Dear Hiring Manager, I am applying for a position at your company. Based on the posted description, I am confident that I am fully qualified for the position and will be a strong addition to your team. Please find my CV attached. I can be reached at the number above or at my email address. Compassionate healthcare professional with years of experience working in fast-paced environments. Strong problem-solving skills and talent for prioritising tasks with focus on delivering high-quality patient care.
· Manage and direct care staff so that the residents are monitored throughout the night and their physical and emotional needs are met. Responsible for resident care during the night duty. Will contact other professionals (e.g. GPs or Funeral Directors) as appropriate. Will also act as a member of the night care team, delivering hands on care with other team members.
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Dealing with Emergencies
· responsible for contacting relatives/next of kin in an emergency. Will contact the Registered Manager or designated other in the event of emergency (e.g. fire).
Staff management / supervision
· manage ,monitor workload of care staff and ensure that tasks are prioritised appropriately, so that residents' wellbeing, safety and care is achieved. model good practice and behaviour as a working member of the team.
· as part of supervision undertake IPPs with night care assistants and assess performance for deciding progression through the grade.
Case recording
collate and provide handover information to the senior relieving officer. Will report any inappropriate behaviour or abusive practice to senior management.
Medication
· responsible for the administration and safe storage of medication during the night duty. This included auditing and disposal.
Corporate and statutory initiatives – equalities / health and safety / e-government / sustainability
· comply with all HCC Health & Safety Policies including fire safety / evacuation and have responsibility for ensuring the health and safety of residents. complete risk assessments, reviews and audits inline with CQC standards.