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Alejandra Maria Garcia Mejia

Sandbach

Summary

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize own workload, take the initiative. Approaches tasks with confidence and clarity, a professional manner and flexible attitude

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Support Worker

Bienvenue Supporting Housing Services
St. Albans , Hertfordshire
09.2023 - 10.2024
  • Ref; Mandy Gregson - Service Manager - 13-14 Springfield Road St. Albans - Herts AL1 5LX Tel. 07885749366 - 01727 859068
  • Monitored individuals' progress, continuously updating and adjusting care plans to meet health and well-being needs.
  • Led group activity programmes to support independence and encourage community inclusion.
  • Assisted with personal care activities such as washing and dressing, consistently promoting positive health and hygiene.
  • Monitored and documented client behaviours, activities, and development, aiding inappropriate care plan management.
  • Delivered high-quality care to individuals with varying needs, tailoring support to meet personalised care plans.
  • Planned, prepared and served meals for six clients, strictly following prescribed dietary orders.
  • Empowered individuals to pursue hobbies and leisure activities such as shopping and creativity.
  • Provided physical and emotional support, employing compassionate care to help individuals achieve their full potential.
  • Administered medication with rigorous planning and recordkeeping.
  • Used excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage and interact with individuals in need.
  • Conducted one-to-one and group support sessions, helping service users to achieve care plan objectives.

Night Care Assistant

Strathmore Lodge
St Albans, Hertfordshire
06.2023 - 10.2024

Ref. Jason Ball - Home Manager Strathmore Lodge, St. Albans

2 Hall Pl Gardens AL13SP Tel: 01727 856864

  • Aided service users in everyday activities, such as washing and dressing, ensuring constant safety and effective care.
  • Delivered high-quality, dedicated care to clients with disability, consistently achieving individual care plan objectives.
  • Demonstrated consistent respect and privacy for care users, maintaining dignity irrespective of circumstance.
  • Completed care documentation and monitored patient progress to achieve up-to-date records.
  • Maintained confidentiality and compliance standards for optimised patient care.
  • Delivered high-quality care to clients with disabilities, achieving care plan objectives.
  • Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
  • Monitored client health conditions and reported immediate issues to manager.

Theater Support Worker

NHS Trust
St Albans, Hertfordshire
12.2022 - 01.2023

Ref. Anne Packer

Advanced Theatre Practitioner for General and Breast

West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust.

St Albans City Hospital

Tel: 01727 897227 ext. 4227

  • Pick up patient from ward and bring to theatre
  • Cleaned theatre rooms between operations in line with Infection Control (IC) procedures.
  • Assisted the operating team in direct patient care by ensuring all the required documents were signed by both the Patient and the Surgeon and that the Patient was ready to have surgery
  • Safely disposing of surgery waste in line with Hospital guidelines.
  • Safely moved patients onto trolleys following procedures.
  • Assisted with personal care activities such as washing and dressing, consistently promoting positive health and hygiene.
  • Led group activity programmes to support independence and encourage community inclusion.
  • Documented calculations, work activities and notable incidents.
  • Managed timely installation of new ropes, wires and pulleys at the theatre.
  • Ensure all IT systems of record are updated correctly with details of the procedure and instruments used
  • Cleaned work areas and equipment to maintain faultless hygiene standards.
  • Assisted with infection control through social distancing and PPE wearing.
  • Prevented cross-contamination by sanitising utensils and surfaces.
  • Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and clear communications.

Health Care Assistant

Lyndon House Care Home - The Salvation Army
Sandridge, Hertfordshire
07.2020 - 11.2022
  • Ref Shubhes Shrestha - Home Manager Lyndon House 2 High Street , Sandridge ST. Albans AL4 9DH Tel: 01727851050
  • Maintained confidentiality and compliance standards for optimised patient care.
  • Monitored individual's physical and emotional wellbeing, promptly reporting changes and providing suggestions for care plan adjustments.
  • Maintained high levels of client satisfaction by providing tailored, personalised care that consistently met individual needs.
  • Maintained optimal safety standards throughout client home and care environments, prioritising risk-reduction, health and hygiene.
  • Used outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with clients for exceptional satisfaction ratings.
  • Charted daily observations, mobility activity and eating percentages to aid continued client assessment.
  • Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
  • Delivered high-quality care to clients with disabilities, achieving care plan objectives.
  • Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
  • Successfully positioned, lifted and moved patients from the bed into wheelchairs, applying safe handling techniques.
  • Improved patients' quality of living, engaging in fulfilling and meaningful activities to encourage community access.
  • Prioritised patient welfare, providing comfort, reassurance and support to reduce anxiety and distress.
  • Maintained hygiene standards, cleaning and clearing patient rooms according to ward protocol.
  • Delivered personal care focused on individual needs, preserving patient dignity and self-esteem.
  • Positioned, lifted and transported patients with limited mobility.
  • Observed patient condition and behaviour closely, reporting changes or concerns promptly.
  • Ensured optimal hydration, monitoring and recording patients' fluid intake and output in fluid balance charts.
  • Provided attentive first-hand care, comfort and safety to patients.
  • Kept patient environments clean and neat, following optimum hygiene standards.
  • Aided service users in everyday activities, such as washing and dressing, ensuring constant safety and effective care.
  • Break from this role between November 21 and April 22 due to a family situation which required me to spend time in Spain.

Home Care Assistant

Mr Robert Johnson
Sandridge, Hertfordshire
01.2020 - 04.2020
  • Ref. Heather Domah 01438416335 - 07708580674
  • Maintained clean and well-organised environment to promote client happiness and safety.
  • Performed household tasks such as laundry, dusting, washing dishes and vacuuming, maintaining clean and tidy environment to Mr Johnson
  • Supervised frequent activities such as medication and personal hygiene to provide safe living environment for the client
  • Assisted patient with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • I was required to attend appointments at GP or Hospital with Mr Johnson and take him on social outing/activities when was required

Kitchen Porter & FOH

LEAFI Ltda - Cafteria at St Albans Museum + Gallery
St. Albans , Hertfordshire
04.2019 - 12.2019
  • Ref. Phone Number 07407225928 - mirian@leafi.co.uk stalbans@leafi.co.uk
  • Wiped down table tops, chairs and condiment containers.
  • Kept cleaning cupboards clean and organised.
  • Washed and sanitised dirty dishes by hand and by using a dishwasher.
  • Set up storeroom and work areas to allow easy access to stock items.
  • Maintained table settings by removing courses, replacing utensils and refilling beverages promptly and courteously.
  • Assisted colleagues whenever possible.
  • Developed and maintained positive working relationships with others to reach business goals.
  • Cleared and reset tables and kept dining room and work areas clean.
  • Cleared, cleaned and set tables in a quiet and efficient manner.
  • Consistently provided professional, friendly and engaging service.

Housekeeper

Mrs Alejandra Bowen
London W14 8EU
12.2018 - 03.2019
  • Ref. Phone Number +41 787364672
  • alejandrabowen.law@gmail.com
  • Taking sole responsibility for cleaning a large private residence for professionals
  • Used chemicals and other cleaning equipment in a proper, safe and responsible manner.
  • Changed bed linens and collected soiled linens for cleaning.
  • Collected rubbish and moved garbage cans from kitchen areas to pick-up stations.
  • Taking care of children when required, making meals, and supervising meal times.
  • Ensuring the property was always kept to a very high standard.

Housekeeper

London Marriott Hotel Maida Vale Plaza Parade
London NW6 5RP
11.2018 - 12.2018
  • Ref Phone Number 02075436000 - 02075432750
  • Undertaking room attendant duties alongside public area cleaning, laundry assistant and linen porter duties.
  • Maintained clean, safe environments for guests and staff, strictly following infection control policies.
  • Maintained well-stocked trolleys with complete cleaning, linen and comfort supplies, enabling efficient room turnarounds between guests.
  • Delivered faultless cleanliness standards and exceptional guest care.
  • Meticulously vacuumed, dusted and tidied guest rooms.
  • Emptied bins regularly, carefully sorting waste and recycling to improve establishment sustainability.

Housekeeper

Mr & Mrs Spinks
Beechwood Avenue St Albans AL1 4XZ , Hertfordshire
10.2017 - 10.2018
  • Ref Phone Number 01727 765297 - 07851536666
  • Taking sole responsibility for cleaning a large private residence for professionals.

Cleaner

Mrs Domah
St Albans AL4 9BU, Hertfordshire
10.2017 - 10.2018
  • Ref. Phone Number 01438416335 - 07708580674
  • Caring for a disabled, elderly client.

Customer Service Assistant

Europ Assistance ESP S.A
Madrid , Spain
07.2007 - 09.2015
  • Ref. Phone Number +34 91 514 37 99 rrhh@europ-assistance.es
  • Answering the phone - Resolving challenging situations.
  • Helping to prepare deliveries.
  • Working within a busy team
  • Arranging the repatriation of long distance vehicles
  • Dealing with customer enquiries, booking plane, train and bus tickets.
  • Dealing with money and taking payments for vehicles guarantees and insurance.
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly and improved on-hold wait times.
  • Resolved customer issues using strong interpersonal skills and conflict resolution techniques.
  • Assisted customers with varying questions using product knowledge and service expertise.

Education

Business Export Diploma

Instituto Colombo Americano
Cali -Valle - Colombia
1999

Bi- Lingual Secretary Diploma

Instituto Colombo Americano
Cali -Valle - Colombia
1996

Skills

  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Conscientious
  • Fluent in Spanish and English
  • Extremely organised
  • Hard worker
  • Customer relations
  • Social care

Certification

  • Self-harm and suicidal Ideation & Intent NHS Partnership University - HCPA, Bienvenue Supporting Housing Services. 14 June 2024
  • Highfield Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (RQF) HCPA, Bienvenue Supporting Housing Services. 5 July 2023
  • Care Certificate 5 Day Induction Programme, Unique Training Solutions, Bienvenue Supporting Housing Services. 6 - 10 November 2023
  • Moving and Assisting HCPA, Strathmore Lodge. 8 June 2023
  • Blood transfusion Watford General Hospital, 20 December 2022
  • Patient Moving and Handling Training Watford General Hospital, 14 December 2022
  • Adult Basic Life Support, Watford General Hospital, 13 December 2022
  • Fire and Evacuation, Watford General Hospital. 12 December 2022
  • QNUK Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (RQF), Essex First Aid Training Services 4 May 2022
  • Care Certificate, Skills for Care and Skills for Health- Lyndon House Salvation Army 25 August 2021
  • OPS Fire Safety The Salvation Army Older People’s Services Certificate 3 August 2020
  • OPS Safe Food Handling The Salvation Army Older People’s Services Certificate 3 August 2020
  • OPS Safeguarding The Salvation Army Older People’s Services Certificate 3 August 2020
  • Documenting in Care ALTURA Learning Certificate 4 August 2020 Environment (R-UK)
  • OPS Health & Safety The Salvation Army Older People’s Services Certificate 4 August 2020 Awareness
  • OPS Dignity in Care The Salvation Army Older People’s Services Certificate 4 August 2020
  • OPS Infection Control The Salvation Army Older People’s Services Certificate 5 August 2020
  • OPS First Aid Awareness The Salvation Army Older People’s Services Certificate 5 August 2020
  • OPS Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards The Salvation Army Older People’s Services Certificate 5 August 2020
  • OPS Dementia Awareness The Salvation Army Older People’s Services Certificate 6 August 2020
  • OPS Equality, Diversity & Inclusion The Salvation Army Older People’s Services Certificate 5 August 2020
  • Oral Health: Caring for Natural Teeth & Denture The Salvation Army Older People’s Services Certificate 5 August 2020
  • Infection Control: An Overview. Extension (R-UK) ALTURA Learning Certificate 6 August 2020
  • Safeguarding: Adults at Risk Extension (R-UK) ALTURA Learning Certificate 6 August 2020
  • First AID: Awareness & The Basic Principles. Extension (R-UK) ALTURA Learning Certificate 6 August 2020
  • Infection Control: Basic Principles. Extension (R-UK) ALTURA Learning Certificate 6 August 2020
  • H&S: Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment Extension (R-UK) ALTURA Learning Certificate 6 August 2020
  • H&S: Control Of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Extension (R-UK) ALTURA Learning Certificate 6 August 2020
  • Fire Safety : The Basic Principles Extension (R-UK) ALTURA Learning Certificate 6 August 2020
  • Customer Service: Providing A 5 Start Experience (R-UK) ALTURA Learning Certificate 6 August 2020
  • Cultural Diversity in Ageing Extension (R-UK) ALTURA Learning Certificate 6 August 2020
  • Fire Safety: Apractical Approach Extension (R-UK) ALTURA Learning Certificate 7 August 2020
  • Effective written Documentation (R-UK) ALTURA Learning Certificate 7 August 2020
  • Hydration and Nutrition : Including Special Diets (R-UK) ALTURA Learning Certificate 7 August 2020
  • Care Certificate August 08 2021 The Salvation Army, Lyndon House
  • Demential : An Introduction (R-UK) ALTURA Learning Certificate 7 August 2020
  • Demential : End Stage of Life (R-UK) ALTURA Learning Certificate 7 August 2020
  • Demential : Engaging the person in Meaningful Activities (R-UK) ALTURA Learning Certificate 7 August 2020
  • Spirituality in Practive (R-UK) ALTURA Learning Certificate 7 August 2020
  • Demential : Responding to Behaviours (R-UK) ALTURA Learning Certificate 7 August 2020
  • Minimising The Use Of Restraints (R-UK) ALTURA Learning Certificate 7 August 2020
  • End of Life Care: Symptom Management (R-UK) ALTURA Learning Certificate 7 August 2020
  • End of Life Care: Grief and Loss (R-UK) ALTURA Learning Certificate 10 August 2020

Timeline

Support Worker

Bienvenue Supporting Housing Services
09.2023 - 10.2024

Night Care Assistant

Strathmore Lodge
06.2023 - 10.2024

Theater Support Worker

NHS Trust
12.2022 - 01.2023

Health Care Assistant

Lyndon House Care Home - The Salvation Army
07.2020 - 11.2022

Home Care Assistant

Mr Robert Johnson
01.2020 - 04.2020

Kitchen Porter & FOH

LEAFI Ltda - Cafteria at St Albans Museum + Gallery
04.2019 - 12.2019

Housekeeper

Mrs Alejandra Bowen
12.2018 - 03.2019

Housekeeper

London Marriott Hotel Maida Vale Plaza Parade
11.2018 - 12.2018

Housekeeper

Mr & Mrs Spinks
10.2017 - 10.2018

Cleaner

Mrs Domah
10.2017 - 10.2018

Customer Service Assistant

Europ Assistance ESP S.A
07.2007 - 09.2015

Business Export Diploma

Instituto Colombo Americano

Bi- Lingual Secretary Diploma

Instituto Colombo Americano
Alejandra Maria Garcia Mejia