Deborah Hamilton
Cambs
Summary
I am a aring individual with strong motivation to deliver exceptional patient care and assistance. Committed to going extra mile to assist needs of patients. Flexible with in-home and hospital setting.
I am a confident, compassionate, bubbly and non judgemental person, with knack for building strong relationships with clients and families. Skilled in providing personalised care, ensuring comfort and dignity. Known for improving client well-being and fostering positive environment. I have strong communication, empathy, and time management skills. Knowledgeable about supporting individuals with daily activities and fostering caring environment. Ready to use and develop compassion, teamwork, and adaptability in a care home setting role.
I have understaken all training required for my role as a carer and look to further my skills where nessesary. I am hard working and willing to undertake challenges with come with my role. I am well able to deal with stressful situations within my roles.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Domiciliary care assistant
Corder care
Wisbech, Cambs
2024.03 - Current
- Maintained clean living environments for optimal health standards.
- Monitored progress of clients, reporting any changes in condition swiftly to healthcare team.
- Conducted risk assessments in each home environment, prioritising safety for all clients.
- Assisted with mobility exercises, promoting independence for clients.
- Prepared nutritious meals for improved client health.
- Demonstrated respect towards cultural diversity amongst clientele through sensitive approach.
- Kept detailed records of care delivered during each visit, maintaining transparency for family members and other healthcare professionals.
- Managed medication schedules to ensure correct dosage at appropriate times.
- Implemented personalised care plans, delivering bespoke service tailored to individual needs.
- Worked flexibly to adapt to changing needs of diverse clientele.
- Ensured comfort for patients, demonstrating empathy and understanding.
- Liaised closely with multi-disciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes.
- Utilised effective communication skills whilst working closely with vulnerable individuals.
- Enhanced quality of life with engaging in meaningful conversations and activities.
- Upheld high levels of confidentiality in line with data protection regulations.
- Delivered exceptional care to elderly clients by assisting them with personal hygiene tasks.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing companionship and emotional support.
- 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.
- Hoovered and tidied rooms with keen eye for detail.
- Shared hobbies and interests to build rapport with clients.
- Closely monitored patient conditions, minimising need for additional medical attention
- Improved social health by promoting participation in hobbies and social interests.
- Maintained client dignity and respect throughout dressing, showering and toileting.
- Created positive relationships with clients through practical support and companionship, improving overall quality of life.
- Ensured clients were correctly taking prescribed medications, maintaining optimal health.
- Assisted clients with daily household cleaning, laundry and food preparation.
- Adapted care activities in response to clients' mood, energy levels, and preferences.
- Answered questions from clients, family members, and other carers.
- Helped clients to carry out instructions recommended by health professionals.
- Kept detailed records of care activities, condition changes and treatment responses.
- Fed clients with severe limitations and assisted more mobile clients with self-feeding.
- Nurtured trusted rapport with clients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Involved clients in decision-making to promote independence.
- Changed bed linens, washed clothes and cleaned living quarters to maintain healthy personal environments.
- Used manual handling techniques and lifting aids to position clients in safe, comfortable postures.
- Guaranteed continuity of service by maintaining individual service user records in [Software].
- Maintained excellent physical fitness levels to safely, securely lift and manoeuvre patients.
- Show professional, compassionate, non judge mental attitude at all times
- Maintain a bubbly personality and a good sense of humor towards clients and work colleagues.
Domiciliary care worker
Nobilis
Wisbech, Cambs
2022.02 - 2024.03
- Fostered a comfortable environment for clients by promoting independence and dignity whilst performing daily duties.
- Developed strong rapport with clients by delivering compassionate care tailored to individual needs.
- Completed accurate documentation detailing each client's progress towards their individual recovery goals regularly.
- Handled end-of-life care including palliative support offering comfort during difficult times.
- Maintained exceptional standards of patient care by administering medication, preparing meals and aiding with personal hygiene tasks.
- Organised regular feedback sessions with family members updating them on progress made thereby building trust and confidence in service provided.
- Handled sensitive information confidentially respecting the privacy rights of every client under my care.
- Managed household chores to maintain cleanliness and organisation for the benefit of clients' physical wellbeing.
- Demonstrated high level adaptability whilst responding quickly to emergency situations ensuring immediate attention was given where needed.
- Delivered personalised care plans to improve quality of life for patients suffering from chronic illnesses or disabilities.
- Coordinated effectively with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care delivery at all times.
- Assisted in daily personal care routines for improved patient wellbeing.
- Administered medication and kept comprehensive records.
- Cooked meals to meet diverse dietary requirements.
Teaching assisdant
Keys Begdale school
Wisbech, Cambs
2022.02 - 2024.02
- Assisted in conducting assessments to determine student understanding of subjects.
- Prepared classroom materials to facilitate efficient lessons.
- Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips providing safe, supportive environment.
- Supported students who suffered from low self esteem, confidence and behavioral issues.
Early help family worker
Cambridgeshire CC
March, Cambs
2008.02 - 2022.02
- Maintained detailed case notes, ensuring comprehensive documentation of each family's progress.
- Provided emotional support and counselling services, enhancing mental health outcomes.
- Delivered training sessions for parents, enhancing their skills and confidence in managing child behaviour.
- Improved family dynamics by providing practical advice on parenting strategies.
- Conducted home visits to offer one-on-one support to families in need.
- Facilitated group sessions for families, promoting mutual learning and community support.
- Assessed needs of families to formulate personalised support plans.
- Coordinated multi-agency meetings to discuss progress and update family support plans.
- Liaised with external agencies to provide holistic support to families.
- Undertook risk assessments, thus ensuring safety of all involved parties.
- Consulted regularly with schools to monitor children's progress academically and socially.
- Implemented early intervention strategies for prevention of family breakdowns.
- Advocated for families' rights in dealing with social services or educational institutions.
- Ensured safeguarding policies were adhered to whilst working closely with vulnerable individuals.
- Managed challenging situations within the household through effective conflict resolution techniques.
- Empowered individuals to lead normal, healthy lives by delivering professional and emotional care.
- Engaged with children and families using creative strategies and professional approach.
- Worked in multidisciplinary teams to prevent issues escalating and reducing need for statutory intervention.
- Remained calm and poised in difficult, stressful or escalating situations, helping to comfort individuals.
- Supported and advised parents regarding various issues and signposted additional services.
- Maintained accurate chronological records of work with families using software.
- Reported child abuse in accordance with legal standards of mandatory reporters.
- Evaluated needs through common assessment framework, prescribed screening tools and models of engagement.
- Increased youth participation in pro-social activities through collaboration with therapist assistants and community resources.
- Met with youngsters for consultations, determining appropriate services and education tailored to individual needs.
- Helped service users to gain ability to function independently in society.
- Listened to clients' current struggles to signpost relevant support.
- Assessed clients and documented information for records and analysis.
- Recruited clients for programmes based on their needs.
- Ran community programmes to limit further client intervention and follow-up care.
Education
Gereral Education
Duston Upper School
NorthamptonNVQ Level 3 -
Cambridgeshire CC NOCN
2009.02 - 2009.12
NVQ Level 4 - Working with children, young people and families
Open university
2019-01
Skills
- Dementia care training
- Personal hygiene maintained
- Respectful communication
- Dependability and reliability
- Stroke patient assistance
- Incontinence care
- Knowledge in manual handling
- Client-Centred approach
- Palliative care knowledge
- Respect for privacy
- Palliative care experience
- Elderly nutrition knowledge
- Household tasks management
- Assertive decision making
- Basic life support
- Housekeeping
- Personal care
- Medication Administration
- Meal preparation
- Confidentiality understanding
- Mental health client assistance
- Empathetic listening
- Accident prevention strategies
- Full UK driving license
- Patient advocacy
- Wound Care
- Incident and accident reporting
- Light housework
- Infection Control
- Person-centred planning
- Compassionate care
- Mental health awareness
- First Aid trained
- Dietary needs awareness
- Patient safeguarding
- Dementia care
- Motivational techniques
- CPR certification
- Health and Safety regulations
- Infection control protocol
- Sanitisation procedures
- Hoisting equipment operation
Certification
I have completed all relivent training, to do with Domiciliary care through social care TV web site. All Up to date
I have undertaken medication training and administer medication in my current role with Corder and Nobilis
I am a kind compassionate person, who remains professional at all times with a can do attitude to my
I have a good sense of humor and enjoy my work, making a difference to people's lives.
I love to cook and horses. I also love my dogs
Timeline
Domiciliary care assistant
Corder care
2024.03 - Current
Domiciliary care worker
Nobilis
2022.02 - 2024.03
Teaching assisdant
Keys Begdale school
2022.02 - 2024.02
NVQ Level 3 -
Cambridgeshire CC NOCN
2009.02 - 2009.12
Early help family worker
Cambridgeshire CC
2008.02 - 2022.02
Gereral Education
Duston Upper School
NVQ Level 4 - Working with children, young people and families
Open university