Katarzyna Ignasiewicz
Lisburn,Antrim
Summary
Compassionate Care Assistant with over ten years' experience in dementia care, end-of-life support, and palliative care. Skilled in moving and handling using mobility aids, with strong communication and safeguarding expertise. Committed to maintaining confidentiality and dignity while effectively managing complex behaviours and emergencies. Focused on enhancing residents' quality of life through innovative care practices.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Care Assistant
Health Care Ireland
Lisburn, Antrim
09.2015 - Current
- Delivered personalised support tailored to unique needs and preferences, enhancing individual well-being.
- Built strong, trusting relationships with patients by providing continuous support and delivering best possible care.
- Provided emotional support and companionship, building trusting relationships with my residents.
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting independence
- Assist residents with nighttime and early morning personal care
- Conduct regular discreet visual checks on residents throughout the night to ensure safety.
- Managed complex behaviours during the night using specialised techniques, promoting comfort and safety for residents. to residents with dementia or confusion
- Responded promptly to emergencies, applying first aid and alerting medical staff.
- Engaged in respectful communication, respecting the dignity of those in care.
- Contributed to a dedicated night team, ensuring effective communication and support for all residents.
- Maintain accurate night care logs,documenting fluid intake,sleep patterns and incidents.
- Kept spaces clean and organised, handling linens, clothes washing and basic housekeeping.
- Informed supervisors of key changes in client conditions and behaviours.
Education
Level 2 Restart Education
South Eastern Regional College
Lisburn01-2027
NVQ Level 2 - Beauty Therapy
South Eastern Regional College
Lisburn01-2012
ESOL ENTRY 2
South Eastern Regional College
Lisburn01-2011
ESOL Skill for Life
South Eastern Regional College
Lisburn01-2011
Certificate of Higher Education - Geology
Geological High School
Warsaw01-2000
Skills
- Person-centred care
- Mobility assistance
- Mobility aid handling
- Personal care
- End-of-life care
- End-of-life support
- Palliative care
- Dementia care expertise
- Dementia awareness
- Patient safeguarding
- Safeguarding knowledge
- Patient documentation
- Record-keeping
- Communication
- Time management
- Respect for privacy
- Person-centred approach
Timeline
Care Assistant
Health Care Ireland
09.2015 - Current
Level 2 Restart Education
South Eastern Regional College
NVQ Level 2 - Beauty Therapy
South Eastern Regional College
ESOL ENTRY 2
South Eastern Regional College
ESOL Skill for Life
South Eastern Regional College
Certificate of Higher Education - Geology
Geological High School