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Katalin Kiss

Louth ,Lincolnshire

Summary

A dedicated health professional with a variety of work experience. Proven ability to work effectively as a multi-disciplinary team member. Resourceful and responsive to change, achieving objectives in caring whilst being supportive of vulnerable adults. Highly committed to achieving the highest standards and always keen to undertake training to develop existing skills. Able to use own initiative, to succeed through enthusiasm, example and hard work. Excellent time management and organisational skills, resulting in being able to handle multiple tasks effectively and remaining focused under pressure.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
2021
2021
years of post-secondary education

Work history

KK PODICARE

Self Employed
Louth , Lincolnshire
08.2024 - Current

Self employed providing the highest quality and comprehensive foot health. From initial consultation, to providing treatment and advice for a range of issues and foot care to suit the needs for the client. Flexible to clients needs, delivering treatment in a clinical setting or travelling throughout Lincolnshire to see patients in the comfort of their own homes.

Providing private care

within a patients home
08.2018 - 08.2024
  • Live in carer for 6 years
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.

Retail Assistant

Lloyds Pharmacy
08.2022 - 11.2022
  • Stayed updated on current promotions and new products to provide accurate information to customers.
  • Ensured visual merchandising standards with regular display updates.
  • Supported team members for improved operational efficiency.
  • Followed company policies whilst handling returns and exchanges, preserving customer loyalty.

Care home

Bupa
02.2016 - 03.2018
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Respected privacy of the residents whilst providing care.
  • Provided care for elderly patients, promoting their dignity and respect.
  • Followed infection control policies strictly to minimise risks.
  • Assisted with personal hygiene to ensure health and wellbeing.
  • Ensured patient comfort by providing personal care services.
  • Coordinated with healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care.

Voluntary work

dabd
08.2010 - 08.2016
  • Voluntary charity work, helping support visually impaired people.
  • Promoting independence and companionship for blind and partially sighted people.

Personal care assistant

Independent Living Agency
03.2013 - 06.2016
  • Ensured improved personal hygiene for clients by assisting with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Adhered strictly to professional ethics; maintained confidentiality of sensitive information pertaining to my patients' physical and mental health conditions.
  • Provided quality care by ensuring the client's comfort and well-being within his own home.
  • Conducted light household duties leading to an organised home environment.

Rosemont Care

Rosemont Care Ltd
09.2014 - 01.2016
  • Caring for vulnerable adults with complex needs, including patients with dementia and autism.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients and their families, leading to increased trust in care services provided.
  • Promoted a positive living environment for improved resident morale.
  • Conducted thorough initial assessments of new residents' needs, enabling tailored healthcare plans.
  • Collaborated closely with healthcare professionals for optimal patient care outcomes.
  • Provided end-of-life care, ensuring residents experienced peace and dignity in their final days

Voluntary care worker

George Brook House
02.2013 - 05.2013
  • Caring and supporting elderly patients with dementia and limited communication.
  • Being aware and supporting their requirements, special interests and social needs.
  • Supporting with daily personal care such as washing, dressing, shaving, using the toilet and feeding.
  • Carrying out general tasks such as housework, laundry and shopping.
  • Promoting independence.
  • Supporting family members to adjust to new caring responsibilities.
  • Working with professionals within health and social care to deliver individual care and development plans.
  • Facilitated social activities for the elderly, reducing feelings of isolation and loneliness among them.

Education

Level 4 Diploma - Foot health practitioner

College of Foot Health
Southport
08.2023 - 08.2024

ITEC diploma Level 2 & Level 3 - Beauty Therapist

College

Level 2 - End of life care

College
06.2016 - 08.2016

Widows and Orphans

College
Dagenham
09.2012 - 09.2013

Level 2 Diploma - Health and Social Care

College
Dagenham, Barking and Dagenham
09.2012 - 06.2013

Skills

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Bilingual, native Hungarian and advanced English proficiency gained from living in the UK for nearly a decade
  • Strong ability to write accurately detailed reports
  • Computer literate: Microsoft Office, Excel and proficient in using email for professional and personal communication
  • Ability to prioritise workloads and keep to strict deadlines
  • Sensitive to clients needs, having the ability to balance professionalism with empathy and enabling the client to feel valued and supported Additionally, my emotional resilience allows me to be calm in high stress environments
  • Full clean driving licence

Affiliations

  • Spending time with my family and friends is important to me. I have a passion for a healthy lifestyle. reading, gardening, cooking, walking and exercising.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

KK PODICARE

Self Employed
08.2024 - Current

Level 4 Diploma - Foot health practitioner

College of Foot Health
08.2023 - 08.2024

Retail Assistant

Lloyds Pharmacy
08.2022 - 11.2022

Providing private care

within a patients home
08.2018 - 08.2024

Level 2 - End of life care

College
06.2016 - 08.2016

Care home

Bupa
02.2016 - 03.2018

Rosemont Care

Rosemont Care Ltd
09.2014 - 01.2016

Personal care assistant

Independent Living Agency
03.2013 - 06.2016

Voluntary care worker

George Brook House
02.2013 - 05.2013

Widows and Orphans

College
09.2012 - 09.2013

Level 2 Diploma - Health and Social Care

College
09.2012 - 06.2013

Voluntary work

dabd
08.2010 - 08.2016

ITEC diploma Level 2 & Level 3 - Beauty Therapist

College
Katalin Kiss