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Cristina Lacatus

Worcester

Summary

Adept at enhancing patient and client well-being, my tenure at Severn Heights showcased my ability to provide compassionate care and effective mobility assistance. Leveraging skills in time management and emotional support, I improved patient comfort and safety, achieving a significant reduction in incident reports. My commitment to continuous learning and adherence to COVID-19 safety policies further exemplify my dedication to client health.

Offering strong interpersonal skills and genuine passion for helping others, ready to thrive in care-focused environment. Brings solid understanding , principles and is adept at learning new procedures quickly. Ready to use and develop communication and problem-solving skills in desired position role.

Overview

19
years of professional experience

Work History

Severn Heights

Care Assistant
09.2014 - Current

Job overview

  • Maintained clean and organized living spaces for patients, ensuring a comfortable and sanitary environment conducive to healing.
  • Enhanced patient recovery by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Assisted patients with mobility, transferring them safely between beds, chairs, and wheelchairs as needed.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
  • Managed time effectively while balancing multiple tasks simultaneously, ensuring all aspects of patient care were addressed promptly.
  • Assisted with meal preparation and feeding, ensuring adherence to dietary restrictions and nutritional guidelines for optimal health.
  • Promoted a safe environment for patients through regular monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to medical staff.
  • Mitigated patient-care risks with regular equipment safety checks.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current with best practices in caregiving techniques.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient progress, documenting changes in condition or response to treatment interventions.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing guidance on how they could best assist their loved ones throughout the caregiving journey.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare teams to maintain an open dialogue about ongoing care needs.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families throughout the caregiving process, building trust and rapport.

3F

Kitchen Hand
03.2006 - 02.2010

Job overview

  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies.
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Supported chefs in food preparation tasks such as chopping ingredients, peeling vegetables, and marinating meats.
  • Collaborated with other kitchen staff members to ensure smooth workflow during peak dining hours.
  • Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
  • Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
  • Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
  • Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
  • Contributed to a positive team atmosphere through effective communication with colleagues and supervisors.
  • Plated and presented food following chef requirements.
  • Assisted with meal presentation, garnishing dishes, and arranging serving platters to create an appealing visual display.
  • Followed recipes and chef instructions to prepare food correctly.
  • Transported food items from storage areas to kitchen for prepping.
  • Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
  • Developed strong time management skills, effectively prioritizing tasks to ensure completion within allocated timeframes.
  • Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
  • Maintained proper food storage procedures to preserve ingredient freshness while minimizing risks of contamination or spoilage.
  • Unloaded food deliveries and stored items in proper locations for easy access.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations by efficiently handling multiple responsibilities simultaneously under pressure.
  • Prepared simple menu items independently when necessary while maintaining high-quality standards set forth by chefs or supervisors.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new techniques, recipes, and procedures as required for various culinary tasks.
  • Reduced waste by effectively managing inventory levels and rotating stock to maintain freshness.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by quickly resolving issues related to food quality or preparation times.
  • Streamlined communication between kitchen and service staff, reducing order mistakes and improving dining experience.

Contitech

Machine Operator
04.2010 - 06.2013

Job overview

  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
  • Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
  • Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
  • Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean and organized workstation, adhering to safety protocols.
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes and improve overall performance.
  • Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
  • Increased product quality through meticulous monitoring of machine settings and making adjustments as needed.
  • Enhanced production efficiency by performing routine machine maintenance and troubleshooting issues.
  • Reduced downtime by conducting regular equipment inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of production data for analysis and continuous improvement efforts.
  • Performed preventative maintenance tasks consistently which resulted in fewer breakdowns requiring costly repairs.
  • Managed inventory levels by tracking material usage and coordinating timely replenishment orders with suppliers.
  • Contributed to reduced waste generation by implementing recycling initiatives within workspace.

Education

London School of Science &Technology
Birmingham,England

Bachelor from Busines & Managment
07.2025

University of Worcester/College UCAS
Worcester, England

College from Hairdressing
02.2020

Skills

  • Feeding assistance
  • Compassionate care
  • Mobility assistance
  • Client confidentiality
  • Dementia care
  • Meal preparation
  • Toileting support
  • Basic housekeeping
  • End-of-life care
  • Personal care assistance
  • Respectful and compassionate
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving
  • Relationship building
  • First aid and safety
  • Emotional support
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Elderly care
  • Documentation
  • Incident reporting
  • COVID-19 safety policies

Timeline

Care Assistant

Severn Heights
09.2014 - Current

Machine Operator

Contitech
04.2010 - 06.2013

Kitchen Hand

3F
03.2006 - 02.2010

London School of Science &Technology

Bachelor from Busines & Managment

University of Worcester/College UCAS

College from Hairdressing

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