AMANDA HODGSON
LINCOLNSHIRE,LINCOLNSHIRE
Summary
Conscientious Care Assistant providing compassionate care and support to patients in a variety of care settings. Improves daily life through considered assistance in daily tasks, promoting optimum wellbeing and comfort at all times.
I am a compassionate healthcare professional with experience providing quality patient support. First Aid and CPR trained. Personal Care Aide experienced in assisting clients with mental impairments or physical limitations to manage everyday tasks. Skilled in geriatric care and providing companionship and direct assistance to cognitively impaired clients. Dependable employee establishes rapport and trust with patients and helps complete daily living tasks to enhance quality of life. Driven to prioritize individual needs with attention to important details. Valued as accommodating, kind-hearted team player dedicated to expanding knowledge and responsibilities.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
STAY AT HOME MOTHER
AMANDA HODGSON
HORNCASTLE , LINCOLNSHIRE
10.2007 - Current
- Met ongoing medical needs of children by coordinating with specialists.
- Advocated for social, emotional and educational stability of children with complex emotional and behavioural needs.
- Responded to behavioural crisis situations, applying least restrictive intervention methods.
- Comforted children during times of crisis to provide security and safety measures.
- Encouraged children to express views and opinions to increase confidence and openess.
- Established close relationships with community resources, teachers and health professionals to meet children's development needs.
- Set fair boundaries with appropriate levels and methods of discipline.
- Participated in community events and activities to encourage regular interaction for more stability.
HOUSEKEEPER
ADMIRAL RODNEY HOTEL
HORNCASTLE , LINCOLNSHIRE
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Delivered faultless cleanliness standards and exceptional guest care.
- Serviced bathrooms with fresh supplies and regular cleaning.
- Cleaned and returned vacant rooms to guest-ready status within specified timeframes.
- Dusted ceiling air conditioning diffusers and ventilation systems, maintaining presentation and working order.
- Replaced sheets, duvets and pillowcases daily, maintaining spotless presentation standards.
- Swept and vacuumed floors, hallways and stairwells, keeping public areas immaculately well-presented.
- Sorted and disposed of rubbish and recyclables daily, avoiding waste buildup.
NIGHT CARE ASSISTANT
THIMBLEBY COURT CARE HOME
HORNCASTLE, LINCOLNSHIRE
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Worked as part of a team to create positive and caring atmosphere for residents.
- Calmly and skilfully de-escalated residents exhibiting challenging behaviours with calm and caring tone.
- Monitored and reported nighttime behaviour patterns in care plans and handover notes.
- Completed care plan documentation to chart progress and improve resident health outcomes.
- Updated database with accurate records including risk assessments, incident reports and care plans.
- Helped elderly residents to carry out daily living activities with maximum independence.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on latest care practices by attending regular meetings and training opportunities.
- Optimised patient satisfaction through compassionate, considered care and communication.
- Monitored individual's physical and emotional wellbeing, promptly reporting changes and providing suggestions for care plan adjustments.
- Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
- Promoted dignity by assisting residents with limited mobility to complete personal care, including washing and dressing.
- Provided quality companionship to residents with dementia experiencing sleeping difficulties.
- Delivered personalised care and support in line with individual care plans.
- Administered medications in line with care plans and nursing team guidance.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks for residents.
NIGHT CARE ASSISTANT
TANGLEWOOD CARE HOMES
HORNCASTLE, LINCOLNSHIRE
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Worked in team to create positive and caring atmosphere for 53 residents.
- Calmly and skilfully de-escalated residents exhibiting challenging behaviours with calm and caring tone.
- Promoted dignity by assisting residents with limited mobility to complete personal care, including washing and dressing.
- Provided quality companionship to residents with dementia experiencing sleeping difficulties.
- Delivered personalised care and support in line with individual care plans.
- Monitored and reported nighttime behaviour patterns in care plans and handover notes.
- Completed care plan documentation to chart progress and improve resident health outcomes.
- Helped elderly residents to carry out daily living activities with maximum independence.
- Maintained confidentiality and compliance standards for optimised patient care.
SUPPORT WORKER - NIGHTS
CLARENCE HOUSE
HORNCASTLE, LINCOLNSHIRE
09.2019 - 12.2019
- 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.
- Monitored individuals' progress, continuously updating and adjusting care plans to meet health and wellbeing needs.
- Built strong patient relationships through compassionate care and friendly rapport building.
- Provided physical and emotional support, employing compassionate care to help individuals achieve their full potential.
- Continuously promoted best practices in health, safety and security to safeguard service user welfare.
Education
GCSEs -
The Banovallum School
Horncastle 09.1986 - 06.1991
Skills
- Elderly care
- Meal preparation
- Safeguarding knowledge
- Care management
- Documentation development
- Personal care
- Care plan management
- Medication administration
- Housekeeping
- Patient observations
- Patient handling and positioning
- Basic life support
Languages
English
Fluent
Timeline
HOUSEKEEPER
ADMIRAL RODNEY HOTEL
06.2023 - 08.2023
NIGHT CARE ASSISTANT
THIMBLEBY COURT CARE HOME
02.2023 - 05.2023
NIGHT CARE ASSISTANT
TANGLEWOOD CARE HOMES
10.2022 - 02.2023
SUPPORT WORKER - NIGHTS
CLARENCE HOUSE
09.2019 - 12.2019
STAY AT HOME MOTHER
AMANDA HODGSON
10.2007 - Current
GCSEs -
The Banovallum School
09.1986 - 06.1991
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