‘I find a lot of joy in the work that I do,’ says Gil
A few years ago, Gil Briones took over the Registered Nurse Coordinator position at Resthaven Paradise and Eastern Community Services, after studying and working in the Philippines.
Gil graduated with a Bachelor of Science and Nursing in the Philippines in 2007, working as a registered nurse for a couple of years, before deciding to begin his new adventure in Australia.
‘After experiencing nursing in the Philippines, I decided to move to Queensland, where I did a bridging course to gain my nursing registration in Australia – completing my studies in 2010.’
‘I feel grateful to have worked in the Philippines and now Australia, I do believe this has helped me to develop a wider perspective in my role and I have a deeper understanding of people.’
‘An average day for me is varied and busy – talking with clients about their services and care plans, including some with very complex needs and assessing them along with clinical coordination.’
‘I am happy in this role because no day is the same for me, and I find a lot of joy in the work that I do,’ says Gil.
In terms of gaining employment with Resthaven, Gil says ‘a job is only as good as the people you work with.’
‘I enjoy the people I work with, and the level of genuine care and time that I can put into the client’s needs.’
‘I see myself being with Resthaven for the long haul.’
Resthaven Paradise and Eastern Community Services offers a range of in-home support services, level 1 – 4 home care packages, social support and a wellness centre with individual and group allied health programs.
Every day, Resthaven shares the lives and wisdom of older people and their carers, being one of only a select few aged care providers in Australia offering the full range of aged care service options.
A not for profit, South Australian aged care community service associated with the Uniting Church, Resthaven’s residential and in-home care and support options are offered throughout metropolitan Adelaide, the Adelaide Hills, Murraylands, Riverland, Barossa, Fleurieu Peninsula and the Limestone Coast.