Kelly Stinson
Portadown,Armagh
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated, possessing strong communication and teamwork skills which i feel are transferrable to any environment.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work history
Private Health Care Assistant 1 on 1
private
Lurgan, Armagh
01.2021 - 01.2025
- Provided personalised assistance to client by addressing daily living needs and ensuring comfort.
- Assisted client with mobility challenges, promoting independence and enhancing quality of life.
- Monitored clients' health conditions, reporting any changes to healthcare professionals for timely intervention.
- Developed trusting relationship with client and family through consistent communication and empathetic support.
- Implemented care plans tailored to individual requirements, ensuring adherence to prescribed routines.
- Facilitated recreational activities for client, encouraging social interaction and mental stimulation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organisation of living space to promote a safe and welcoming environment.
- Collaborated with family members and other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care strategies.
- Handled challenging behaviour from dementia-affected individuals effectively without resorting to force or intimidation.
- Collaborated with nurses to provide comprehensive patient care, ensuring a smooth recovery path.
- Assisted in physical therapy sessions with patient to promote mobility improvement.
- Enhanced healing process by changing wound dressings regularly.
- Prepared meals for patient, ensured balanced nutrition intake.
- Assisted elderly client with daily tasks such as eating, bathing and dressing up for an enhanced quality of life while living at home.
- Administered non-prescription medication under supervision, relieved minor discomforts swiftly.
- Assisted in patient care, improved comfort and well-being.
- Escorted patient for tests or procedures within the hospital premises whilst ensuring their safety and comfort.
General warehouse operative
Allen Logistics
Moira, Armagh
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organisation within warehouse environment.
- Operated various warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks safely.
- Collaborated with team members to efficiently complete daily operational tasks.
- Sorted and stored products in designated areas to facilitate easy access.
- Reported any equipment malfunctions or safety hazards to supervisors promptly.
- Assisted in organising physical inventories for improved stock visibility.
- Managed waste disposal responsibly, promoting environmental sustainability.
- Optimised space utilisation by arranging goods using FIFO methodology.
- Facilitated smooth workflow, minimising disruptions during peak hours.
- Contributed to a collaborative work environment through effective communication skills.
- Coordinated product distribution for timely deliveries.
- Met tight deadlines with efficient multi-tasking capabilities.
- Reduced misplacement issues by labelling items clearly before storage.
- Assured safety of team members by strictly adhering to health and safety standards.
- Handled fragile items with care, preventing damages or losses.
- Packed goods securely to prevent damage during transportation.
- Picked, packed and dispatched high-volume orders, consistently exceeding warehouse performance targets.
- Prepared items for timely dispatch and safe transportation.
- Reported issues and damages to senior warehouse staff, enabling prompt, effective resolutions.
- Listened closely to instructions, carrying out fast-paced picking and packing in line with targets.
- Cleaned and tidied work areas to meet inspection requirements.
- Followed safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a secure working environment.
- Participated in inventory management processes including stock checks and counting.
Senior Care Assisitant
Four Seasons Health Care
Portadown, Armagh
01.1996 - 01.2021
- Assisted residents with daily living activities to enhance overall wellbeing.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to individuals in care.
- Communicated effectively with healthcare professionals to report changes in health status.
- Participated in training sessions to learn best practices for patient care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for residents and staff.
- Assisted in implementing care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Engaged residents in social activities to promote mental stimulation and interaction.
- Observed and documented residents' behaviours and health changes accurately.
- Facilitated social activities for stimulation and engagement of residents.
- Improved physical mobility of many residents with carefully planned exercise routines.
Education
GCSEs -
Knockbreda High School
Belfast 09.1994 - 06.1995
Skills
- Knowledge of nhs policies
- Patient dignity preservation
- Exercise and activity planning
- Dementia care training
- Respecting cultural differences
- Multitasking under pressure
- Personal hygiene maintenance assistance
- Adapting to patient needs
- Elderly care proficiency
- Communicating with dementia patients
- Supporting family members
- End-Of-Life care sensitivity
- Exceptional communicator
- COVID-19 containment
- Empathy and compassion
- Tact and diplomacy
- Mobility assistance
- Disability support
- Compassionate care giver
- Home care
- Clear communication
Affiliations
- I enjoy regular exercise to keep myself fit and strong
References
References available upon request.
Personal
Although the majority of my working life has been spent as a care giver. a role a thoroughly enjoy i feel i have a lot more to give within this environment or in a new direction. I am keen to widen my knowledge and experience and adapt them to whichever opportunity arises. The skills I have acquired over the years are transferrable to many professions.
Timeline
General warehouse operative
Allen Logistics
05.2024 - 08.2024
Private Health Care Assistant 1 on 1
private
01.2021 - 01.2025
Senior Care Assisitant
Four Seasons Health Care
01.1996 - 01.2021
GCSEs -
Knockbreda High School
09.1994 - 06.1995