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Rebecca Ashton

Rebecca Ashton

Middleton

Summary

This strong candidate is a qualified Nursery Nurse with healthcare support experience. They’re knowledgeable about patient care, communication and maintaining a clean safe environment. They’re adept at building rapport with patients and colleagues, demonstrating empathy and reliability.

They’re ready to use and develop organisational interpersonal and caregiving skills in a Family Support/Nursery Nurse role. A solid team player with an outgoing positive demeanour, they’ve proven skills in establishing rapport with service users. Articulate and energetic with a passion for developing positive relationships, they’re also polite and professional with strong communication and multitasking skills.

Overview

2027
2027
years of professional experience

Work history

Neonatal Nursery Nurse

Pinderfields Hospital
Wakefield
1/7/24 - Current

• Provide high-quality care to newborn infants within the neonatal unit and transitional care, supporting both well and vulnerable babies.
• Support parents with all aspects of newborn care including feeding (breast, bottle and mixed feeding), bathing, safe sleeping and recognising infant cues.
• Monitor and record infant observations including temperature, respirations, feeding patterns and output, escalating concerns appropriately.
• Assist in the implementation of individualised care plans in partnership with the multidisciplinary team.
• Promote parent-infant bonding and attachment, offering emotional support to families during what can be a stressful and uncertain time.
• Deliver education and practical demonstrations to parents to build confidence and independence in caring for their baby.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in line with Trust policies and professional standards.
• Adhere to infection prevention and control measures to ensure a safe clinical environment.
• Recognise safeguarding concerns and act in accordance with local policies, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of infants and families.
• Work collaboratively with midwives, nurses, doctors and allied health professionals to provide holistic, family-centred care.
• Support the discharge process, ensuring parents feel confident and prepared to care for their baby at home.
• Manage workload effectively within a busy clinical environment, prioritising care and responding to changing needs.

Healthcare Support Worker

Leeds Community Healthcare Nhs Trust
Leeds, West Yorkshire
01/9/20 - 30/6/24
  • Performed set tasks according to individual patient care plans as assessed and delegated by Paediatricians, Staff Nurse and Senior Support Worker to ensure provision of cohesive, tailored care to children and families.
  • Observed and documented accurate recordings of patient observations including pulse, blood pressure, height and weights and reporting significant findings to Paediatricians.
  • Communicated information to patients, carers and other professionals involved in caring for the child effectively navigating barriers to understanding to ensure parents and patients understand information given.
  • Collected blood samples, selecting appropriate vacutainer tubes, syringes and needles for collection.
  • Built strong patient relationships through compassionate care and friendly rapport building.
  • Delivered high-quality care to individuals with varying needs, tailoring support to meet personalised care plans.
  • 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.
  • Provided physical and emotional support, employing compassionate care to help individuals achieve their full potential.
  • Used excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage and interact with individuals in need.

Audiology Assistant/School Screener

Leeds Community Healthcare Nhs Trust
Leeds, West Yorkshire
2018.01 - 2020.09
  • Operated diagnostic and therapeutic medical instruments to aid in medical assessment.
  • Maintained sensitivity at all times to support emotional needs of patients.
  • Operated diagnostic and therapeutic medical instruments to aid in medical assessment.
  • Communicated results of diagnostic tests to patients, relatives and carers, using appropriate communication.
  • Documented patient medical histories and treatments in patients NHS records.
  • Monitored office supplies inventory, promptly reordering low stock items to prevent workflow disruptions.
  • Updated patient records to maintain accurate and up-to-date files.
  • Continuously promoted best practices in health, safety and security to safeguard service user welfare.
  • Managed personal work diary booking in and attending schools to test pupils hearing.
  • Helped in educating patients on the use of their hearing aids increasing patient satisfaction levels.

Dental Receptionist

Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust
Wakefield, West Yorkshire
2017.05 - 2017.12
  • Maintained strict patient confidentiality, ensuring records were secure.
  • Accurately updated patient records using Kodak.
  • Scheduled and amended appointments for patients.
  • Warmly greeted patients on arrival.
  • Swiftly answered phone calls.
  • Collected and distributed incoming mail, employing strict confidentiality throughout.
  • Answered and helped resolve enquiries from clients, vendors and general public.
  • Delivered front of house duties with warm and professional manner.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive impression of the company.
  • Screened and verified visitor IDs, maintaining security of personnel and office environment.
  • Greeted incoming customers in a professional manner and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Updated client accounts and patient charts to maintain accurate and up-to-date files.
  • Monitored office supplies inventory, promptly reordering low stock items to prevent workflow disruptions.
  • Reorganised filing system to reduce file location times.

Support Worker School Nursing

Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust
Wakefield, West yorkshire
2008.09 - 2017.05
  • Assisted with Health Promotion consistently promoting positive health and hygiene.
  • Attending Schools and measuring and weighing children in accordance to NCMP guidelines.
  • Testing eyes and ears on Reception Children and referring onto appropriate services.
  • Ensured continuity of service by maintaining accurate, legible and contemporaneous client records in System1.
  • Completed holistic assessments, alongside School nurses, meeting face-to-face with families to identify their difficulties in meeting their Child's needs.
  • Prevented childhood obesity by encouraging healthy nutrition conversations, focusing on behaviour change techniques.
  • Delegated responsibilities to facilitate efficiency and maintain first-class patient care.
  • Contributed to holistic planning, delivery and evaluation of high-quality patient care.
  • Completed patient visits daily to offer trusted care in various School settings.
  • Liaised with multidisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate cohesive care for patients.
  • Developed trusted rapport with patients and family members through open communication.

Level 3 Nursery Nurse

Leeds City Council
Leeds, West Yorkshire
2004.04 - 2008.08
  • Built positive partnership with parents.
  • Observed, planned and evaluated child development to EYFS learning standards.
  • Supported inspiring and ambitious practices.
  • Developed engaging, play-based educational activity for children aged 3 months to 4 years.
  • Facilitated progress tracking by maintaining accurate children's records, using formative and summative assessments.
  • Optimised speech development, communicating information to children through play.
  • Prioritised safety and wellbeing of children by monitoring safety, cleanliness and manners at all times.
  • Promoted inclusion and acceptance of children with special needs by making activities accessible for all.
  • Maintained care continuity through key worker child support.
  • Created stimulating nursery displays for improved learning engagement.
  • Participated in induction and settling in of new children.
  • Developed and maintained strong partnerships with parents and carers to facilitate day-to-day caring and early learning needs.
  • Taught to curricular requirements of Early Years Foundation Stage Framework.
  • Devised learning-through-play activities to improve cognitive development.
  • Trained and supported nursery assistants, and assisted senior team members with duties.
  • Escalated safeguarding concerns promptly to maintain child safety.
  • Recorded children's milestones and achievements for accurate progress reporting.
  • Helped children with personal hygiene, changing babies and assisting toddlers with toilet training.
  • Escorted and supervised children on any educational visits.
  • Cleaned and kept rooms and play areas tidy for reduced accident risks.
  • Kept confidential any information regarding children, members of staff and administration acquired as part of job.
  • Met curriculum requirements by delivering age-appropriate teachings.
  • Supported children's learning development through reading, writing and numeracy work.
  • Monitored children's food and drink consumption, feeding younger children and helping older children during mealtimes.

Nursery Nurse

Little Learners Private Day Nursery
Wetherby, Leeds
2001.09 - 2004.04
  • Followed nursery guidelines to address negative behaviours.
  • Safeguarded and protected welfare of young children.
  • Closely monitored child wellbeing, regularly updating parents to assure continued safety and security.
  • Regularly utilised multi-tasking expertise to ensure multiple children's needs were effectively met.
  • Supervised indoor and outdoor play, providing first aid as necessary.
  • Supported children to identify and manage their feelings and behaviours.
  • Provided kind, encouraging environments for children to learn and explore, aiding educational and social development.
  • Facilitated Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) learning and play.
  • Planned and led engaging activities for small groups of young children.
  • Wrote up regular activity and observations reports, monitoring children's progress and development.
  • Established and maintained positive relationships with parents, carers and nursery staff.
  • Smoothened children's transition into nursery by organising and conducting induction meetings.
  • Promoted inclusion and acceptance of children with special needs by making activities accessible for all.
  • Assisted with preparation, maintenance and control of stocks of materials and resources.
  • Created stimulating nursery displays for improved learning engagement.
  • Recorded children's milestones and achievements for accurate progress reporting.
  • Created a inclusive learning environment by constantly promoting best practices in SEN teaching.
  • Designed individual learning plans, helping 1 child with Developmental Delay achieve their learning goals.
  • Maintained care continuity through key worker child support.

Nursery Assistant

Trinity All Saints University
Horsforth, Leeds
1997.04 - 2001.04

Thoroughly cleaned and disinfected play areas to control health risks.

  • Monitored interactions within group settings, encouraging sharing and cooperation to facilitate positive socialisation.
  • Prepared nutritious meals and snacks, carefully adhering to individual dietary requirements and portioning standards.
  • Supported children's development with learning-through-play activities, aiding social, emotional and educational growth.
  • Supervised daily activities, lunch break and rest time to monitor schedule.
  • Communicated daily observations with guardians, maintaining detailed development records.
  • Fed meals , changed nappies and assisted children to use toilet.
  • Practiced child protection and health and safety measures to comply with guidelines.
  • Coordinated age-appropriate activities to enhance learning development, including art, music and physical pursuits.
  • Created caring bonds with children for comfort and safety within nursery.
  • Recorded and informed manager regarding injuries and accidents.
  • Informed parents and staff members regarding activity of children.
  • Attended staff meetings to discuss developments and announcements.

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - Nursery Nurse

Thomas Danby College
Leeds
09/1995 - 07/1997

NVQ Level 1 - Health and Social Care

Garforth Academy
Leeds
09/1994 - 07/1995

GCSEs - Health Education

Garforth Academy
Leeds
09/1994 - 07/1995

GCSEs - Maths, English, Science, History, Child Development, Word Processing

Garforth Academy
Leeds
09/1992 - 07/1994

Skills

  • Confidential record management
  • Safeguarding knowledge
  • Organisational standards
  • Reporting and documentation
  • Data entry
  • Records oversight
  • Customer service
  • Data confidentiality
  • Driving license
  • Sensitivity to patient needs
  • Patient liaison
  • Signposting services
  • Multidisciplinary teamwork
  • Child development knowledge
  • Think Family Approach
  • Physical and emotional support

Hobbies

  • Baking
  • Cake Decorating
  • Sewing
  • Dog Walking

Timeline

Audiology Assistant/School Screener

Leeds Community Healthcare Nhs Trust
2018.01 - 2020.09

Dental Receptionist

Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust
2017.05 - 2017.12

Support Worker School Nursing

Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust
2008.09 - 2017.05

Level 3 Nursery Nurse

Leeds City Council
2004.04 - 2008.08

Nursery Nurse

Little Learners Private Day Nursery
2001.09 - 2004.04

Nursery Assistant

Trinity All Saints University
1997.04 - 2001.04

Diploma of Higher Education - Nursery Nurse

Thomas Danby College
09/1995 - 07/1997

NVQ Level 1 - Health and Social Care

Garforth Academy
09/1994 - 07/1995

GCSEs - Health Education

Garforth Academy
09/1994 - 07/1995

GCSEs - Maths, English, Science, History, Child Development, Word Processing

Garforth Academy
09/1992 - 07/1994

Neonatal Nursery Nurse

Pinderfields Hospital
1/7/24 - Current

Healthcare Support Worker

Leeds Community Healthcare Nhs Trust
01/9/20 - 30/6/24
Rebecca Ashton