Donna Bridges
Huntingdon,Cambs
Summary
I give mobility support and transportation to encourage independence. Skilled in coordinating appointments and managing household tasks. Support Worker (Adults with disabilities in supported living) with comprehensive experience in supported living environments. Build rapport with empathy and compassion. Strong medication administration and clinical observation skills. High-energy team player motivated to apply strong interpersonal skills to service users . Address challenges with sound judgment and strong critical thinking skills. Offers compassion and care to promote overall wellness. I also always assume that the sus have capacity and have choices at all times . . I feel that I work proactively and in a professional manor, and work within CQC regulations and all ccc policies and procedures .
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Acting up senior support worker
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Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire
08.2023 - Current
- Provided compassionate patient care and communication, upholding high standards of health, hygiene and dignity at all times.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary health teams to maximise opportunities for therapeutic care.
- Maintained safe, secure environments for service users, providing protection from possible harm or risk.
- Communicated updated changes to safeguarding standards and legislation with wider team for continued compliance.
- Handled new employee inductions, offering ongoing training and support for optimum care of staff and service users.
- Monitored standards of care, providing relevant training and mentoring to ensure consistently high-quality services.
- Supported service users in daily routines and activities, encouraging progress in self care and rehabilitation.
- Cooked healthy meals to uplift clients and meet dietary requirements.
- Developed and implemented cohesive care plans for patients according to individual needs.
- Administered medication to safeguard health and wellbeing.
- Liaised with family members to organise activities and deliver updates on client progress.
- Assisted patients with daily personal, hygiene and incontinence care.
- Adopted person-centred approach in all aspects of care-giving.
- Empowered service users to remain as independent as possible and retain sense of identity.
- Monitored and evaluated patients' health, wellbeing and progress to mitigate potential health risks.
- Supervised patients during outings and physical activities, promoting dignity and independence.
- Transported clients to appointments using hoists and mobility aids.
- Worked collaboratively with other support workers to maintain holistic care for clients.
- Promoted community engagement and sense of belonging.
Support Worker
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Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire
04.2020 - 08.2023
- Assisted with personal care activities such as washing and dressing, consistently promoting positive health and hygiene.
- Led group activity programmes to support independence and encourage community inclusion.
- Monitored individuals' progress, continuously updating and adjusting care plans to meet health and wellbeing needs.
- Applied mobility assistance knowledge to safely ambulate patients in varying elevations and obstacles.
- Planned, prepared and served meals for 6 clients, strictly following prescribed dietary orders.
- Monitored and documented client behaviours, activities and development, aiding appropriate care plan management.
- Administered medication with rigorous planning and recordkeeping.
- Built strong patient relationships through compassionate care and friendly rapport building.
- Improved health outcomes by delivering consistent care in collaboration with nursing team.
- Continuously promoted best practices in health, safety and security to safeguard service user welfare.
- Used excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage and interact with individuals in need.
- Provided physical and emotional support, employing compassionate care to help individuals achieve their full potential.
- Reported on service user progress to senior staff, addressing concerns and suggesting appropriate action.
- Promoted personal wellbeing and independence, building service user confidence through social and community interaction.
- Empowered individuals to pursue hobbies and leisure activities such as shopping and creative activities.
- Delivered high-quality care to individuals with varying needs, tailoring support to meet personalised care plans.
Kitchen Assistant
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Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire
04.2014 - 02.2020
- Cooperated well with kitchen teams, improving workflow and raising working standards.
- Carried out regular rubbish removal, mopping and sweeping, maintaining clean kitchen environments throughout service shifts.
- Washed cutlery and crockery using industrial dishwashers and manual methods for pristine finish.
- Thoroughly cleaned kitchen utensils, cookware, glassware and serving dishes, maintaining faultless hygiene and presentation standards.
- Utilised storage effectively to keep kitchen equipment and supplies safely and clearly organised.
- Used kitchen equipment as instructed and to safety protocols.
- Operated storage temperature controls, keeping stored ingredients fresh.
- Observed health and hygiene standards to minimise food contamination.
- Helped chefs with requisitioning stock within budget requirements.
- Rotated stock to keep ingredients fresh.
Cleaner
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Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire
03.2010 - 08.2014
- Kept cleaning equipment to optimal standards to reduce cleaning inefficiencies.
- Ensured proper, compliant handling of cleaning equipment, chemicals and materials, upholding excellent safety records.
- Reported breakages to supervisor.
- Followed health and safety guidelines to properly dispose of waste and toxic materials.
- Safely stored cleaning solutions, equipment and chemicals.
- Correctly used colour-coded equipment.
- Restocked, refreshed and sanitised bathroom facilities.
- Scrubbed and sanitised toilets, sinks and kitchen fixtures for high quality finish.
- Used vacuum cleaners and associated accessories to clean various floor surfaces to customer specifications.
Midday Supervisor
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Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire
01.2007 - 03.2014
- Supported staff members on duty with tailored assistance for SEND pupils.
- Maintained high levels of cleanliness by promptly clearing up spillages, wiping down tables and enforcing no litter policy.
- Encouraged good table manners, positive pupil interaction and outdoor play.
- Supervised playtimes of up to 120 children across the outdoor playgrounds.
- Strictly followed safeguarding procedures and handled confidential information with discretion.
- Cultivated inclusive and safe spaces for students to spend free time and be themselves.
- Supported students at lunchtimes by encouraging healthy nutrition and positive behaviour.
- Resolved disputes by mediating discussions between pupils.
- Followed safeguarding principles to identify and support distressed and vulnerable students.
- Administered first aid for minor injuries, reporting accidents and near-misses appropriately.
- Reduced anxiety for younger and SEND pupils by employing clear communication and calming strategies.
- Enforced school's zero tolerance policy on bullying to reprimand harmful behaviour.
Education
Nosne taken -
St Peters school
Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire 09.1993 - 06.1998
Skills
- Person-centred care
- Team management
- Staff supervision
- Challenging behaviour management
- Personal care support
- Care planning
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Meals assistance
- Medication assistance
- Rehabilitation assessments
- Record management
- First aid expertise
Languages
English
Fluent
Timeline
Acting up senior support worker
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08.2023 - Current
Support Worker
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04.2020 - 08.2023
Kitchen Assistant
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04.2014 - 02.2020
Cleaner
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03.2010 - 08.2014
Midday Supervisor
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01.2007 - 03.2014
Nosne taken -
St Peters school
09.1993 - 06.1998
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