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Ann Kariuki

Peterborough,Cambridgeshire

Summary

Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive expertise in elderly and dementia care, specialising in patient safety protocols and infection control. Proficient in administering medication, providing behavioural support, and ensuring dignity respectfulness. Skilled in patient lifting techniques and mobility support, with a strong understanding of palliative care and respite care. Committed to enhancing patient wellbeing through comprehensive knowledge of medical terminology and safeguarding practices. Career goal: to advance in the field of nursing care, focusing on innovative approaches to improve quality of life for patients.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1982
1982
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Personal care assistant

PCVS
Peterborough
06.2018 - Current
  • Monitored health condition, ensured timely intervention in case of emergencies.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities to improve their lifestyle quality.
  • Ensured regular communication with family members for updates on patient's status.
  • Handled laundry and housekeeping tasks for a clean living space.
  • Established rapport with patients, made them feel secure and cared-for.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing personal care services including bathing, grooming and feeding.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary requirements, maintained good nutrition.
  • Observed changes in behaviour or physical condition, reported promptly to medical staff.
  • Managed bedding changes regularly for hygiene maintenance.
  • Helped maintain personal hygiene for dignity preservation.
  • Provided companionship to alleviate loneliness.
  • Administered medication as prescribed for better health management.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment to promote wellbeing.
  • Maintained client dignity and respect throughout personal care support, including dressing, showering and toileting.

Suport Worker

Augaster care
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
07.2017 - 06.2018
  • Supported daily living skills training which increased client self-sufficiency.
  • Actively listened to client concerns thus creating a comforting environment.
  • Maintained detailed records of patient behaviour changes for healthcare team reference.
  • Increased comfort levels with personal care duties such as bathing and dressing.
  • Helped achieve patient independence through guided tasks and activities.
  • Assured safety measures were met to prevent falls or accidents.
  • Enhanced wellbeing of patients by providing emotional support and companionship.
  • Provided companionship during outings contributing to an active social life for clients.

Support worker

NHS Professionals
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
03.2006 - 03.2017
  • Enhanced wellbeing of patients by providing emotional support and companionship.
  • Prepared nutritious meals that met special dietary needs of clients.
  • Provided companionship during outings contributing to an active social life for clients.
  • Promoted physical activity through assistance with exercises improving overall health condition of the client.
  • Completed housekeeping tasks resulting in a clean, safe home environment.
  • Participated in regular team meetings, enhancing quality of care provided.
  • Actively listened to client concerns thus creating a comforting environment.
  • Encouraged social integration by facilitating community involvement opportunities.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean environment for improved client health.

Education

GCSEs - English, Maths, Science, History, Geography, CRE,

Njoro Girls Secondary School
Kenya

Skills

  • Elderly care knowledge
  • Respite care knowledge
  • Patient lifting technique
  • Patient safety protocols
  • Palliative care understanding
  • Administration of medication
  • Behavioural support
  • Basic nursing care
  • Dignity respectfulness
  • Infection control knowledge
  • Medical terminology familiarity
  • Patient safeguarding
  • Housekeeping
  • Mobility support
  • Dementia care
  • Dementia awareness

Languages

Swahili
Native
English
Fluent

Affiliations

  • Travelling

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Personal care assistant

PCVS
06.2018 - Current

Suport Worker

Augaster care
07.2017 - 06.2018

Support worker

NHS Professionals
03.2006 - 03.2017

GCSEs - English, Maths, Science, History, Geography, CRE,

Njoro Girls Secondary School

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