Cara White
Dartford,Kent
Summary
Empathetic and driven, with strong communication skills and ability to build rapport with diverse populations. Resourceful in problem-solving and knowledgeable in child development and family support. Committed to making positive impact on community health and wellbeing in a safeguarding role. I have extensive knowledge and experience of safeguarding.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Health visitor
Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust
Dartford, Kent
01.2022 - Current
- Completed holistic assessments, meeting face-to-face with families to identify their difficulties in meeting child needs.
- Promoted and adhered to health and safety policies within the health services.
- Devised and implemented individualised care plans that delivered 100% positive client outcomes.
- Assessed child development stages, identifying potential concerns early on.
- Assisted in organising local health clinics for wider access to healthcare services.
- Evaluated ability of existing care plans to cater to complex patient needs, implementing changes as necessary.
- Conducted holistic assessments and patient-centred care planning to optimise support.
- Promoted breastfeeding practices to enhance infant nutrition and bonding experience with mother.
- Trained new and junior nursing staff during onboarding phase.
- Managed personal caseload of 40+ patients.
- Delivered social services in diverse cultural community, relating empathetically to all individuals.
- Provided postnatal support, resulting in improved maternal mental health.
- Maintained detailed records of work and advice given to service users.
- Mentored placement students and staff to encourage workplace learning and development.
- Facilitated a smooth child protection process by developing and submitting thorough child protection assessments.
- Managed high-risk cases, ensuring child safety was prioritised.
- Contributed to safeguarding strategies, ensuring the welfare of children at risk.
- Liaised with multidisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate cohesive care for patients.
- Educated families and communities on health issues, risk factors for disease and preventive techniques for common infections.
- Implemented preventative measures against domestic violence within households visited.
Student Health visitor
Croydon health service
Croydon, Surrey
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Contributed to holistic planning, delivery and evaluation of high-quality patient care.
- Delivered social services in diverse cultural community, relating empathetically to all individuals.
- Supported families facing challenging circumstances, contributing to stronger community bonds.
- Completed patient visits daily to offer trusted care in home setting.
- Implemented preventative measures against domestic violence within households visited.
- Prevented childhood obesity by encouraging healthy nutrition conversations, focusing on behaviour change techniques.
- Liaised with multidisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate cohesive care for patients.
- Developed multidisciplinary treatment plans to improve patient outcomes.
- Helped families to smoothen transition to parenthood by providing comprehensive breastfeeding advice.
- Facilitated immunisation programmes, promoting public health protection.
- Built and maintained helping relationships with individuals to aid general wellbeing.
- Facilitated a smooth child protection process by developing and submitting thorough child protection assessments.
- Managed high-risk cases, ensuring child safety was prioritised.
Midwife
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
London, London
10.2015 - 12.2021
- Listened actively to clients with non-judgemental approach, applied knowledge of cultural backgrounds and adapted communicating style to suit individuals.
- Assessed newborn health and wellbeing, recording vitals and checks for continued monitoring.
- Conducted postpartum home visits to assess health, identify problems and implement early interventions during postpartum period.
- Identified high risk pregnancies, working closely with health care professionals for continued health and safety of mother and child.
- Educated families on newborn care, contributing to confident parenting skills.
- Promoted positive parenting through health education and SIDS prevention inline with public health agenda.
- Handled emergency situations, ensuring immediate response to high-risk conditions.
- Provided emotional support during delivery, coaching and calming patients to enable safe delivery.
- Conducted antenatal classes for informed decisions about birth plans.
- Handled emergencies focused on achieving positive outcomes.
- Planned appropriate prenatal and postnatal care packages for parents and babies.
- Committed to equal treatment of women from all backgrounds and circumstances and remained actively informed on ethical practices in cases of sensitive situations.
- Monitored progress and administered medication, injections and intravenous infusions during labour.
- Helped pregnant women establish birth plans to suit personalised needs.
- Advised and supported parents after miscarriage, termination and stillbirth.
- Offered emotional support following traumatic miscarriage, termination of pregnancy, neonatal complications and stillbirths.
- Cooperated within multidisciplinary team settings for improved patient outcomes.
- Trained junior colleagues while educating self about recent developments in midwifery.
- Applied knowledge of drugs and pain management while assisting women in labour.
- Performed neonatal examinations after birth guaranteeing early detection of abnormalities.
- Educated women about accessible care and services during pregnancy, labour and early post natal period.
- Maintained detailed medical records for accurate tracking of patient history.
- Identified high-risk pregnancies and senior staff for appropriate treatment, preventing further complications.
- Coordinated with a team of healthcare professionals for comprehensive patient care.
- Delivered specialised care for pregnant women during pregnancy, labour, birth and postnatal periods.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
- Applied critical thinking to analyse problems, evaluate solutions and select best decisions.
Specialist safeguarding midwife
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
London, London
04.2020 - 11.2020
- Collaborated with different departments to maintain positive rapport and smooth workflow.
- Educated new staff on safeguarding policies for improved compliance.
- Documented conferences, meetings and appointments with reports.
- Increased staff awareness with regular training on child protection and safeguarding issues.
- Registered training attendance and completion to verify safeguarding certifications.
- Demonstrated high level knowledge about legislative changes related to child welfare and safeguarding during team discussions.
- Developed a comprehensive understanding of safeguarding legislation for effective policy implementation.
- Typed up and distributed meeting minutes to build team understanding of current safeguarding topics.
- Coordinated multi-agency meetings to facilitate effective communication and collaboration.
- Offer support, advice and guidance to staff member's working on the hospital ward's
Student midwife
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
London
09.2012 - 10.2015
- Skilfully managed pressures of academic studies and commitment to long day and night shifts for three years.
- Advocated for patients' rights within the healthcare setting, promoting a culture of respect and dignity.
- Committed to equal treatment of women from all backgrounds and circumstances and remained actively informed on ethical practices in cases of sensitive situations.
- Conducted parenting classes, clinical examinations and screenings for accurate antenatal care.
- Supported daily care of baby, advising new mothers on feeding, bathing and breast feeding techniques.
- Monitored and supported women and newborns following childbirth.
- Maintained accurate patient notes to hospital standards.
- Delivered comprehensive, caring, research and evidence-based care to mothers and families.
- Maintained patient confidentiality with adherence to protocols.
- Monitored progress and administered medication, injections and intravenous infusions during labour.
- Performed and recorded manual medical evaluations.
- Provided emotional support during labour for improved patient experience.
- Assisted midwives in providing antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal care.
- Identified concerns related to patient well-being, and reported abnormalities to nursing staff.
- Adhered to hospital health and safety and patient confidentiality policies and procedures.
- Wrote patient care plans after assessing and monitoring expectant mothers and developing fetuses.
- Enhanced patient understanding of postnatal care through clear communication and guidance.
- Coordinated discharge planning processes smoothly, ensuring patients felt confident about home care.
- Dealt professionally and emphatically with emotionally charged situations with care.
- Complied with regional and national health legislation to mitigate risks.
- Developed trusting relationships with patients, enhancing their comfort and satisfaction levels with the maternity service.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to deliver high-quality patient care.
- Managed emergencies effectively by implementing appropriate interventions promptly.
- Implemented care and treatment plans in collaboration with physicians and midwifery professionals.
- Worked night shifts efficiently whilst ensuring consistent high standards of care.
- Documented patient information accurately for seamless transfer of care.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and clear communications.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Maternity support worker
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
London, London
07.2007 - 09.2012
- Took vitals of both mother and baby routinely, detecting any abnormalities early on.
- Supported safekeeping of patient property in accordance with trust policy.
- Undertook circulatory role in obstetric procedures and processed cord blood samples.
- Maintained patient confidentiality with adherence to protocols.
- Identified concerns related to patient well-being, and reported abnormalities to nursing staff.
- Provided additional care to newborn babies where mothers were unable to, under close midwife supervision.
- Prepared birthing rooms prior to delivery, ensuring a calm atmosphere was created for the expecting mother.
- Implemented care and treatment plans in collaboration with physicians and midwifery professionals.
- Kept personal development and mandatory training up-to-date, requesting additional training as required for enhanced care provisions.
- Maintained accurate records of patients' vital statistics and medical history contributing to better patient outcomes.
- Verified patient identification, double-checking patient chart details and wrist labels.
Maternity healthcare assistant
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
London, London
02.2006 - 07.2007
- Proactively supported breastfeeding and bottle-feeding mothers, providing helpful guidance and advice to optimise those choices.
- Educated mothers on post-natal care, potential challenges and newborn needs.
- Delivered outstanding individualised antenatal, maternity and postnatal care, promoting equality and dignity at all times.
- Closely monitored changes in mother or baby's condition, reporting to midwife as appropriate.
- Ensured cleanliness of maternity wards, promoting a healthy environment.
- Performed and documented clinical observations such as temperature, pulse, respiration rate, blood pressure and oxygen saturation levels.
- Promoted hygiene amongst staff members by enforcing handwashing protocol strictly.
- Documented patient information accurately for maintaining comprehensive medical records.
- Followed healthcare protocols and guidelines established by healthcare institutions and professional associations.
- Supported mothers with breastfeeding techniques, fostering infant nutrition and bonding.
Sales assistant
Chay's petfood supplies
Kent , Kent
11.2005 - 02.2006
- Maintained accurate records to track cash handling activities.
- Monitored trends in consumer behaviour with keen attention to detail.
- Went above and beyond by helping customers to locate stock, making bespoke orders where possible.
- Took interest in customers' needs and concerns to provide thoughtful advice and product recommendations.
- Resolved customer complaints and process issues with proactive problem-solving skills.
- Followed company procedures and guidelines for smooth retail operations.
- Improved customer service by efficiently handling queries and complaints.
Operational support officer
HMP Belmarsh
London, London
08.2005 - 11.2005
- Enhanced team communication for improved operational performance.
- Coordinated maintenance of equipment for uninterrupted business operations.
- Assisted in the daily running of the external works department liaising with external agencies
Ward hostess
ISS mediclean
London, London
01.2004 - 08.2005
- Oversaw office supply orders and replenished stock for staff use.
- Delivered excellent customer service, addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
- Ensured adherence to hygiene standards whilst serving food and beverages to patients.
- Delivered highly professional and customer focussed catering service to all patients, staff and visitors.
- Prepared wards before admission of new patients, providing clean and comfortable surroundings.
- Tracked daily activities and important metrics with spreadsheets.
- Adhered strictly to hospital policies regarding patient privacy during interactions.
Sales advisor
Dorothy Perkins
London, London
12.2002 - 01.2004
- Increased current product and service sales through knowledgeable customer advice.
- Built rapport with new and existing customers to boost client retention.
- Suggested suitable products to customers for enhanced shopping experience.
- Boosted brand reputation with demonstration of product knowledge.
- Attended training sessions regularly to keep abreast with latest sales techniques.
- Built rapport with new and existing customers from diverse cultural backgrounds to maximise sales opportunities.
- Monitored and refreshed displays to attract customers.
- Resolved customer complaints swiftly, maintaining company reputation.
- Maintained clean, organised retail environment to enhance shopping experience.
- Participated in team meetings contributing valuable ideas for sales improvement.
- Facilitated smooth checkout process, enhancing customer satisfaction levels.
- Worked extended hours during holiday season managing high customer footfall.
- Provided customers with price information and handled financial transactions.
- Assisted in stock taking for accurate inventory management.
Education
Master of Science - Advanced child protection
University of Kent
Medway 01.2024 -
Bachelor of Science - Specialist community public health nurse
University of Greenwich
London 01.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Midwifery
University of Greenwich
London 09.2012 - 10.2015
NVQ Level 3 - Healthcare
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS trust
London 02.2007 - 12.2007
Certificate of Higher Education - Academic skills
University of Greenwich
London 09.2011 - 12.2011
GCSEs - GCSE
Thamesmead Community College
London 09.1997 - 07.2002
Skills
- Resilience under pressure
- Social perceptiveness
- Effective communication
- Health education delivery
- Initiative taking
- Domestic violence awareness
- Relationship-building
- Adaptability to changing situations
- Safety consciousness
- Confidentiality adherence
- Cultural competence
- Tactful communication
- Child protection protocols
- Critical-thinking
- Interpersonal communication
- Proactive approach
- Time efficiency
- Public health education
Timeline
Master of Science - Advanced child protection
University of Kent
01.2024 -
Health visitor
Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust
01.2022 - Current
Student Health visitor
Croydon health service
01.2021 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Specialist community public health nurse
University of Greenwich
01.2021 - 12.2021
Specialist safeguarding midwife
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
04.2020 - 11.2020
Midwife
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
10.2015 - 12.2021
Student midwife
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
09.2012 - 10.2015
Bachelor of Science - Midwifery
University of Greenwich
09.2012 - 10.2015
Certificate of Higher Education - Academic skills
University of Greenwich
09.2011 - 12.2011
Maternity support worker
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
07.2007 - 09.2012
NVQ Level 3 - Healthcare
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS trust
02.2007 - 12.2007
Maternity healthcare assistant
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
02.2006 - 07.2007
Sales assistant
Chay's petfood supplies
11.2005 - 02.2006
Operational support officer
HMP Belmarsh
08.2005 - 11.2005
Ward hostess
ISS mediclean
01.2004 - 08.2005
Sales advisor
Dorothy Perkins
12.2002 - 01.2004
GCSEs - GCSE
Thamesmead Community College
09.1997 - 07.2002
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