Daniel Gibson
Wigan,Lancashire
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive expertise in patient care and support, specialising in confidentiality assurance and communication with families. Demonstrates a compassionate attitude and a positive outlook while managing stressful situations, ensuring patient safety through adherence to protocols and ethical understanding. Proficient in vital signs measurement, electronic health records management, and providing emotional support, with a strong foundation in anatomy knowledge. Committed to enhancing patient well-being through effective care planning, mobility assistance, and collaboration with medical teams. Career goal: to advance within the healthcare sector by leveraging skills in infection control, emergency first aid, and dementia awareness. I am a Compassionate Auxiliary Nurse with knack for providing top-notch patient care and support. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities and medical procedures, ensuring comfort and dignity for each patient. Known for fostering positive environment and quick problem-solving in high-pressure situations. I like to describe me as a Loyal employee with solid understanding of training and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Auxiliary nurse
NHS Foundation Trust
Wigan, Lancashire
2023.05 - Current
- Monitored vital signs regularly, alerting medical staff to any significant changes promptly.
- Accompanied patients on walks or wheelchairs around the hospital premises when permitted.
- Participated in training sessions and workshops to keep nursing skills updated.
- Set up medical equipment as required, facilitating timely treatment administration.
- Ensured cleanliness of patient rooms to maintain a hygienic environment.
- Assisted in feeding patients with difficulty swallowing or eating independently; ensured proper nutrition intake.
- Assisted in daily living activities, promoting independent living.
- Provided comfort to patients by offering emotional support and companionship.
- Maintained accurate patient records, enhancing continuity of care.
- Delivered personal hygiene assistance to patients, maintaining dignity at all times.
- Collected and disposed of clinical waste in line with regulations.
- Responded to patient call lights and supported continuum of care with appropriate interventions.
- Recorded weight and height measurements, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Positioned, lifted and transported patients with limited mobility.
- Provided attentive first-hand care, comfort and safety to patients.
- Provided high-quality person-centred support and received consistently positive patient feedback.
- Prioritised patient welfare, providing comfort, reassurance and support to reduce anxiety and distress.
- Delivered personal care focused on individual needs, preserving patient dignity and self-esteem.
- Ensured optimal hydration, monitoring and recording patients' fluid intake and output in fluid balance charts.
- Successfully positioned, lifted and moved patients from bed into wheelchairs, applying safe handling techniques.
- Maintained hygiene standards, cleaning and clearing patient rooms according to ward protocol.
- Supported data security and patient privacy with adherence to confidentiality protocols.
- Provided incontinence care and bed baths, maintaining patient dignity at all times.
- Supported bed-ridden patients through regular repositioning and chair-based exercise, helping to prevent sores, joint degeneration and blood clotting.
- Built caring, supportive relationships with residents, enhancing daily life through personalised care.
- Carried out safe, secure manual handling, promoting independence whilst assisting patients with mobility.
Hospital cleaner
NHS Foundation Trust
Wigan, Lancashire
2020.11 - 2023.07
- Handled hazardous waste disposal, contributing to safe environments.
- Used eco-friendly products to support hospital's environmental commitment.
- Promoted staff wellness with regular sanitisation of common areas.
- Applied correct cleaning techniques to protect sensitive medical equipment.
- Cleaned public areas for creating a fresh atmosphere for visitors.
- Ensured clean environment by properly disposing of waste.
- Sterilised medical equipment for preventing the spread of germs.
- Adhered to safety protocols to reduce accidents in wet areas.
- Prevented spread of Covid-19 infections by cleaning and disinfecting equipment in accordance with WHO guidelines.
- Checked correct functioning of cleaning and PPE equipment.
- Maintained clean and orderly working environment.
- Completed daily hygiene documentation to record completed work.
- Handled and stored cleaning chemicals and equipment following safe procedures.
- Reported signs of damage by following set procedure.
- Reported complaints and incidents following proper procedure.
- Wiped down equipment after use to eliminate potential residues.
- Prepared, handled and disposed of cleaning chemicals and disinfectants following safety procedures.
- Kept floors clean with regular sweeping, vacuuming and mopping.
- Polished glass, mirrors and metal items to attractive shine.
Domiciliary care assistant
Care Choice North West
Wigan, Lancashire
2022.11 - 2023.02
- Demonstrated respect towards cultural diversity amongst clientele through sensitive approach.
- Implemented personalised care plans, delivering bespoke service tailored to individual needs.
- Enhanced quality of life with engaging in meaningful conversations and activities.
- Upheld high levels of confidentiality in line with data protection regulations.
- Prepared nutritious meals for improved client health.
- Ensured comfort for patients, demonstrating empathy and understanding.
- Liaised closely with multi-disciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes.
- Kept detailed records of care delivered during each visit, maintaining transparency for family members and other healthcare professionals.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing companionship and emotional support.
- Conducted risk assessments in each home environment, prioritising safety for all clients.
- Assisted with mobility exercises, promoting independence for clients.
- Managed medication schedules to ensure correct dosage at appropriate times.
- Monitored progress of clients, reporting any changes in condition swiftly to healthcare team.
- Delivered exceptional care to elderly clients by assisting them with personal hygiene tasks.
- Maintained clean living environments for optimal health standards.
- Assisted in daily personal care routines for improved patient wellbeing.
- Operated hoists to move clients in and out of bed.
- Cooked meals to meet diverse dietary requirements.
- Delivered toileting support for clients with mobility issues.
- Prevented accidents and falls by ensuring cleanliness and tidiness of service user homes.
- Submitted reports to manager regarding client condition updates.
- Offered compassionate physical and emotional support to patients, enhancing overall health and wellbeing.
- Optimised user outcomes by ensuring care delivery was in line with care plans and individual wishes.
- Hoovered and tidied rooms with keen eye for detail.
- Maintained wheelchairs, walking frames, and hearing aids.
- Shared hobbies and interests to build rapport with clients.
- Picked up client shopping and prescriptions.
- Completed laundry, ironing and dry cleaning.
- Maintained client dignity and respect throughout dressing, showering and toileting.
- Maintained client dignity and respect throughout personal care support, including dressing, showering and toileting.
- Ensured clients were correctly taking prescribed medications, maintaining optimal health.
- Assisted clients with daily household cleaning, laundry and food preparation.
- Aided clients with bedtime routines, washing and dressing.
- Guaranteed continuity of service by maintaining individual service user records
- Used manual handling techniques and lifting aids to position clients in safe, comfortable postures.
- Involved clients in decision-making to promote independence.
- Fed clients with severe limitations and assisted more mobile clients with self-feeding.
- Answered questions from clients, family members, and other carers.
- Partnered with supervisors and social services team to help coordinate quality care.
- Planned client meal plans, shopped for ingredients and cooked meals.
Carer assistant
Minster Care Group
Wigan, Lancashire
2021.01 - 2021.04
- Respected privacy of the residents whilst providing care.
- Administered medication as prescribed, ensuring optimal health.
- Promoted independence for disabled individuals through assistance with daily tasks.
- Provided care for elderly patients, promoting their dignity and respect.
- Maintained cleanliness of living areas, resulting in a safe environment.
- Followed infection control policies strictly to minimise risks.
- Safely lifted, transferred and repositioned service users using hoists and wheelchairs.
- Prioritised person-centred care to maximise independence for clients with dementia and limited mobility.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on latest care practices by attending regular meetings and training opportunities.
- Prepared healthy meals with additional mealtime planning, feeding and support.
- Minimised care continuity issues by keeping thorough, accurate records.
- Adapted to service users' needs and requests to maintain personalised care.
- Successfully positioned, lifted and moved patients from bed into wheelchairs, applying safe handling techniques.
- Observed patient condition and behaviour closely, reporting changes or concerns promptly.
- Maintained hygiene standards, cleaning and clearing patient rooms according to ward protocol.
- Ensured optimal hydration, monitoring and recording patients' fluid intake and output in fluid balance charts.
- Improved patients' quality of living, engaging in fulfilling and meaningful activities to encourage community access.
- Delivered personal care focused on individual needs, preserving patient dignity and self-esteem.
- Positioned, lifted and transported patients with limited mobility.
- Kept patient environments clean and neat following optimum hygiene standards.
- Prepared nutritionally-balanced meals and assisted with feeding to guarantee wellbeing of individuals under care.
- Charted daily observations, mobility activity and eating percentages to aid continued client assessment.
- Optimised patient satisfaction through compassionate, considered care and communication.
- Maintained confidentiality and compliance standards for optimised patient care.
- Accompanied client to medical or dental appointments, grocery and errands.
- Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - Health and Social Care
Wigan and Leigh College
Wigan 2018.09 - 2019.07
Certificate of Higher Education - Childcare
Wigan and Leigh College
Wigan 2019.09 - 2020.07
Certificate of Higher Education - Health and Social Care level 2
West Lancashire College
Skelmersdale, Lancashire 2021.09 - 2022.07
Certificate of Higher Education - Health and Social Care level 3
West Lancashire College
Skelmersdale, Lancashire 2022.09 - 2023.07
Skills
- Confidentiality assurance
- Communication with families
- Positive outlook
- Managing stressful situations
- Providing emotional support
- Patient safety protocols
- Knowledge of anatomy
- Compassionate attitude
- Vital signs measurement
- Ethical understanding
- Electronic health records
- Patient care
- First Aid
- Basic life support
- Mobility support
- Personal care assistance
- Dementia awareness
- End Of Life Care
- Care planning
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Emergency First Aid
- Patient confidentiality
- Mobility management
- Mobility assistance
- Sample examinations
- Vital sign monitoring
- Infection Control
- Blood and tissue sampling
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Sterilisation techniques
- Dietary management
- Injury and illness examinations
- Trolley preparation
- Urine testing
- Medical team collaboration
- Patient health checks
- Personal care
- Blood pressure monitoring
- Continence management
- Professional bedside manner
- Basic Life Support Certification
- Healthcare support
Timeline
Auxiliary nurse
NHS Foundation Trust
2023.05 - Current
Domiciliary care assistant
Care Choice North West
2022.11 - 2023.02
Certificate of Higher Education - Health and Social Care level 3
West Lancashire College
2022.09 - 2023.07
Certificate of Higher Education - Health and Social Care level 2
West Lancashire College
2021.09 - 2022.07
Carer assistant
Minster Care Group
2021.01 - 2021.04
Hospital cleaner
NHS Foundation Trust
2020.11 - 2023.07
Certificate of Higher Education - Childcare
Wigan and Leigh College
2019.09 - 2020.07
Certificate of Higher Education - Health and Social Care
Wigan and Leigh College
2018.09 - 2019.07