Darshan Patel
Care Assistant
South Molton
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate carer with 3 years of experience at Eastleigh Care Homes in South Molton, UK. Proven ability to provide high-quality care to elderly residents, including assisting with daily living activities and emotional support. Committed to enhancing the well-being and comfort of individuals under my care. Conscientious Healthcare Assistant providing compassionate care and support to residents. Improves patient quality of life while promoting optimum wellbeing and comfort. First Aid and CPR trained.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Health Care Assistant
Eastleigh Care Homes
South Molton
10.2021 - Current
- Supported clinical staff to complete health assessments.
- Helped service users improve their independence, building strength and confidence to enhance daily living.
- Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
- Offer emotional support and companionship, creating a friendly and supportive environment for residents.
- Assist with housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and safe environment.
- Liaise with healthcare professionals to ensure residents' health needs are met.
- Maintain detailed care records and follow individual care plans for each resident.
- 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.
- Prioritised resident welfare, providing comfort, reassurance and support to reduce anxiety and distress.
Education
Diploma in Health and Social care Level 5 - Social Care
Executive Management Forum
London 04.2021 - 10.2021
Skills
Home care
Monitoring observations
Toileting and grooming
Elderly care
Compassionate care giver
Patient care
Documentation
Personal care
Safeguarding knowledge
Social care
Housekeeping
Infection prevention and control
End Of Life Care
Personal care assistance
Dementia awareness
Basic life support
Stoma care
Bedmaking
Vitals monitoring and recording
Accomplishments
Employee of the Month.
Fire in workplace - for outstanding teamwork and commitment.
Certification
Positive behavior support level 2
Timeline
Positive behavior support level 2
10-2024
Basic Life Support including Anaphylaxis
08-2024
Manual Handling Practical
11-2023
Demantia Awarenss Training Stage 1
07-2023
Basic Life Support
07-2022
First Aid including CPR Training
11-2021
Health Care Assistant
Eastleigh Care Homes
10.2021 - Current
Diploma in Health and Social care Level 5 - Social Care
Executive Management Forum
04.2021 - 10.2021