Lisa Ashworth
immingham,immingham
Summary
Compassionate Senior Care Worker with extensive experience in providing comprehensive care to elderly and disabled individuals. Skilled in personal care, medication administration, and emotional support, ensuring high-quality, person-centred care. Committed to fostering trust and well-being through meaningful relationships with clients and families while maintaining safety and dignity. Proficient in developing tailored care plans that enhance the quality of life for service users.
Overview
1
1
Certification
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Care Worker
care plus group
Grimsby, N.E.Lincs
09.1997 - Current
- Maintained accurate and confidential records of all care provided, adhering to data protection regulations and organisational policies.
- Managed all aspects of patient medication, including measuring, administering and recording.
- Managed clients' medication schedules and ensured adherence to prescriptions., following prescriptions and doctors' instructions.
- Performed high-quality end of life care in residential setting.
- Participated in training and development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge in care provision.
- Administered medication according to prescribed schedules, monitored effects, and recorded outcomes in patient charts.
- Trained new care workers on best practices, policies, and procedures, ensuring high-quality service delivery across the team.
- Supported people with social and physical health with a proactive and helpful approach.
- Guided family members on care techniques and strategies for improving quality of life.
- Provided companionship, listening empathetically to concerns and engaging in meaningful conversation.
- Documented care activities accurately, ensuring records were up-to-date and compliant with regulations.
- Visited and cared for service users within their own homes.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver holistic care and support to clients.
- Provided emergency care and cover, completing tasks including patient washing, bathing, and cooking.
- Maintained confidentiality and privacy of client information, adhering to professional standards.
- Performed essential household tasks such as cleaning and laundry to maintain a safe living environment., including cleaning and laundry, to maintain a safe environment.
- Monitored and recorded patient conditions, providing updates to healthcare professionals.
- Responded to emergencies promptly, applying first aid and contacting emergency services when necessary.
- Managed challenging behaviour using approved techniques to ensure safety and respect.
- Provided a friendly, compassionate and proactive approach throughout service.
- Supported clients with mobility challenges, employing equipment and techniques to aid movement.
- Maintained security of client information by adhering to confidentiality protocols. and confidential.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, building trust and facilitating smoother care delivery.
- Responded appropriately to safeguarding incidents and emergencies.
- Maintained excellent patient satisfaction by proactively helping them with their needs, requirements and offering service with a smile.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to residents, fostering a sense of community and wellbeing within the care home.
- Communicated with family members, carers and multidisciplinary professionals to elevate level of care.
- Implemented care plans designed by healthcare professionals, adapting to changing needs.
- Provided palliative care to terminally ill residents, offering pain management and emotional support to both patients and their families.
- Administered fluid and solid medication to those requiring assistance.
- Utilised mobility aids and adaptive equipment proficiently, ensuring correct and safe usage.
- Organised and participated in training programmes to stay updated with the latest care techniques and industry standards.
- Built professional relationships with service users.
- Promoted independence, choice and privacy of residents at all times.
- Fostered a positive and supportive environment, recognising and responding to individual emotional needs.
- Coordinated weekly care rotas, developing based on employee availability, care needed and budgets.
- Conducted risk assessments in living environments to identify potential hazards and implemented measures to enhance safety.
- Closely monitored patient vital signs, updating care plans based on results and reporting concerns to doctors.
- Used aids and personal equipment to promote service users' mobility.
- Oversaw the preparation and serving of nutritious meals, considering dietary restrictions and preferences to encourage balanced eating habits.
- Closely monitored patient physical and mental health, reporting changes or concerns to managers immediately.
- Managed staff onboarding by training them on important matters, including basic care tasks, first aid and best practices.
- Liaised with social services and other external agencies to secure additional support for residents, enhancing their quality of life.
- Reviewed and updated care plans regularly to reflect changes in residents' health status and preferences, ensuring personalised care.
- Helped patients requiring assistance to consume drinks and food.
- Engaged with families consistently to keep them informed about residents' progress and care plans. to update them on milestones, progress and discuss any care plan amendments needed.
- Facilitated communication between residents and their families, keeping relatives informed about health updates and care decisions.
- Delivered anti-discriminatory care practice without judgement.
- Developed exciting and enjoyable activities for patients to enhance well being according to needs.
- Managed the coordination of appointments with external healthcare providers, including transport logistics and accompaniment.
- Planned and led engaging recreational activities tailored to residents' interests, promoting social interaction and mental stimulation.
- Implemented individual support plans and tailored activities.
- Prepared nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary requirements and preferences.
- Conducted regular measurements to monitor patients' temperature, pulse and weight.
- Advocated for clients' rights and well-being, liaising with services to access support and resources.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, reporting any significant changes to senior healthcare staff to ensure timely interventions.
- Carried out spot checks on care workers, ensuring staff worked within guidelines and followed regulations.
- Kept spaces clean and organised, handling linens, clothes washing and basic housekeeping.
- Assisted clients with domestic tasks, grocery shopping and pet care.
- Provided regular wound care, including cleaning and dressing changes, to promote healing. with regular cleanings and dressing changes.
- Maintained supply of healthy ingredients, snacks and meal options for clients.
- Supported clients during outings and appointments, providing transportation and mobility assistance.
Care Assistant
residential and nursing homes
Grimsby, N.E.lincs
03.1985 - 08.1997
Education
NVQ Level 3 - care
Grimsby Institute
Grimsby01-2014
Certification
- Full clean driving licence Licence
- Up to date with all care plus group mandatory training certified
Hobbies and interests
- For 41 years i been a member of girl guiding
- i have enjoyed weekly visit learning line dancing
- For over 50 years attended church
- in the last year i have joined a gym and swimming
- I am now a season ticket holder for rugby league
Accomplishments
- To be in the same job for 29 years and worked in care homes prior to this job.
- Kept up to date with training, policies and procedures.
- Have a good sickness report'
- Honest and reliable
Timeline
Senior Care Worker
care plus group
09.1997 - Current
Care Assistant
residential and nursing homes
03.1985 - 08.1997
NVQ Level 3 - care
Grimsby Institute