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Louise Aldred

Ilkeston,Derbyshire

Summary

Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive experience in palliative care and phlebotomy, demonstrating exceptional time management and data entry efficiency. Skilled in catheter management, working as part of a multidisciplinary team, and providing preventative healthcare. Proficient in patient observations, first aid, personal care assistance, and communicating with non-verbal patients. Committed to infection prevention and control, manual handling training, safeguarding vulnerable adults, and maintaining confidentiality. Career goals include advancing expertise in patient health checks and record-keeping to enhance patient care quality.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work history

Healthcare support worker

NHS Foundation Trust
Derby, Derbyshire
09.2018 - Current
  • Supported the implementation of care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
  • Provided emotional support for patients and their families during difficult times.
  • Ensured timely delivery of meals and refreshments, maintaining hydration levels of patients.
  • Assisted in administering medication as per instructions from qualified professionals, ensuring correct dosage and timing are followed.
  • Communicated sensitively with patients whilst respecting privacy and dignity at all times.
  • Improved patient comfort by assisting with daily personal hygiene tasks.
  • Assisted medical staff with routine clinical procedures, enhancing efficiency, such as observations and pressure area care
  • Assisted in mobility exercises to enhance physical strength and recovery of patients.

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Care assistant

Ashmere
Smalley , Derbyshire
03.2017 - 09.2018
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations, ensuring safety of all residents.
  • Administered medication to patients, ensuring proper health management.
  • Worked closely under supervision from registered nurses contributing to efficient workflow within the facility.
  • Monitored vital signs of patients for early detection of health complications.
  • Aid in mobility exercises which resulted in improved physical strength among elderly residents.
  • Assisted in daily living activities for enhanced patient comfort.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team for effective patient care delivery.
  • Respected privacy and dignity of each resident during provision of care services.

Care assistant

Bramble Lodge
West Hallam, Derbyshire
09.2011 - 09.2017
  • Organised recreational activities for improved social interaction amongst residents.
  • Encouraged independence among patients whilst assisting them with tasks.
  • Aid in mobility exercises which resulted in improved physical strength among elderly residents.
  • Assisted in daily living activities for enhanced patient comfort.
  • Adhered strictly to professional standards, regulations and policies at all times while executing duties.
  • Participated actively in team meetings discussing ways to improve service delivery leading to enhanced quality of life for the residents.
  • Monitored vital signs of patients for early detection of health complications.

Kitchen assistant

JD Wetherspoon
Derby/Ilkeston, Derbyshire
01.2007 - 09.2011
  • Helped in the plating of dishes for enhanced visual appeal and presentation.
  • Assisted in stock rotation, reducing spoilage and wastage of ingredients.
  • Stored ingredients properly, extending their freshness dates significantly.
  • Followed safety procedures whilst using kitchen equipment to prevent accidents on duty.
  • Assisted chefs with meal preparations for smoother service during peak hours.
  • Cleaned utensils, achieving a more efficient work environment.
  • Adhered to health and safety regulations with careful handling of food and equipment.
  • Washed dishes quickly after meals service to free up space in the kitchen area.

Education

NVQ Level 3 - Health and social care

Derby College
Derby
01.2018 - 01.2019

Skills

  • Time management
  • Data entry efficiency
  • Palliative care experience
  • Phlebotomy experience
  • Catheter management
  • Working a part of an MDT
  • Resilience and stamina
  • Preventative healthcare
  • Incontinence support
  • Urine sample collection
  • Patient observations
  • First Aid
  • Personal care assistance
  • Communicating with non-verbal patients
  • Basic life support
  • Infection prevention and control
  • Manual handling training
  • Meal and drink service
  • Patient assessments
  • Hazardous waste disposal
  • Safeguarding vulnerable adults
  • Patient health checks
  • Record-keeping
  • Patient transportation
  • Confidentiality maintenance

Affiliations

  • Swimming, time with nephews and godchildren, Reading, Live Comedy and music

Timeline

Healthcare support worker

NHS Foundation Trust
09.2018 - Current

NVQ Level 3 - Health and social care

Derby College
01.2018 - 01.2019

Care assistant

Ashmere
03.2017 - 09.2018

Care assistant

Bramble Lodge
09.2011 - 09.2017

Kitchen assistant

JD Wetherspoon
01.2007 - 09.2011
Louise Aldred