed) -
Australian Catholic University
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