Joanne Rodgerson
Health care assistant
Barrow in Furness,Cumbria
Summary
Flexible Health Care Assistant with 19 years of experience. Improves health outcomes and quality of life through meticulous service provision. Delivers attentive and compassionate care. Skilled in ECGs, palliative care and currently undergoing phlebotomy training. I am experience in delivering first-class care and support. Improves physical and mental wellbeing with compassion and have clinical knowledge In many areas of health care, from palliative, mental health and stoma care to name a few. I have been described as an Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. I have experience in hospital, rehabilitation and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support. I have first aid training, mental health training and moving and handling training
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work history
Health Care Assistant
TXM Healthcare
Guernsey
10.2022 - 05.2024
- I am currently working on a private acute medical unit, assisting with personal care, NG feeding, stoma care and wound care
- End of life and care after surgery or being in ICU.
- I have Aided service users in everyday activities, such as washing and dressing, ensuring constant safety and effective care.
- Vigilantly monitored changes in physical and mental health, reporting deterioration to senior carers for urgent attention.
- Safely escorted patients during medical appointments and hospital visits.
- Submitted reports to manager regarding status of client.
- Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
Health Care Assistant
TXM Healthcare
Milton Keynes
01.2022 - 07.2022
- I currently work for TXM Healthcare which is an agency that sends me all over the U.K and Channel Islands
- I have currently finished a contract with them in Guernsey at the La Marchant, that is a rehabilitation unit
- I have gained skills in memory awareness and physical therapy
- I have had residents with acquired brain injury's, strokes and limb impairments
- I assisted residents with routine and cognitive therapy
- Personal care when needed, dressing with assistant of nurse and exercise from physio therapist
- I am now back in Guernsey working on Victoria wing, an acute medical wing
- I have gained experience in wound care, namely gastric feeding, cancer care and end of life.
Health Care Assistant
Stavely House
Dalton in Furness
10.2019 - 11.2021
- Stavely house is a residential home for the elderly
- My main duties consiste of assisting residents with personal care, bathing, assisting with meals
- I also assiste residents with activities
- While we were in the hight of the pandemic I was given the roll of activity coordinator, providing 1:1 activity to residents to help with there well being and metal health
- I also coveted kitchen work and supper trolleys.
Health Care Assistant
States of Guernsey
Saint Peter Port
07.2018 - 07.2019
- I currently work on a secured mental health unit
- I am responsible for 14 patients, I assiste with personal care, medication under the supervision of the nurse
- I am trained in brake away and restraint
- Iv under gone training to obtain clinical observations, dementia care and sage and tyne
- I have also under gone training in counciling.
Clinical Support Worker
NHS Trust
Barrow-In-Furness
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Im currently woring bank shifts at furness genral hospital
- I work on all wards and units, dealing with all aspects of health care from aquired brain injureys to learning disabilitys and dementia
- I have also worked in radiology and gynaecology units, helping patients to get ready for test, clean equipment and other duty as required by team leader.
Clinical Support Worker
NHS Trust
Lancaster
11.2016 - 01.2017
- Caring for people after surgery
- Wound care, Catheter care, Stoma care, Blood pressures and fluid balances
- As well asGenral cleaning.
Health Care Assistant
Risedale of Lonsdale Nursing Home
Barrow-In-Furness
07.2014 - 09.2016
- I am responsible for 24 residents
- I support my residents with personal care, feeding, pressure care and many activity's
- Many of my residents have varying illness ranging from Alzheimer's Parkinson's, Multiple Scierosis and Spina Bifida
Support Worker
Neuro Partners
Dalton in Furness
07.2012 - 09.2014
- Personal care, Medication handling, Hoist training, NVCI (None violent crisis intervention), First aid, Peg training (bolus feed training)
Support Worker
Oaklea Trust
Barrow-In-Furness
10.2013 - 03.2014
- I worked with people with a learning disability, these included things like high functioning autisum, down syndrome and epilepsy
- I helped them with every day tasks ranging from social activitys like swimming, going on days out, and different clubs
- I also supported them in keeping a clean house, cooking food and every day tasks.
Education
AoFAQ LEVEL 2 in Working as a Security Officer within the Private Security Industry (RQF) - SIA licence
Three Kings Security and Training Ltd
Barrow in Furness, Cumbria 06/2018 - 06/2018
AoFAQ Level 2 in Working as a Door Supervisor within the Private Security Industry (RQF) - undefined
Three Kings Security and Training Ltd
06.2018 - 6 2018
AoFAQ Level 2 in Conflict Management and Personal Safety (RQF) - undefined
Three Kings Security and Training Ltd
06.2018 - 6 2018
FAA Level 3 in Principals of safeguarding and Protecting Children, Young People or Vulnerable Adults (RQF) - undefined
Three Kings Security and Training Ltd
06.2018 - 6 2018
Skills
- Microsoft Office (5 years)
- Health Care (10 years)
- Personal Care (10 years)
- Home Health (4 years)
- Sage and tyne (3 years)
- Palliative Care
- Patient engagement
- Infection control procedures
- Home care
- Elderly care
- hospital care
- Person-centred care plans
- Activities of Daily Living
- Safeguarding knowledge
- First Aid
- Dementia awareness
- Rehabilitation support
- End Of Life Care
Additional Information
I am currently working on a private health unit in Guernsey and have been responsible for training new staff members. I have undertaken training in phlebotomy and extra training online in mental health, stoma care and nutrition. Once I returned to the U.K from Guernsey, were I was working on a secure mental health unit. I was responsible for 14 patients along with my team. I supported the patients with personal care, counselling for drug related illnesses and supported them with meals. While in Guernsey I obtained my beach training (clinical observations). When I returned I worked as a health care assistant and activity coordinator at stavely house, during the pandemic helping residents with personal care and activity. Befor leaving for Guernsey I was working as a bank clinical support worker at the university hospital of Morecambe bay NHS trust. I have had the opportunity to work on many different wards from oncology, orthopaedics, general surgery, theatre and patient progression units. While working on the different units I have gained experience in end of life care, cancer care, wound care and fluid balances. I have also worked in nursing home where I have the responsibilities of ensuring that the residents are safe and the environment is safe and tidy. I have experience of dealing with challenges within the work place and with this I prioritise tasks and delegate if needed to the appropriate people. I have experience of dealing with emergencies situations this Includes working as a team to ensure the safety of everybody. I have also had experience of End of life care this involvedcaring for a resident who had days left to life and I provided the Appropriate care such as mouth care right through to the end of their life and giving the last wash. This also included comforting family and providing support for the family. I am currently under taking a bereavement awareness session to enhance my knowledge around this area. Within the nursing home I also experience of supporting and helping residents to maintain independence in everyday life skills such as personal care, meal times, and providing stimulation through activities. When providing person care for residents I always bear in mind the dignity and respect of the resident and maintain this in an appropriate way. I have recently completed a Dysphagia Training Day where I was able to understand more around the swallowing which can now help me during meal times as I can now understand how things work and the importance of guidelines given by SALT (Speech and Language Therapist).I have experience with working as part of a team and working alongside nurses to support residents' physical, psychological and the individual's needs to achieve a high standard of care. I am aware of positive therapeutic relationships and am able to form and maintain these appropriately. I am aware of infection control and bear this in mind when dealing with a resident. I use the appropriate equipment such as gloves, apron and having good hand hygiene. I am aware of my own limitations and will ask for help or support to the appropriate person if I feel I need it. I also have basic Makaton which helped me to communicate effectively within my last place of work as I have had experience of working with individuals with a Learning Disability. I have experience with working with individuals' who have Autism as well. These skills may help if ever dealing with a patient who has a Learning Disability of Autism within the ward. I am aware of the standards of hygiene needed to prevent infection and do this within my place of work by maintain a safe environment such as cluttered free, call bell at reach and drinks available. I also make sure bedrooms and communal areas are clean and tidy to prevent slips, trips, falls and infection. Whilst ensuring bedrooms are tidy and clean I am also maintaining the respect and dignity of the individual. I ensure that all waste is in the appropriate bins and empty theses when needed. I also ensure that commodes are clean and sterilised ready for next use. I am aware of the importance of documentation. I have experience of this such as documenting pressure relive and any food and fluid charts. I am aware of confidentiality I bear this in mind at all times. I feel that I maintain professionalism at all times within the work environment to promote excellent standards. I am aware of the process of appraisals, during these I am able to identify where I need to improve this could be identifying that I need additional training. I am aware of the importance of attending mandatory training and attended them when needed. I am very good at meeting deadlines and attending training days. I understand the importance of maintaining professional whilst attending academic component of the apprenticeship. I also have knowledge and skills such as using the use of computers and I have good communication written, verbal and nonverbal. I am also aware of reporting any incidents and how to appropriately deal with a complaint by a patient or their family.
Languages
English - Fluent
Custom
Certificate of Higher Education
Personal Information
- Total Experience: 19+
- Industry: Healthcare
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
Affiliations
- I am a keen all year round swimmer in the pool and wild swimming. I have an interest in photography and art.
References
References available upon request.
Quote
You read something which you thought only happened to you, and you discover that it happened 100 years ago to Dostoyevsky. This is a very great liberation for the suffering, struggling person, who always thinks that he is alone. This is why art is important.
James Baldwin
Timeline
Health Care Assistant
TXM Healthcare
10.2022 - 05.2024
Health Care Assistant
TXM Healthcare
01.2022 - 07.2022
Health Care Assistant
Stavely House
10.2019 - 11.2021
Health Care Assistant
States of Guernsey
07.2018 - 07.2019
AoFAQ Level 2 in Working as a Door Supervisor within the Private Security Industry (RQF) - undefined
Three Kings Security and Training Ltd
06.2018 - 6 2018
AoFAQ Level 2 in Conflict Management and Personal Safety (RQF) - undefined
Three Kings Security and Training Ltd
06.2018 - 6 2018
FAA Level 3 in Principals of safeguarding and Protecting Children, Young People or Vulnerable Adults (RQF) - undefined
Three Kings Security and Training Ltd
06.2018 - 6 2018
Clinical Support Worker
NHS Trust
01.2017 - 01.2018
Clinical Support Worker
NHS Trust
11.2016 - 01.2017
Health Care Assistant
Risedale of Lonsdale Nursing Home
07.2014 - 09.2016
Support Worker
Oaklea Trust
10.2013 - 03.2014
Support Worker
Neuro Partners
07.2012 - 09.2014
AoFAQ LEVEL 2 in Working as a Security Officer within the Private Security Industry (RQF) - SIA licence
Three Kings Security and Training Ltd
06/2018 - 06/2018
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