Karen Sherrell
Witney, West Oxfordshire,England
Summary
Caring individual with strong motivation to deliver exceptional patient care and assistance. Committed to going extra mile to assist needs of patients. Flexible with in-home and care home setting.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Domiciliary care assistant
Bupa
Witney, Oxfordshire
2014.03 - Current
- Delivered exceptional care to elderly clients by assisting them with personal hygiene tasks.
- Managed medication schedules to ensure correct dosage at appropriate times.
- Monitored progress of clients, reporting any changes in condition swiftly to healthcare team.
- Kept detailed records of care delivered during each visit, maintaining transparency for family members and other healthcare professionals.
- Operated hoists to move clients in and out of bed.
Domiciliary care assistant
Nhs
Witney, Oxfordshire
2012.02 - 2014.03
- Delivered exceptional care to elderly clients by assisting them with personal hygiene tasks.
- Managed medication schedules to ensure correct dosage at appropriate times.
- Ensured comfort for patients, demonstrating empathy and understanding.
- Monitored progress of clients, reporting any changes in condition swiftly to healthcare team.
- Kept detailed records of care delivered during each visit, maintaining transparency for family members and other healthcare professionals.
Care assistant
Cedar court
Witney, Oxfordshire
2010.01 - 2012.02
- Helped with personal care tasks, promoting hygiene and cleanliness amongst patients.
- Worked closely under supervision from registered nurses contributing to efficient workflow within the facility.
- Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
- Fed clients with severe limitations and assisted more mobile clients with self-feeding.
- Used manual handling techniques and lifting aids to position clients in safe, comfortable postures.
Cafe worker
Maison blanc
Burford, Oxfordshire
2009.01 - 2010.01
- Handled cash transactions accurately, minimising discrepancies at the end of shift.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food preparation.
- Stocked display cases with fresh bakery items, enticing customers to make purchases.
- Ensured cleanliness of cafe premises by performing regular cleaning duties.
- Implemented hygiene standards strictly whilst working on food preparation tasks.
Sandwich maker
Sandwich de Witney
2005.06 - 2009.01
- Executed cash handling tasks accurately, ensuring correct balances at end of shift.
- Increased customer satisfaction by maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in food preparation areas.
- Met health and safety standards by regular cleaning of the work area and equipment.
- Worked quickly during peak times to maintain service speed without compromising quality.
Education
Westwoods Grammar school
Northleach09.1972
Skills
- Incontinence care
- Dementia care training
- Dependability and reliability
- Palliative care knowledge
- Personal hygiene maintenance
- Knowledge in manual handling
Certification
NVQ in health and social care 2 and 3
Timeline
Domiciliary care assistant
Bupa
2014.03 - Current
Domiciliary care assistant
Nhs
2012.02 - 2014.03
Care assistant
Cedar court
2010.01 - 2012.02
Cafe worker
Maison blanc
2009.01 - 2010.01
Sandwich maker
Sandwich de Witney
2005.06 - 2009.01
Westwoods Grammar school