Katie Evans
Hove,East Sussex
Summary
- Empathetic individual focused on improving client lives through high-quality support and instruction.
- Proficient in life and social skills, helping clients integrate into community and live more robust lives.
- Creative and driven with years of experience building community and developing social skills through incremental therapeutic techniques.
- Compassionate individual with knack a for building positive relationships and creating supportive environment. Skilled in managing challenging behaviours and providing emotional support, resulting in improved client well-being and increased independence. Known for fostering trust and promoting positive atmosphere.
- Enthusiastic individual dedicated to delivering compassion, accessible support. Strong relationship-building skills and emotional intelligence. History of achieving positive results in collaboration with multidisciplinary team.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Senior health care assistant
RMBI
Hove, Brighton and Hove
01.2017 - 09.2019
- Exercised compassion and patience in a care home setting whilst delivering high standards of personal care and assistance.
- Assisted in patient care, i.e washing, dressing, eating, medication. Improved comfort and well-being for residents to a high standard.
- Prepared meals for patients, ensured balanced nutrition intake. Recorded intake accurately and monitored any concerns and actions to be taken.
- Trained new employees and supported colleagues to an extremely high standard. Worked well in a team setting so as to make sure a high standard was maintained for residents.
- Liaised between patients, their families and healthcare professionals in order to achieve effective communication channels.
- Coordinated activities that encourage social interaction amongst residents within the care home setting to foster a sense of community spirit among them .
- Kept detailed records of patient progress, assisted medical staff in treatment planning.
- Arranged and escorted patients to appointments and on trips out of the care home.
- Handled challenging behaviour from dementia-affected individuals effectively.
- Demonstrated patience and gave time to residents to improve their day ex. play a game of scrabble, go for a walk, have a chat, read a book, write a letter, organize their things.
- Ensured infection control measures were adhered to strictly for a safe environment for both staff and patients alike.
- Organized activities and days out to improve independence and quality of life.
- Encouraged residents and staff to deliver feedback to improve quality of home.
Cleaner
Self Employed and Employed positions
Hove, Brighton and Hove
01.2010 - 06.2019
- Worked to a high standard in large houses and communal residents alike.
- Kept communal areas tidy and well-organized for optimal functionality.
- Provided deep cleaning services for occasional needs such as post-construction or move-in scenarios.
- Ensured customer satisfaction by addressing specific requests or concerns promptly.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations requiring immediate cleanup to minimize disruption.
- Promoted good maintenance habits amongst team members through regular training sessions.
- Completed laundry tasks promptly, resulting in continuously available fresh linen and uniforms.
Health care assistant
Victoria Care homes
Hove, Brighton and Hove
01.2012 - 07.2016
- Built valuable and strong relationships with residents and staff whilst maintaining a high standard of care.
- Assisted in physical therapy sessions with patients to promote mobility improvement.
- Liaised between patients and healthcare professionals, facilitated effective communication channels.
- Assisted in patient care, washing, dressing, eating, medication management and improved comfort and well-being.
- Delivered personal care focused on individual needs, preserving patient dignity and self-esteem.
- Successfully positioned, lifted and moved residents from bed into wheelchairs, applying safe handling techniques.
- Kept resident environments clean and neat following optimum hygiene standards.
- Observed patient condition and behaviour closely, reporting changes or concerns promptly.
- Assisted with rehabilitative care following treatment plans established by health professionals.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Health Science
Brighton MET College
Brighton, Brighton and Hove 09.2012 - 06.2013
Diploma of Higher Education - Hairdressing Level 3
Brighton MET College
Hove, Brighton and Hove 09.2022 - 06.2024
GCSEs - Maths
Hove Park School
Hove, Brighton and HoveGCSEs - English Literature & Language
Hove Park School
Hove, Brighton and HoveGCSEs - Music
Hove Park School
Hove, Brighton and HoveGCSEs - Food Technology
Hove Park School
Hove, Brighton and HoveSkills
I am a highly compassionate and patient individual who possesses both personal and professional experiences related to the career path i wish to take I have a strong work ethic and take pride in helping others to achieve and improve in life I am resilient in difficult situations and problem solve in order to resolve conflicts Resolutions and plans excite me and give me and others a real sense of achievement and encouragement I enjoy making sure people feel comfortable and hopeful of the future I feel as though i am able to assess situations and needs effectively to ensure the right path of action I have extensive experience in dealing with vulnerable people and have taken on training to improve my knowledge at times whether that be personally or professionally I am reliable and trustworthy and find that individuals take to me quickly which enables me to build bonds and trust I am confident and feel as though i am able to manage situations and people effectively I am always open to learning and improving and welcome feedback and critique Honesty is important to me and being transparent when i have concerns
Timeline
Diploma of Higher Education - Hairdressing Level 3
Brighton MET College
09.2022 - 06.2024
Senior health care assistant
RMBI
01.2017 - 09.2019
Diploma of Higher Education - Health Science
Brighton MET College
09.2012 - 06.2013
Health care assistant
Victoria Care homes
01.2012 - 07.2016
Cleaner
Self Employed and Employed positions
01.2010 - 06.2019
GCSEs - Maths
Hove Park School
GCSEs - English Literature & Language
Hove Park School
GCSEs - Music
Hove Park School
GCSEs - Food Technology
Hove Park School
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