Yolanda Gibbins
Boronia Heights
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate healthcare professional with a strong foundation in patient care. Holds a Certificate III in Health Services Assistance and has recently completed studies in a Diploma of Nursing. Skilled in providing holistic care as a Support Worker and experienced in working with diverse populations, including aged care and dementia patients. Adept at collaborating within multidisciplinary teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality patient outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Support Worker
Centacare Brisbane South
01.2018 - Current
- Provide compassionate and person-centred care to clients, including assistance with daily living activities, mobility, and medication reminders
- Deliver tailored support to aged care and dementia patients, ensuring dignity and respect
- Communicate effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals
- Foster independence and improve the quality of life for individuals with varying needs
- Able to prioritise tasks and balance workload
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, interventions, and outcomes to ensure continuity of care across service providers.
Committee Volunteer/ First Aid Officer
Little Athletics
09.2022 - Current
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organisation and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
- Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations, minimizing risk exposure for the organisation.
Volunteer
Jimboomba Redbacks AFL
01.2023 - Current
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
Polling Officer & Count Assistant
Queensland Elections
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Contributed to a transparent electoral process through diligent record-keeping and documentation.
- Ensured that all necessary materials were present at the polling station, from ballots to signage, for a well-organized election day.
- Maintained integrity of elections by strictly adhering to election laws and regulations.
- Reduced wait times for voters through effective queue management strategies during peak hours at the polling station.
- Assisted voters with special needs, providing support and guidance for an inclusive voting environment.
- Provided clear instructions to voters on how to properly complete their ballots, minimizing errors and spoiled votes.
Education
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
Tafe Brisbane
Loganlea, QLD12.2024
Understanding Dementia, Preventing Dementia - Dementia
University of Tasmania
Online01.2018
Certificate III in Health Services Assistance - Aged Care
Tafe Brisbane
Loganlea, QLD12.2017
Senior Certificate -
Park Ridge State High School
01.1996
Skills
- Strong Communication Abilities
- Diabetes management
- Nursing assessments
- Collaboration skills
- Meticulous Attention to Detail
- Electronic health records management
- Dementia-specific care practices
- Time management
- Prioritising tasks
- Direct patient care
- Clinical documentation
- Patient assessment
- Infection control
- Wound management
- Medication and IV administration
- Care plan implementation
Certification
- Current Blue Card and Yellow Card
- Current First Aid and CPR Certification
- Current Police Check (July 2023)
- Current Ahpra registration (No restrictions)
- Current healthcare immunisations up to date
- Open Manual Licence (Own car with full comprehensive insurance)
Hobbies and Interests
- Passionate about working with people and contributing to their well-being.
- Enjoys spending quality time with family and engaging in community activities.
Timeline
Volunteer
Jimboomba Redbacks AFL
01.2023 - Current
Polling Officer & Count Assistant
Queensland Elections
01.2023 - 01.2024
Committee Volunteer/ First Aid Officer
Little Athletics
09.2022 - Current
Support Worker
Centacare Brisbane South
01.2018 - Current
Senior Certificate -
Park Ridge State High School
- Current Blue Card and Yellow Card
- Current First Aid and CPR Certification
- Current Police Check (July 2023)
- Current Ahpra registration (No restrictions)
- Current healthcare immunisations up to date
- Open Manual Licence (Own car with full comprehensive insurance)
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
Tafe Brisbane
Understanding Dementia, Preventing Dementia - Dementia
University of Tasmania
Certificate III in Health Services Assistance - Aged Care
Tafe Brisbane
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