Karen Jacobs

• Offered respite services to families allowing them relief from caregiving duties .
• Possessed strong knowledge of medical terminologies used daily in interactions with other healthcare professionals .
• Ensured patient comfort by providing personal care and hygiene needs.
• Provided end of life care, offering dignity and comfort in final stages .
• Responded quickly to emergencies, reducing potential risks for patients .
• Managed complex care plans, achieving optimal health outcomes for patients.
• Safeguarded patient confidentiality by adhering strictly to data protection laws and regulations .
• Administered prescribed medication to ensure timely treatment.
• Monitored vital signs regularly, prompting immediate medical intervention when necessary.
• Responded calmly to manage crises and emergency situations.
• Safeguarded client information with strict adherence to privacy and data security policies.
• Collaborated with other professionals in health and social care to coordinate holistic support.
• Established and maintained professional relationships to offer objective guidance and support.
• Advocated on behalf of service users to protect their best interests.
• Adhered to safeguarding principles to protect service users from risk.
• Maintained accurate, up-to-date and confidential files in line with reporting standards.
• Evaluated and addressed individual client needs and concerns through targeted assessments.
• Reported on case progress, updates and interventions in alignment with regulatory standards.
• Liaised with multi-disciplinary professionals and caregivers to foster access to medical care.
• Kept detailed, accurate records for well-maintained care continuity between support staff.
• Monitored service user progress, escalating concerns for swift resolution.
• Attended regular training and supervision workshops for improved service user support.
• Promoted independence and positive wellbeing when working with vulnerable adults and children.
• Responded proactively to changing circumstances for optimised service user care.

I am employed as a school bus driver.

Collecting and taking children to Thier designated school.

Ensuring children are wearing Thier seat belts for safety and legal requirements.

Taking care of children if distressed or have any problems whilst in transit.

I have two SEN registered children that can sometimes be challenging that I sometimes have to give extra care and patience and understanding.

I have been caring for my husband for the past twelve years.

He has multiple health problems which I monitor and treat accordingly.

Making sure he is physically and emotionally well cared for.

Ensuring he complies and takes prescribed medication tablet and injection form.

• Assisted in patient care, improved comfort and well-being.
• Handled challenging behaviour from dementia-affected individuals effectively without resorting to force or intimidation.
• Assisted elderly residents with daily tasks such as eating, bathing and dressing up for an enhanced quality of life while living in care homes.
• Ensured infection control measures were adhered to strictly for a safe environment for both staff and patients alike.
• Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
• Completed care documentation and monitored patient progress to achieve up-to-date records.
• Monitored client health conditions and reported immediate issues to manager.
• Ensured safe, secure living conditions for service users, reducing risk and enhancing quality of life.
• Built caring, supportive relationships with residents, enhancing daily life through personalised care.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge on latest care practices by attending regular meetings and training opportunities.
• Maintained optimal safety standards throughout client home and care environments, prioritising risk-reduction, health and hygiene.
• Successfully positioned, lifted and moved patients from bed into wheelchairs, applying safe handling techniques.
• Delivered high-quality patient service by maintaining cleanliness in wards.

Collecting and dropping off passengers to Thier destinations.

Helping disabled passengers board the bus via wheel chair access. Ensuring they are placed in correct position for travel with brakes on.

Customer service helping passengers with any problems or Ill health.

Helping hard of hearing or loss of sight passengers.

• Collaborated with nurses to evaluate care plan outcomes, implementing or adjusting interventions accordingly.
• Delivered practical and emotional support to patients and caregivers, enhancing quality care provisions.
• Reported non-compliant behaviour to head nurses to maintain high-quality care.
• Diligently followed Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) policies to minimise ward infection rates.
• Collected and disposed of clinical waste in line with regulations.
• Carried out safe, secure manual handling, promoting independence whilst assisting patients with mobility.
• Recorded weight and height measurements, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
• Provided incontinence care and bed baths, maintaining patient dignity at all times.
• Supported bed-ridden patients through regular repositioning and chair-based exercise, helping to prevent sores, joint degeneration and blood clotting.
• Cleaned, sterilised and stored clinical equipment appropriately.
• Built caring, supportive relationships with residents, enhancing daily life through personalised care.
• Responded to patient call lights and supported continuum of care with appropriate interventions.
• Performed daily clinical observations, recording medical data accurately and securely.
• Administered oral medication to incapacitated patients as outlined in care plans.
• Monitored medical supply levels and restocked exam rooms.