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Kate Jackson

Liverpool,Merseyside

Summary

I am a dedicated professional with a strong commitment to integrity and honesty, I value objective evaluation and execute a holistic approach to assessments. I feel I hold a positive attitude towards disability and flexibility in approach, ensuring comprehensive and inclusive solutions. I am seeking opportunities to leverage these skills in advancing career goals within my current environment and to utilise previous skills obtained in the field of education.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Disability assessor

Medacs Healthcare
Stafford, Staffordshire
11.2022 - Current

Conducting objective assessments using medical knowledge and expertise.

Demonstrating exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills during interactions.

Engaging in ongoing training remaining updated on industry developments.

Ensuring strict adherence to current guidelines and best practices.

Facilitating clinical coaching while observing assessments for quality assurance.

Authoring comprehensive reports, highlighting evidence and integrating feedback for continuous improvement.

Upholding ethical standards throughout assessment processes, promoting trust and respect.


A&E Nurse

NHS Foundation Trust
Liverpool, Merseyside
03.2020 - 10.2022

Delivered stabilising and life-saving treatments during medical emergencies.

Updated families regularly on patient progress and treatment changes to reduce anxiety.

Complied with healthcare standards to uphold hospital reputation.

Tracked patient pain levels, minimising discomfort to promote healing.

Monitored patient behaviour and responses, reporting concerns to senior staff.

Collaborated with clinical team to implement prescribed treatments and manage discharges.

Addressed individual patient needs while ensuring personal hygiene for optimal wellness.

Handled emergencies with composure, maintaining focus on patient care.

Health care assistant

Newcross Healthcare Solutions
Liverpool, Merseyside
01.2015 - 05.2017

Assisted elderly/ disabled/ learning disabled residents with daily tasks such as eating, bathing and dressing up for an enhanced quality of life while living in care homes/ residential home/ their own homes.

Managed personal hygiene, maintained dignity and respect at all times.

Ensured infection control measures were adhered to strictly for a safe environment for both staff and residents alike.

Working across Liverpool and Merseyside in various settings on a part time basis.

Teaching Assistant/ Assistant SENCO

Hays Recruitment
Liverpool, Merseyside
09.2013 - 03.2016

Led small group sessions for enhanced focus on challenging topics.

Managed administrative tasks, aiding smooth running of the class.

One to one support for children with behavioral needs, ADHD, autism and learning disabilities.

Ensured safety of pupils during extracurricular activities for an accident-free environment.

Supported classroom teacher with behaviour management, promoting a positive learning environment.

Fully EHAT trained, liaised with parents and outside agencies for SEN children and LAC.

Creating time tables for outreach support and implementing support.

Applying for, updating and reviewing EHCPs, IEPs and learning plans.

Administrative work for expulsions, managed transfers and alternative education settings.

Working closely with Educational Psychologists and creating/ distributing learning plans across the wider school.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Adult Nursing

John Moores University
Liverpool, Merseyside
03.2016 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Children and Young People's Learning and Developement Studies

Edge Hill University
Ormskirk
09.2010 - 06.2013

Btec National Diploma - Drama

Northampton College
Northampton, Northamptomshire
09.2006 - 06.2008

GCSEs - Maths, English Lit, English Language, Science and Drama

Wrenn School
Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
09.2002 - 07.2004

Skills

  • Integrity and honesty
  • Objective evaluation
  • Holistic approach to care
  • Positive attitude to disability
  • Flexibility in approach
  • Interpersonal relationship building
  • Resilience in stressful situations
  • Patient history taking
  • Knowledge of healthcare systems
  • Ethical conduct
  • Professionalism in conduct
  • Report-writing
  • Clinical risk assessment
  • Mental health awareness
  • Confidentiality maintenance
  • Information analysis

Timeline

Disability assessor

Medacs Healthcare
11.2022 - Current

A&E Nurse

NHS Foundation Trust
03.2020 - 10.2022

Bachelor of Science - Adult Nursing

John Moores University
03.2016 - 03.2020

Health care assistant

Newcross Healthcare Solutions
01.2015 - 05.2017

Teaching Assistant/ Assistant SENCO

Hays Recruitment
09.2013 - 03.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Children and Young People's Learning and Developement Studies

Edge Hill University
09.2010 - 06.2013

Btec National Diploma - Drama

Northampton College
09.2006 - 06.2008

GCSEs - Maths, English Lit, English Language, Science and Drama

Wrenn School
09.2002 - 07.2004
Kate Jackson