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Jennifer Mcgrath

castledawson,castledawson

Summary

Talented Support Worker focused on improving client lives through high-quality support and patient instruction. Proficient in life, financial and social skills, helping clients integrate into community and live more robust lives. Creative and empathetic assistant with 20 years of experience building community and developing social skills through incremental therapeutic techniques.

Reliable Support Worker with 20 years of experience. Delivers medication management and adapts care planning with person-centred approach. Well-versed in hoists and mobility aids. Specialises in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) clients.

Caring and empathetic carer with 20 years of experience providing therapeutic support for adults with disabilities. Competent planner, developer and implementer of complex individual program plans. Certified medication administrator, verifying patient medicine and nutrition plan adherence according to strict detail.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work history

Support worker

Positive futures
Magherafelt, Londonderry
2018.07 - Current
  • Maintained detailed records of the person we support behaviour changes for healthcare team reference.
  • Implemented care plans set out by healthcare professionals leading to improved patient well-being.
  • Encouraged social integration by facilitating community involvement opportunities.

Carer assistant

Castlehill nursing home
Castledawson, Londonderry
2014.08 - 2018.07
  • Enhanced patient morale with regular interaction and conversation.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly, identifying any potential health issues early on.
  • Promoted independence for disabled individuals through assistance with daily tasks.
  • Assisted with personal hygiene to ensure health and wellbeing.
  • Respected privacy of the residents whilst providing care.
  • Followed infection control policies strictly to minimise risks.
  • Maintained cleanliness of living areas, resulting in a safe environment.
  • Handled emergency situations calmly, ensuring safety of all involved.
  • Offered emotional support to patients during difficult times.
  • Ensured patient comfort by providing personal care services.

Care assistant

Ladyhill lodge
Antrim, Antrim
2005.09 - 2014.08

Education

NVQ Level 2 - Health and social care

Rutledge
Antrim
03.2012

Skills

  • Palliative care understanding
  • reliable and trustworthy
  • Infection control knowledge
  • Personal care assistance
  • Activities of Daily Living
  • Medication Administration
  • Meal preparation
  • Finance management
  • Record-keeping
  • Medical appointment management
  • Food Hygiene Certification
  • Clean driving record
  • Grooming and personal care
  • Learning disabilities support
  • Safeguarding policies

Hobbies

I like to cook and bake going swimming and going to the gym,travelling

Jennifer Mcgrath