Trina Davidson
Deception Bay,QLD
Summary
I am from New Zealand moved here in December 2023,
i have been a support worker for awhile now. I have also been a cleaner and kitchenhand.
love spending time with my Grandchildren and Diamond Art.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Worker
Florence Nightingale
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Adapted quickly to changing work environments while maintaining high levels of productivity and professionalism under pressure.
- Visited home environments to help clients develop comprehensive life, technical and job skills.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Conducted home visits to assess clients' home environment and provide support.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill clients, ensuring comfort measures were in place during final stages of life.
- Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through empathetic communication and active listening.
- Enhanced the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
- Safeguarded client well-being by monitoring health conditions, administering medications, and reporting any changes to appropriate medical professionals.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Mentored new support workers by providing guidance, sharing best practices, and modeling effective client-centered care techniques.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, interventions, and outcomes to ensure continuity of care across service providers.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Support Worker
Custom Care Nursing
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Monitored vital signs and reported health concerns to healthcare professionals in a timely manner.
Cleaner, Ward Cleaner
Christchurch Public Hospital
07.2002 - 05.2003
- Cleaned and maintained lobbies, offices and other common areas in commercial buildings.
- Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
- Inspected building for potential safety hazards, reporting identified concerns to supervisor.
- Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
- Operated buffers and burnishers to clean and polish floors.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive cleaning plan for entire building.
- Strengthened teamwork within the cleaning staff by actively communicating updates on tasks completed or pending work requirements.
- Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
- Maintained a well-organized storage area for cleaning supplies to ensure easy access and efficient use of materials.
- Kept public pathways clear of safety hazards and spills with regular checks and attention.
- Maintained optimal supply levels to meet daily and special cleaning needs.
- Handled equipment, chemicals, and materials properly and with caution.
- Confirmed all cleaning tools and equipment were stored properly after use.
- Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, kitchens and other similar areas according to established protocols.
- Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
- Cleaned and polished glass doors, mirrors and other surfaces to maintain professional appearance.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries, concerns, or requests from clients in a timely and satisfactory manner.
- Used vacuum and shampooers to clean carpeted areas in offices, lobbies and corridors.
Education
Cargill High School
Invercargill New Zealand05.1989
Skills
- Presentation Design
- Behavioral support
- Service Accessibility Improvements
- Motivational enhancement therapy
- Meal Planning and Preparation
- Confidentiality and Privacy
- Professional boundaries
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Housekeeping tasks
- Mobility Assistance
- Clean Driving Record
- Life Skills Development
- Meal Preparation
- Emotional Support
- Emergency response training
- Patient support
- Daily living support
- Mobility support
- Health and safety awareness
- Daily living assistance
- First Aid/CPR
- Good Telephone Etiquette
Timeline
Support Worker
Florence Nightingale
05.2023 - 11.2023
Support Worker
Custom Care Nursing
07.2022 - 05.2023
Cleaner, Ward Cleaner
Christchurch Public Hospital
07.2002 - 05.2003
Cargill High School