Ian Brennan
Wallsend,North Tyneside
Summary
Experienced Care Assistant knowledgeable about safe patient ambulation, personal grooming assistance and housekeeping. Remains current on relevant medical conditions and working with qualified healthcare staff to maximize care. Devoted to patient physical comfort and emotional support.
Dependable employee establishes rapport and trust with patients and helps complete daily living tasks to enhance quality of life. Driven to prioritize individual needs with attention to important details. Valued as accommodating, kind-hearted team player dedicated to expanding knowledge and responsibilities.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Care Assistant
Tirsal Limited - Bowland Lodge
Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne
07.2016 - Current
- Charted daily observations, mobility activity and eating percentages to aid continued client assessment.
- Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
- Maintained high levels of client satisfaction by providing tailored, personalised care that consistently met individual needs.
- Used outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with clients for exceptional satisfaction ratings.
- Optimised patient satisfaction through compassionate, considered care and communication.
- Monitored individual's physical and emotional wellbeing, promptly reporting changes and providing suggestions for care plan adjustments.
- Delivered high-quality care to clients with disabilities, achieving care plan objectives.
- Worked professionally with caregiving teams and hospital departments to maintain continuity of care.
- Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
- Completed documentation of care, hospital actions and patient activities for up-to-date client records.
- Maintained optimal safety standards throughout client home and care environments, prioritising risk-reduction, health and hygiene.
- Maintained confidentiality and compliance standards for optimised patient care.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on latest care practices by attending regular meetings and training opportunities.
- Minimised care continuity issues by keeping thorough, accurate records.
- Submitted reports to manager regarding status of client.
Care Assistant
S V P Healthcare Ltd
North Shields, North Tyneside
10.2013 - 06.2016
- Charted daily observations, mobility activity and eating percentages to aid continued client assessment.
- Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
- Maintained high levels of client satisfaction by providing tailored, personalised care that consistently met individual needs.
- Used outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with clients for exceptional satisfaction ratings.
- Optimised patient satisfaction through compassionate, considered care and communication.
- Monitored individual's physical and emotional wellbeing, promptly reporting changes and providing suggestions for care plan adjustments.
- Delivered high-quality care to clients with disabilities, achieving care plan objectives.
- Worked professionally with caregiving teams and hospital departments to maintain continuity of care.
- Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
- Completed documentation of care, hospital actions and patient activities for up-to-date client records.
- Maintained optimal safety standards throughout client home and care environments, prioritising risk-reduction, health and hygiene.
- Maintained confidentiality and compliance standards for optimised patient care.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on latest care practices by attending regular meetings and training opportunities.
- Minimised care continuity issues by keeping thorough, accurate records.
- Submitted reports to manager regarding status of client.
Care Assistant
Crown Care
Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne
07.2011 - 09.2013
- Charted daily observations, mobility activity and eating percentages to aid continued client assessment.
- Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
- Maintained high levels of client satisfaction by providing tailored, personalised care that consistently met individual needs.
- Used outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with clients for exceptional satisfaction ratings.
- Optimised patient satisfaction through compassionate, considered care and communication.
- Monitored individual's physical and emotional wellbeing, promptly reporting changes and providing suggestions for care plan adjustments.
- Worked professionally with caregiving teams and hospital departments to maintain continuity of care.
- Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
- Completed documentation of care, hospital actions and patient activities for up-to-date client records.
- Maintained optimal safety standards throughout client home and care environments, prioritising risk-reduction, health and hygiene.
- Maintained confidentiality and compliance standards for optimised patient care.
- Minimised care continuity issues by keeping thorough, accurate records.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on latest care practices by attending regular meetings and training opportunities.
- Submitted reports to manager regarding status of client.
- Organised activities and exercises to promote physical and mental well-being.
- Accompanied client to medical or dental appointments, grocery and errands.
- Monitored client health conditions and reported immediate issues to manager.
- Kept patient environments clean and neat following optimum hygiene standards.
- Provided high-quality person-centred support and received consistently positive patient feedback.
- Updated families regularly on patient progress and treatment plan changes.
- Successfully positioned, lifted and moved patients from bed into wheelchairs, applying safe handling techniques.
- Ensured optimal hydration, monitoring and recording patients' fluid intake and output in fluid balance charts.
- Prioritised patient welfare, providing comfort, reassurance and support to reduce anxiety and distress.
- Provided attentive first-hand care, comfort and safety to patients.
Cleaner
Newcastle City Council
Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne
02.2001 - 03.2004
- Followed health and safety guidelines to properly dispose of waste and toxic materials.
- Communicated well with team across multiple locations.
- Correctly used colour-coded equipment.
- Reported breakages to supervisor.
- Kept cleaning equipment to optimal standards to reduce cleaning inefficiencies.
- Safely stored cleaning solutions, equipment and chemicals.
- 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.
- Emptied and cleaned trash cans following procedures.
- Monitored cleaning supplies and ordered more when necessary.
- Spot cleaned and sanitised high-touch areas.
Cleaner
North Tyneside Council
Newcastle upon Tyne, North Tyneside
05.1999 - 03.2003
- Followed health and safety guidelines to properly dispose of waste and toxic materials.
- Communicated well with team across multiple locations.
- Restocked, refreshed and sanitised bathroom facilities.
- Correctly used colour-coded equipment.
- Ensured proper, compliant handling of cleaning equipment, chemicals and materials, upholding excellent safety records.
- Reported breakages to supervisor.
- Kept cleaning equipment to optimal standards to reduce cleaning inefficiencies.
- Safely stored cleaning solutions, equipment and chemicals.
- 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.
- Emptied and cleaned trash cans following procedures.
- Monitored cleaning supplies and ordered more when necessary.
- Spot cleaned and sanitised high-touch areas.
Labourer
A and P Tyne Ltd
North Shields, North Tyneside
01.1997 - 04.1999
- Assisted project progress by providing reliable labouring support to various site teams.
- Enthusiastically picked up various labouring and construction tasks across site to aid team success.
- Transported goods and materials safely and securely to prevent damage and loss.
- Maintained clean, safe working environments in line with site regulations, eliminating risks and accidents.
- Adhered to site health and safety guidelines, maintaining safe, secure working environments.
- Safely and responsibly transported construction supplies to relevant locations, aiding effective, efficient labouring operations.
- Managed day-to-day labour duties including heavy lifting, goods transportation and site maintenance.
- Complied with health and safety regulations during operation of equipment.
- Utilised proper protective headgear, safety glasses and clothing during construction.
- Removed hazardous materials to maintain health and safety measures.
Press Operator
Vickers Pressings
Newcastle upon Tyne, North Tyneside
12.1992 - 12.1992
- Kept presses and work areas clean and tidy to limit workplace risk.
- Used press and punch press machines to achieve goods to manufacturing specifications.
- Inspected materials to check cut, shape and finish met quality standards.
- Folded and manipulated sheet metal using bend allowances for accurate, reliable materials preparation.
- Measured and prepared materials accurately for quality production and reduced waste.
- Fabricated parts to customer requirements by accurately reading technical drawings.
- Loaded machines with correct quantities and sizes of sheet metal according to job specifications.
- Stacked products safely and securely to maintain quality and condition ahead of despatch.
- Wore approved Personal Protective Equipment to maintain safe factory floor environments.
- Worked flexibly to cover different tasks and shifts for well-maintained factory productivity.
Security Guard
Centurion Security Ltd
Wallsend, North Tyneside
09.1988 - 03.1992
- Established effective access control systems, logging staff and visitor movement for accurate site records.
- Handled day-to-day and emergency incidents with a calm, professional demeanour, enabling positive outcomes.
- Provided friendly, courteous and efficient front-desk assistance, earning consistently positive customer feedback.
- Deterred criminal activity, vandalism and general misconduct by providing highly visible security presence and patrols.
- Responded to alarms and investigated disturbances, contacting local law enforcement personnel in escalating situations.
- Responded immediately to emergency situations, remaining professional, calm and effective under pressure.
- Triaged problems quickly, providing precise and clear information to enable prompt security support.
- Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings, patrolling property and monitoring CCTV cameras.
Machine Operator
British Ropes
Wallsend, North Tyneside
03.1986 - 08.1988
- Set up and operated machine tools to produce precision parts within allotted timeframes.
- Kept machinery well-maintained in line with safety regulations.
- Controlled factory equipment to exceed daily production targets.
- Feed raw materials into semi-automated machines and assisted in assembly line.
- Operated tools to provide assistance in manufacturing process.
Machine Operator
W D and H O Wills Limited
Wallsend, North Tyneside
10.1976 - 02.1986
- Feed raw materials into semi-automated machines and assisted in assembly line.
- Operated tools to provide assistance in manufacturing process.
- Sanitised machinery and maintained organised work area to support cleanliness.
- Controlled settings to monitor progress and development of machines.
Education
GCSEs -
St Anslems High School
North Shields, North Tyneside 09.1971 - 07.1976
NVQ Level 2 - Mental Health
Magpie Training
Newcastle upon TyneNVQ Level 2 - Social Care
Newcastle City Council
Newcastle upon TyneSkills
- Personal care
- Care plan management
- Social care
- Documentation development
- Elderly care
- Activities of Daily Living
- Safeguarding knowledge
- Housekeeping
- Specimen collection
- Patient risk assessment
- Pressure area care
- Patient observations
- Clinical waste disposal
- Patient handling and positioning
Languages
English
Beginner
Timeline
Care Assistant
Tirsal Limited - Bowland Lodge
07.2016 - Current
Care Assistant
S V P Healthcare Ltd
10.2013 - 06.2016
Care Assistant
Crown Care
07.2011 - 09.2013
Cleaner
Newcastle City Council
02.2001 - 03.2004
Cleaner
North Tyneside Council
05.1999 - 03.2003
Labourer
A and P Tyne Ltd
01.1997 - 04.1999
Press Operator
Vickers Pressings
12.1992 - 12.1992
Security Guard
Centurion Security Ltd
09.1988 - 03.1992
Machine Operator
British Ropes
03.1986 - 08.1988
Machine Operator
W D and H O Wills Limited
10.1976 - 02.1986
GCSEs -
St Anslems High School
09.1971 - 07.1976
NVQ Level 2 - Mental Health
Magpie Training
NVQ Level 2 - Social Care
Newcastle City Council
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