Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Timeline
Generic

Dakshaben Zaveri

Healthcare and Nursing
Wembley,Middlesex

Summary

Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive expertise in contraception and sexual health support, STI screening assistance, and safeguarding. Proficient in venepuncture, sample handling, and vital signs monitoring, with a strong focus on infection control and health and safety. Skilled in tracheostomy care, ventilator management, PEG feeding, stoma care, and wound dressing. Experienced in post-operative cardiac and renal transplant care, paediatric dosage calculation, and early mobilisation exercises. Committed to providing compassionate patient care through effective communication with non-verbal patients and adherence to patient confidentiality. Career goal: to advance within the NHS system while continuing to deliver exceptional person-centred care.

Overview

1
1
Certification
4
4
years of post-secondary education
20
20
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work history

Healthcare Support Worker

Central Middlesex Hospital – Contraception & Sexual Health Clinic (CASH)
Park Royal, Brent
2021.05 - Current
  • Assisted daily contraception and sexual health services with clinical administration tasks.
  • Supported clinicians during contraception procedures and STI testing appointments.
  • Chaperoned patients, maintained confidentiality, and followed safeguarding standards at visits.
  • Prepared clinical rooms, managed stock, and supported infection-control protocols daily.
  • Delivered patient education on contraception, sexual health, and follow-up care instructions.
  • Practised infection-control standards to protect patient health and safety each visit.
  • Facilitated social activities to boost patient morale and wellbeing during care.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
  • Acted as liaison to improve understanding between healthcare team members.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients throughout each shift.
  • Communicated sensitively with patients while respecting privacy and dignity always.
  • Documented patient observations accurately for the healthcare team's reference.
  • Attended mandatory training regularly to keep skills updated and compliant.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary teams to deliver holistic patient care together.
  • Assisted medical staff with routine procedures to improve shift efficiency.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive holistic patient care.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information for compliance and safety.
  • Maintained confidentiality and compliance standards for optimised patient care.
  • Monitored client health conditions and reported immediate concerns to managers.
  • Optimised patient satisfaction through compassionate, considered care and communication.

Health care assistant

London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust
Harrow, Middlesex
2008.06 - 2018.05

Delivered safe preoperative and postoperative care to raise patient experience quality.
Coordinated person-centred antenatal and postnatal support using dignity-focused communication standards.
Managed pathways across rheumatology day care, intestinal failure, and radiology to reduce friction.
Maintained steady compliant support to strengthen service access in sexual health and HIV clinics.
Applied health and safety rules and clear communication to improve outpatient continuity.

Healthcare Assistant & Phlebotomist

London North West Healthcare NHS Trust
Harrow, Middlesex
2011.01 - 2017.10
  • Recorded patient observations during venepuncture, personal care, and clinical support tasks.
  • Explained procedures to improve blood draw comfort before collection begins.
  • Collected blood using appropriate vacutainer tubes, syringes, and needles at bedside.
  • Greeted patients, verified personal details, and confirmed identity before procedures begin.
  • Labelled specimens and vacutainer tubes using accurate patient details every time.
  • Prepared samples promptly for testing within strict turnaround timelines daily.
  • Handled and stored samples correctly to protect result integrity after collection.
  • Transported prepared samples to laboratory within required timeframes for analysis.
  • Recorded vital signs and monitored patient wellness throughout blood collection.
  • Reported adverse reactions and initiated appropriate support for patient safety immediately.
  • Maintained infection control through strict hygiene and sharps disposal practices.
  • Disposed of bio-hazard waste according to procedures for safe clinical handling.
  • Cleaned and prepped collection stations between appointments to reduce delays.
  • Maintained patient confidentiality under NHS data protection requirements consistently.
  • Applied clinical practice to minimise contamination and maintain safety standards.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult periods.
  • Calmed anxious patients using professional reassurance and empathetic explanations.
  • Administered aftercare following venipuncture to minimise post-procedure discomfort.
  • Verified correct labelling to prevent mix-ups and analysis errors.
  • Managed blood draw schedules to improve clinic flow and capacity.
  • Checked phlebotomy supply inventory routinely and maintained adequate stock levels.
  • Prepared collection stations and supplies to support continuous service delivery.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff, doctors, and allied health professionals daily.
  • Communicated with multidisciplinary teams to maintain consistent patient care.
  • Participated in team meetings and contributed to process improvements.
  • Supported new staff members and fostered a supportive team environment.
  • Completed continuous learning on phlebotomy practices and regulations regularly.
  • Upheld patient confidentiality after collection and during specimen handling.
  • Ensured safe transportation of patients to minimise distress and discomfort.
  • Organised resources and materials to help reduce waste across shifts.

Care Assistant

Wilsmere Care Centre
Harrow, Middlesex
2006.07 - 2012.02
  • Delivered personal care mobility support and daily living assistance for complex needs residents.
  • Maintained clean surroundings to promote healthy daily living for elderly clients.
  • Adhered strictly to confidentiality principles for patient information and records.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly and immediately reported observed abnormalities.
  • Handled emergency situations calmly to reduce risks of elderly falls or sudden illness.
  • Conducted regular home checks to ensure safe living environment for patients.
  • Arrived on time consistently, ready to start duties immediately.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Applied critical thinking to analyse problems and select best decisions.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by proactively listening to concerns and answering questions.
  • Assisted personal care tasks to improve comfort and hygiene for clients.
  • Managed ventilators and respiratory parameters as instructed by physicians.

Healthcare Assistant (NHS Hospitals)

Pulse Agency
London, Middlesex
2006.03 - 2010.07
  • Monitored vital signs across Kingston, St Mary's, Charing Cross, UCLH sites daily.
  • Maintained ward cleanliness to deliver high-quality patient service consistently.
  • Managed dementia-related challenging behaviour calmly, avoiding force or intimidation.
  • Assisted elderly residents with eating, bathing, and dressing in care homes.
  • Recorded patient progress in detail to support treatment planning effectively.
  • Liaised between patients and healthcare professionals to maintain clear communication.
  • Prepared balanced meals to support nutrition intake for patients.
  • Managed personal hygiene for bed-bound patients with dignity and respect.
  • Collaborated with nurses to deliver comprehensive care for smooth recovery.
  • Maintained confidentiality and compliance standards to support optimised patient care.
  • Sustained clear communication with nurses to support patient care continuity.
  • Assisted daily activities while encouraging independence and self-belief.
  • Provided comfortable personal care across washing, dressing, and toileting tasks.
  • Followed infection control measures strictly to protect staff and patients.
  • Escorted patients safely during medical appointments and hospital visits.
  • Delivered dedicated care for clients with disability, meeting care plans.
  • Protected privacy and dignity by treating care users respectfully.
  • Built patient confidence through physical exercise and positive lifestyle changes.
  • Provided compassionate personal care for elderly patients with toileting support.

Education

BSc - Health, Wellbeing and Social Care

Oxford Brookes University
Oxford/ Greenford Campus
2024.10 -

NVQ Level 3 - Health & Social Care

Harrow International Business School
Harrow
2009.07 - 2010.12

Phlebotomy Competency Training - Health & Social Care

Wexham Park Hospital
Slough
2010.03 - 2010.03

Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery - Nuring

Gujarat Nursing Council
Ahmedabad
1992.08 - 1995.08

Skills

  • Contraception & sexual health support
  • STI screening assistance
  • Chaperoning & safeguarding
  • Venepuncture & sample handling
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Blood sugar checks
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Ventilator care & suctioning
  • PEG feeding & PEG site care
  • Stoma care
  • Wound dressing
  • Infection control & health and safety
  • Maternity OT assistance
  • ABG sample collection
  • Post-operative cardiac & renal transplant care
  • Pediatric dosage calculation
  • Early mobilisation & respiratory exercises
  • Nutrition monitoring
  • Blood pressure measurement
  • Communicating with non-verbal patients
  • Urine sample collection
  • Knowledge of nhs systems
  • Catheter management
  • Comforting distressed patients
  • First Aid
  • Basic life support
  • Clinical documentation
  • Gastrostomy
  • Phlebotomy procedures
  • Hoist operation
  • Safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults
  • Enteral feeding
  • Suctioning
  • Clinical communication
  • Hazardous waste disposal
  • Airway management
  • Manual handling training
  • Bedside manner
  • Record-keeping
  • Person-centred care
  • Elderly care

Certification

Sexually Transmitted Infections Foundation Programme attended 2 days course which is Nationally recognised training framework developed by BASHH ( The British Association for Sexaul Health and HIV. Entry level competency completed. in March 2026. at Northwich Park Hospital.

Languages

Guajrati, Hindi
Native language
English
Advanced
C1

Timeline

BSc - Health, Wellbeing and Social Care

Oxford Brookes University
2024.10 -

Healthcare Support Worker

Central Middlesex Hospital – Contraception & Sexual Health Clinic (CASH)
2021.05 - Current

Healthcare Assistant & Phlebotomist

London North West Healthcare NHS Trust
2011.01 - 2017.10

Phlebotomy Competency Training - Health & Social Care

Wexham Park Hospital
2010.03 - 2010.03

NVQ Level 3 - Health & Social Care

Harrow International Business School
2009.07 - 2010.12

Health care assistant

London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust
2008.06 - 2018.05

Care Assistant

Wilsmere Care Centre
2006.07 - 2012.02

Healthcare Assistant (NHS Hospitals)

Pulse Agency
2006.03 - 2010.07

Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery - Nuring

Gujarat Nursing Council
1992.08 - 1995.08
Dakshaben ZaveriHealthcare and Nursing