Caroline Lynch
Derry,Derry
Summary
Compassionate Care Assistant with comprehensive background with elderly patients in care home settings. Provides exceptional care demonstrating dedication to safe nursing practices for continued patient trust. Maintains excellent levels of patient care through kindness and commitment to safe working practices.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Care assistant
Sevenoaks Care Home
Derry, Derry
10.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with healthcare team for effective patient care delivery.
- Monitored vital signs of patients for early detection of health complications.
- Adhered strictly to professional standards, regulations and policies at all times while executing duties.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations, ensuring safety of all residents.
- Assisted in daily living activities for enhanced patient comfort.
- Helped with personal care tasks, promoting hygiene and cleanliness amongst patients.
- Documented reports on daily observations accurately, helping in keeping track of every resident's progress over time.
Community Carer
Strabane & District Care
Derry, Derry City and Strabane
11.2024 - 10.2025
- Maintained accurate records of all interactions, observations and changes in the client's condition.
- Helped administer medication under supervision, ensuring correct dosages were given.
- Fostered warm relationships with clients based on trust, respect and compassion.
- Assisted clients with daily activities such as dressing, personal hygiene and meal preparation.
Community Carer
Advanced Care
Derry, Derry
01.2020 - 11.2024
- Travelled between different households providing compassionate support for individuals unable to leave their homes.
- Delivered psychological support to clients coping with illness or disability, enhancing wellbeing.
- Handled emergencies calmly and efficiently by immediately contacting relevant healthcare professionals.
- Ensured medication schedules were followed accurately to maintain client health.
- Managed difficult situations with empathy and patience, promoting a calm environment.
Special Needs Support Worker
Advanced Care
Derry, Derry
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Created a safe and supportive environment for the student, fostering self-confidence and independence.
- Engaged in regular parent-teacher meetings discussing the child's development and potential strategies for further growth.
- Worked collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams for comprehensive care of the student.
- Improved child's social interactions by implementing a tailored behavioural plan.
- Enhanced child's motor skills through targeted physical activities.
- Coordinated outdoor activities, encouraging physical fitness and socialisation.
Retail Assistant
One Luxury
Derry, Derry
10.2014 - 01.2020
- Rotated stock periodically, reducing instances of expired or outdated inventory.
- Handled transactions, maintaining accurate till records.
- Handled cash register operations efficiently, minimising queue lengths at checkouts.
- Helped in the setup of special events and promotional activities within the store.
- Ensured visual merchandising standards with regular display updates.
- Delivered excellent customer service by answering queries and providing product information.
Education
NVQ Level 2 - Hairdressing
North West Regional College
Derry 09.1985 - 06.1996
NVQ Level 2 - Beauty Therapy
North West Regional College
Derry 09.1986 - 06.1987
Skills
- Manual handling certification
- First aid qualification
- Fire safety compliance
- Health and safety awareness
- Diabetes Training
- Dementia Awareness
- Fall Risk Awareness
- Eating Behaviour Analysis
- Problem-solving
- Medication Administration
Timeline
Care assistant
Sevenoaks Care Home
10.2025 - Current
Community Carer
Strabane & District Care
11.2024 - 10.2025
Special Needs Support Worker
Advanced Care
01.2024 - 06.2024
Community Carer
Advanced Care
01.2020 - 11.2024
Retail Assistant
One Luxury
10.2014 - 01.2020
NVQ Level 2 - Beauty Therapy
North West Regional College
09.1986 - 06.1987
NVQ Level 2 - Hairdressing
North West Regional College
09.1985 - 06.1996