Arun
Personal Care Assistant | Aged Care Support Worker
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About
Compassionate and reliable Personal Care Assistant with over 5 years of hands-on experience supporting elderly residents in residential aged care settings. Highly skilled in personal care, mobility assistance, medication support, infection control, and clinical documentation. Known for delivering person-centred care aligned with Aged Care Quality Standards while maintaining resident dignity, safety, and wellbeing. Strong team collaborator with Registered Nurses and care teams.
Experience
Assistant in Nursing at Opal HealthCare (2024-10 – Present)
- Deliver daily personal care including bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, and mobility assistance
- Assist residents with transfers using standing hoists and full hoists following safe manual handling
- Support medication rounds under RN supervision in line with facility policies
- Accurately document care activities and observations in electronic systems
- Collaborate with Registered Nurses and care teams to implement individual care plans
- Promote resident dignity, comfort, and emotional wellbeing
Personal Care Worker at Dale Cottages (2023-01 – Present)
- Provided high-quality personal care to 20+ residents in a residential aged care environment
- Assisted with mobility, exercise programs, and falls prevention strategies
- Monitored and recorded vital signs, escalating changes to nursing staff
- Supported residents in social and recreational activities to enhance quality of life
- Maintained compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards and infection control policies
Personal Care Worker at Agency (SNS, Connect, Sanctuary, Solutions Nursing) (2021-12 – 2023-01)
- Delivered in-home and facility-based personal care including showering, dressing, feeding, and toileting
- Assisted with meal preparation and monitored nutritional intake
- Built strong relationships with clients and families through compassionate communication
- Monitored client condition and reported changes promptly to healthcare professionals
- Maintained a safe, hygienic, and supportive care environment
Domestic Worker at Aged Care Facility (2020-06 – 2021-11)
- Maintained cleanliness of resident rooms and shared areas to infection control standards
- Followed WHS, manual handling, and hygiene procedures
- Reported hazards and maintenance issues to ensure resident safety
- Supported overall facility presentation and resident comfort
Education
Certificate IV in Ageing Support
