Lucy smoker
Welwyn Garden City,Hertfordshire
Summary
Caring, compassionate and reliable care assistant with several years of experience supporting individuals with personal care, medication, mobility and day-to-day needs. Experienced in working independently and as part of a team while maintaining dignity, privacy and respect at all times.
I hold a Level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care and have recently completed an Access to Nursing course. I am now looking to develop my experience within a clinical environment as a Healthcare Assistant or Clinical Support Worker, working alongside nurses to further develop my knowledge and skills.
My long-term ambition is to become a registered nurse. I am passionate about caring for people and gaining more experience to make a positive difference in their lives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Care Assistant
Hartwig Care
03.2022 - Current
- Supporting clients with personal care while maintaining their dignity and independence.
- Delivered personalised care and support to individuals, enhancing their comfort and wellbeing at home.
- Assisting with daily living activities and household tasks, such as cleaning and cooking.
- Supporting mobility and moving and handling.
- Providing companionship and emotional support.
- Assisting with medication in line with care plans and company procedures.
- Building positive relationships with clients and their families.
- Follow care plans, safeguarding procedures, health and safety requirements and infection-control procedures.
- Communicating with colleagues and other professionals involved in the individual's care.
- Reporting changes in a client's condition or wellbeing.
- Completing mandatory training and keeping skills and knowledge up to date.
Care Assistant
Bluebird Care
07.2019 - 03.2020
- Facilitated safe moving and handling for individuals, ensuring comfort and dignity through appropriate equipment usage.
- Administered medication in line with their instructions and care plans.
- Followed safeguarding procedures and reported concerns regarding abuse, neglect, or risk to protect individuals' wellbeing.
- Followed care plans to ensure individuals received appropriate care and support.
- Identified and communicated changes in individuals' health, behaviour, or wellbeing to ensure timely intervention and support.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Nursing
Activate Learning
01-2026
NVQ Level 2 - Health and Social Care
Oaklands College
St. Albans01-2018
Skills
- Personal care
- Medication administration
- Risk assessment
- Moving and handling
- Safeguarding
- Teamwork
- Infection control
- Record keeping
- Communication
- Compassion
- Supporting independence
- Respecting privacy and dignity
- Time management
- Person-centred care
- Hoist operation
- End Of Life Care
Timeline
Care Assistant
Hartwig Care
03.2022 - Current
Care Assistant
Bluebird Care
07.2019 - 03.2020
NVQ Level 3 - Nursing
Activate Learning
NVQ Level 2 - Health and Social Care
Oaklands College