Julie Tattam
Hailsham,United Kingdom
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive expertise in elderly care, specialising in dementia care and palliative support. Demonstrates skills in patient engagement and proficient in personal hygiene assistance and mobility support, ensuring dignified end-of-life care with sensitivity and empathy. Committed to enhancing patient well-being through effective communication and multitasking under pressure, while supporting patient's family members during challenging times.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work history
Health care assistant
NHS Foundation Trust
Eastbourne, East Sussex
01.2015 - 04.2025
- Provided basic health education to patients for self-care post discharge.
- Administered non-prescription medication under supervision.
- Managed personal hygiene of bed-bound patients, maintained dignity and respect at all times.
- Handled challenging behaviour from dementia-affected individuals effectively.
- Assisted in patient care, improved comfort and well-being.
- Escorted patients for tests or procedures within the hospital premises.
- Monitored vital signs of patients for accurate readings.
- Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
- Completed care documentation and monitored patient progress to achieve up-to-date records.
- Supported grieving family members following end-of-life care, providing comfort during difficult times.
Health care assistant
Chanctonbury Health Care
Alfriston, East Sussex
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Assisted elderly residents with daily tasks such as eating, bathing and dressing up for an enhanced quality of life while living in care homes.
- Providing patient care, for improved comfort and well-being.
- Managed personal hygiene of bed-bound patients, maintained dignity and respect at all times.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and their families, leading to increased trust in care services provided.
- Participated in staff training initiatives to stay current on best practices in eldercare.
- Provided end-of-life care, ensuring residents experienced peace and dignity in their final days.
- Promoted independence among residents by encouraging self-care where possible.
Senior health care assistant
Mrs.Dunford
Hailsham, East Sussex
01.2003 - 01.2012
- Maintained strict confidentiality with sensitive patient information.
- Assisted elderly residents with daily tasks such as eating, bathing and dressing up for an enhanced quality of life while living in care homes.
- Provided emotional support, enhancing patient mental well-being.
- Built trusting relationships through compassionate bedside manner.
- Supported meal times; ensured adequate nutrition intake.
- Submitted reports to manager regarding status of client.
- Optimised patient satisfaction through compassionate, considered care and communication.
- Organised activities and exercises to promote physical and mental well-being.
Health care assistant
Chaseley Trust
Eastbourne, East Sussex
03.1990 - 01.2003
- Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence.
- Upheld patient confidentiality at all times whilst performing duties as per data protection.
- Handled challenging behaviour from war wounded individuals effectively.
- Coordinated activities that encourage social interaction amongst residents within the care home setting to foster a sense of community spirit among them .
- Managed personal hygiene of bed-bound patients, maintained dignity and respect at all times.
- Ensured infection control measures were adhered to strictly for a safe environment for both staff and patients alike.
- Accompanied residents on field trips ensuring their security and enjoyment throughout.
- Safely and securely transported patients using hoists and wheelchairs.
- Built caring, supportive relationships with residents.
Education
GCSEs - Maths, English & Childcare
St.John's Gleed Girls High School
Spalding, LincolnshireNVQ Level 2 - Health & Social Care
Chaseley Trust
Eastbourne, East SussexNVQ Level 3 - Health & Social Care
Chaseley Trust
Eastbourne, East SussexNHS
Skills
- Good leadership skills
- Communicating with dementia patients
- Reliable
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Multitasking under pressure
- End-Of-Life care
- Effective team player
- Palliative Care
- Patient mobility assistance
- Compassionate and empathetic
Timeline
Health care assistant
NHS Foundation Trust
01.2015 - 04.2025
Health care assistant
Chanctonbury Health Care
01.2012 - 01.2015
Senior health care assistant
Mrs.Dunford
01.2003 - 01.2012
Health care assistant
Chaseley Trust
03.1990 - 01.2003
GCSEs - Maths, English & Childcare
St.John's Gleed Girls High School
NVQ Level 2 - Health & Social Care
Chaseley Trust
NVQ Level 3 - Health & Social Care
Chaseley Trust
NHS
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