Elizabeth Wilkinson
stevenage,hertfordshire
Summary
Caring professional with experience in assisting clients with daily activities, personal care, and medication management. Compassionate approach to providing emotional support, maintaining client dignity, and ensuring safety. Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with healthcare teams.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CARE WORKER
HERTS AT HOME
HITCHIN, hertfordshire
04.2023 - Current
- Kept client information secure and confidential.
- Assisted patients with showering, cleaning and toileting duties as requested.
- Administered personal care and assisted with daily living activities to enhance client well-being.
- Closely monitored patient physical and mental health, reporting changes or concerns to managers immediately.
- Provided a friendly, compassionate and proactive approach throughout service.
- Maintained excellent patient satisfaction by proactively helping them with their needs, requirements and offering service with a smile.
- Conducted household tasks, including cleaning and laundry, to maintain a safe environment.
- Helped patients requiring assistance to consume drinks and food.
- Participated in training and development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge in care provision.
- Supported people with social and physical health with a proactive and helpful approach.
- Assisted clients with medication management, following prescriptions and doctors' instructions.
- Provided companionship, listening empathetically to concerns and engaging in meaningful conversation.
- Monitored and recorded patient conditions, providing updates to healthcare professionals.
- Used aids and personal equipment to promote service users' mobility.
- Administered fluid and solid medication to those requiring assistance.
- Visited and cared for service users within their own homes.
- Responded appropriately to safeguarding incidents and emergencies.
- Documented care activities accurately, ensuring records were up-to-date and compliant with regulations.
- Promoted independence, choice and privacy of residents at all times.
- Performed high-quality end of life care in residential setting.
Care Worker
STEVENAGE
stevenage, hertfordshire
05.2015 - 03.2023
- Assisted patients with showering, cleaning and toileting duties as requested.
- Administered personal care and assisted with daily living activities to enhance client well-being.
- Closely monitored patient physical and mental health, reporting changes or concerns to managers immediately.
- Maintained excellent patient satisfaction by proactively helping them with their needs, requirements and offering service with a smile.
- Conducted household tasks, including cleaning and laundry, to maintain a safe environment.
- Helped patients requiring assistance to consume drinks and food.
- Participated in training and development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge in care provision.
- Assisted clients with medication management, following prescriptions and doctors' instructions.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, building trust and facilitating smoother care delivery.
- Monitored and recorded patient conditions, providing updates to healthcare professionals.
- Used aids and personal equipment to promote service users' mobility.
- Managed challenging behaviour using approved techniques to ensure safety and respect.
Home Carer
MEARS CARE
stevenage, hertfordshire
09.2010 - 05.2015
- Completed activities of daily living for clients unable to manage personal hygiene.
- Kept living areas presentable, clean and hygienic with rigorous sanitising techniques.
- Delivered end-of-life care with compassion, ensuring comfort and dignity during final stages.
- Implemented care plans developed by healthcare professionals, adapting to clients' changing needs.
- Maintained detailed health records to report on progress or decline.
- Administered medications to clients unable to self-administer.
- Created specialised meals, drinks and snacks according to patient requirements and dietary needs.
- Provided support and guidance to families, offering practical advice on care techniques and coping strategies.
- Communicated clearly with clients living with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges.
- Maintained supply of healthy ingredients, snacks and meal options for clients.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations, applying first aid training and following emergency procedures.
Home Carer
CAREFORCE
stevenage, hertfordshire
05.2007 - 09.2010
- Assisted with daily hygiene requirements such as bathing, cleaning, showering and toileting.
- Prepared and cooked patient's food using ovens, fryers, microwaves and stoves.
- Conducted housekeeping tasks to keep living areas presentable, clean and hygienic.
- Kept spaces clean and organised, handling linens, clothes washing and basic housekeeping.
- Provided emotional support to clients through regular conversation and companionship.
- Provided personal care and support to elderly clients, promoting their independence and quality of life.
- Completed detailed daily care logs, documenting care provided and any significant observations.
- Supported high-care clients during mealtimes by offering feeding assistance.
- Developed strong rapport with clients and families, building trust and ensuring a positive care experience.
- Kept living areas presentable, clean and hygienic with rigorous sanitising techniques.
Skills
- Personal care
- Medication management
- Patient monitoring
- End-of-life care
Certification
- FULL UK licence
- NVQ2 certified
Timeline
CARE WORKER
HERTS AT HOME
04.2023 - Current
Care Worker
STEVENAGE
05.2015 - 03.2023
Home Carer
MEARS CARE
09.2010 - 05.2015
Home Carer
CAREFORCE
05.2007 - 09.2010