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Lisa Wheeldon

Chesterfield,Derbyshire

Summary

Dedicated care professional with extensive expertise in dementia and working with people with learning disabilities, adept at managing complex client needs with empathy and professionalism. Demonstrates strong skills in infection control, behaviour modification techniques, and safeguarding policies, ensuring the highest standards of client safety and well-being. Proven ability to handle challenging situations with resilience and maintain professional boundaries while advocating for clients' mental health and disability support. Committed to enhancing quality of life through effective care planning, medication administration, and risk assessment application.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Support Worker

EMH care and support
Chesterfield, Derbyshire
08.2013 - Current
  • Maintained detailed records of patient behaviour changes for healthcare team reference.
  • Enhanced wellbeing of patients by providing emotional support and companionship.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean environment for improved client health.
  • Provided transportation for medical appointments, ensuring timely arrival.
  • Completed housekeeping tasks resulting in a clean, safe home environment.
  • Increased comfort levels with personal care duties such as bathing and dressing.
  • Actively listened to client concerns thus creating a comforting environment.
  • Administered medication according to schedule, promoting optimal health outcomes.
  • Supported daily living skills training which increased client self-sufficiency.
  • Contributed feedback on patient progress leading to adjustments in personalised care plans.
  • Participated in regular team meetings, enhancing quality of care provided.
  • Promoted mental stimulation through conversation, reading and games resulting in enhanced cognitive function.
  • Implemented care plans set out by healthcare professionals leading to improved patient well-being.
  • Prepared nutritious meals that met special dietary needs of clients.
  • Helped achieve patient independence through guided tasks and activities.
  • Assured safety measures were met to prevent falls or accidents.
  • Assisted with mobility issues enabling easier movement around the home.
  • Provided companionship during outings contributing to an active social life for clients.
  • Used excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage and interact with individuals in need.
  • Built strong patient relationships through compassionate care and friendly rapport building.
  • Administered medication with rigorous planning and recordkeeping.
  • Promoted personal wellbeing and independence, building service user confidence through social and community interaction.
  • Empowered individuals to pursue hobbies and leisure activities such as shopping and creative activities.
  • Continuously promoted best practices in health, safety and security to safeguard service user welfare.
  • Reported on service user progress to senior staff, addressing concerns and suggesting appropriate action.

Day centre Support worker

HFT pinebank
Chesterfield, Derbyshire
07.2006 - 08.2013

Participated in regular team meetings to enhance care quality.

  • Promoted physical activity by assisting with exercises, improving client health conditions.
  • Implemented care plans established by healthcare professionals to elevate patient well-being.
  • Delivered tasks successfully within tight deadlines.
  • Provided friendly, efficient customer service while managing challenging situations.
  • Acquired new skills that increased efficiency and productivity.

Education

NVQ Level 2 - Health and Social care

Chesterfield College
Chesterfield
09.2007 - 06.2008

NVQ Level 3 - Health and Social care

Enable care
Chesterfield, Derbyshire
07.2013 - 06.2014

Skills

  • Dealing with vulnerable clients
  • Dementia care expertise
  • Palliative care understanding
  • Infection control knowledge
  • resilience in difficult situations
  • Behaviour modification techniques
  • Empathy for clients
  • Professional boundaries understanding
  • Self-Management
  • Risk assessment application
  • reliable and trustworthy
  • Personal care
  • Activities of Daily Living
  • Medication Administration
  • Care management
  • Meal preparation
  • Care planning
  • Safeguarding policies
  • Client advocacy
  • Mental health support
  • Housekeeping management
  • Disability support

Timeline

Support Worker

EMH care and support
08.2013 - Current

NVQ Level 3 - Health and Social care

Enable care
07.2013 - 06.2014

NVQ Level 2 - Health and Social care

Chesterfield College
09.2007 - 06.2008

Day centre Support worker

HFT pinebank
07.2006 - 08.2013
Lisa Wheeldon