As an empathetic, compassionate, caring, hardworking and energetic carer with more than 4 years experience in a variety of care settings, I feel I have the necessary values and skills that make me the perfect candidate for the role.
During my time at Alpha Care Recruitment, I was responsible for delivering a wide variety of patient care, from bathing and grooming to feeding, ambulation, toileting and attending to any of their specific needs. Provided personalised care and support to
vulnerable individuals in their own home, helping them retain maximum independence. I endeavor to take the time to talk to patients and help ease any feelings of isolation and loneliness while effectively organizing my day to make certain all tasks are completed as scheduled. Helped individuals with day-to-day activities including shopping, cooking, feeding, cleaning and laundry while consistently encouraging
independence and self-belief.
Highlights of my experience that make me particularly suited to the job include: Liaising with external caregivers and support services to ensure appropriate patient follow-up and treatment upon discharge.
Ensuring that all health and safety and cleanliness standards are met.
Demonstrated consistent respect and privacy for patients/service users, maintaining dignity irrespective of circumstance.
Monitored patients' conditions closely and escalated concerns to senior staff
Completing general housekeeping tasks such as changing bed linen and replenishing supplies.
I am adept at charting with keen attention to detail while ensuring my patients remain calm and comfortable. I take pride in my dedication to delivering outstanding patient care while remaining empathetic and calm under pressure.
QUALIFICATIONS
Care Certificate
Care Certificate standard 1 - 15
Communication in care level 1
COSHH Awareness
Duty of candour
Fall prevention and safe bedrails in care
Basic food safety Awareness
Fire safety in care
Food safety level 1
Hand hygiene for care
Hot water and hot surface in residential care
Dementia Awareness level 2
Diabetes Awareness
Diet, Nutrition and Hydration level 2
Equality Act 2010
Fire safety Awareness
Health and safety Awareness
Infection control
RIDDOR
Risk Assessment
Safeguarding of children ( Child Protection) Level 2
Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adult ( SOVA) Level 2
Sharp Awareness
Slip, Trip and Fall Level 2
Manual Handling
Medication Level 2
Oral Care Level I
Person Centred Care Level 2
Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan ( PEEP)
Staff Awareness and Facilities Awareness in Residential Care
Coronavirus COVID-19.
End of Life
RELATED SKILLS
Elderly care expertise
Caring and compassionate
Empathetic
Effective communication
Commitment
Time management
Observation
Ability to work independently
Confidence building
Team player
Ability to work under pressure
Attention to details
Coordinated
Problem solving skills.
Alpha Care Recruitment
January 2020 till date
Care Assistant
Providing personalised care and support to elderly and vulnerable individuals in their own home, helping them retain maximum independence.
Helping individuals with day-to-day activities including shopping, cooking, feeding, cleaning and laundry while consistently demonstrating respect and privacy for service users, maintaining dignity irrespective of circumstance.
Umuaka community hospital
April 2017 - January 2020
Care Assistant/Support worker
Assisting patients with personal care,bed making, serving meals with respect to patient's choice and preference. Observing vital signs and monitoring patient's condition. Ensuring safe and secure living conditions for patients, reducing risk and enhancing quality of life. Completed care documentation and monitored patients progress to achieve up-to-date records. Monitored patients' condition closely and escalate concerns to senior nurses.
Reading.
Watching favourite programs on television.
Keeping fit