Mariam Abdallah Naajia
Derby ,Derbyshire
Summary
Compassionate Senior Care Assistant with robust experience in providing top-tier support and care to residents. Skilled in administering medication, personal care, and maintaining accurate care records. Strong background in fostering supportive and safe environment, ensuring residents' well-being and dignity. Proven ability to work collaboratively with healthcare teams, enhancing overall patient care quality.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Care Assistant
Avery Healthcare
Derby, Derbyshire
2025.08 - Current
- Engaged in respectful communication, respecting the dignity of those in care.
- Assisted residents with personal care tasks, including bathing, dressing, and grooming, promoting independence and dignity.
- Documented care provided, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records were kept.
- Supported residents with mobility issues, using hoists and mobility aids safely to prevent injuries and promote independence.
- Administered medications to residents according to their personalised care plans, adhering to stringent safety protocols.
- Participated in training sessions, continuously improving care techniques and knowledge.
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting independence amongst elderly clients.
- Built strong, trusting relationships with patients by providing continuous support and delivering best possible care.
- Managed challenging behaviour sensitively, adopting a person-centred approach.
- Provided personalised care and support to residents, enhancing their quality of life.
- Supported residents to achieve personal goals, leading to improved overall resident satisfaction.
- Responded to emergencies with composure and efficiency, applying first aid and CPR training to safeguard resident health.
- Delivered specialised dementia care, utilising evidence-based approaches to support memory and cognitive function.
- Provided emotional support and companionship, building trusting relationships.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential hazards within the care setting.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, applying first aid and alerting medical staff.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to deliver integrated care services.
- Assisted in the implementation of care plans, tailored to individual needs.
- Supervised junior care assistants, providing mentorship and feedback to elevate care standards and team performance.
- Delivered service according to policies, procedures and practices.
- Conducted daily assessments of resident's health and wellbeing, promptly addressing any concerns with healthcare professionals.
- Coordinated with family members, providing updates and involving them in care decisions.
- Encouraged residents to participate in decision-making regarding their care, fostering a sense of autonomy and respect.
Healthcare Assistant
My Homecare
Derby , Derbyshire
2024.02 - Current
- Assist service users in there own homes,
- Administer medication
- Complex care
- Actively listened to patients' complaints and feedback, actioning improvements to continuously elevate quality of care.
- Built strong, trusting relationships with patients by providing continuous support and delivering best possible care.
- Documented care plans, hospital actions and patient activities in line with best practices.
- Counselled patients on pain management and medication risks with strong focus on substance abuse prevention.
- Assisted in walking, talking and movement activities for rehabilitation purposes.
- Changed bed linen and washed patient clothes regularly, maintaining proper hygiene standards.
- Maintained excellent patient relationships by going the extra mile to attend to their needs and provide ongoing support.
- Helped service user improve mental wellbeing by providing a helpful and happy service throughout care.
- Supported service users wellbeing by planning and participating in daily activities and exercise.
- Provided care to service user’s following detailed care and rehabilitation plans.
- Assisted service users in the basic hygiene requirements, including bathing, washing and dressing.
- Assisted in the administration of various medications and taking samples from patients when required.
- Reviewed individualised care plans, making changes based on progress and required improvements.
- Aided in bathing, dressing and general mobility.
- Cleaned rooms and sanitised kitchen workspaces.
Senior Care Assistant
Winnastar Healthcare
Derby , Derbyshire
2023.09 - 2025.03
- Engaged in respectful communication, respecting the dignity of those in care.
- Helped patients with personal care tasks, including meal assistance, toileting and mobility support.
- Assisted residents with personal care tasks, including bathing, dressing, and grooming, promoting independence and dignity.
- Documented care provided, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records were kept.
- Supported residents with mobility issues, using hoists and mobility aids safely to prevent injuries and promote independence.
- Participated in training sessions, continuously improving care techniques and knowledge.
- Administered medications to residents according to their personalised care plans, adhering to stringent safety protocols.
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting independence amongst elderly clients.
- Built strong, trusting relationships with patients by providing continuous support and delivering best possible care.
- Maintained clean and hygienic living environments, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Managed challenging behaviour sensitively, adopting a person-centred approach.
- Provided personalised care and support to residents, enhancing their quality of life.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, offering emotional support to both residents and their families during difficult times.
- Responded to emergencies with composure and efficiency, applying first aid and CPR training to safeguard resident health.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs, contributing to health assessments and care plans.
- Provided emotional support and companionship, building trusting relationships.
- Monitored patient health, behavioural and physical changes, promptly reporting concerns to ward supervisor.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential hazards within the care setting.
- Assisted in the implementation of care plans, tailored to individual needs.
- Supervised junior care assistants, providing mentorship and feedback to elevate care standards and team performance.
Care Assistant
Maxcure Hospital
Accra, Ghana
2012.05 - 2023.09
- City: Accra
- Country: Ghana
- Observing, monitoring and recording patients' conditions by taking temperatures, pulse, respiration and weight
- Communication with patients, relatives and carers
- Assisting with clinical duties
- Personal care including infection prevention and control, food, personal hygiene and overall reassurance, comfort and safety
- Promoting positive mental/physical/nutritional health with patients
- Checking and ordering supplies
- Actively listened to patients' complaints and feedback, actioning improvements to continuously elevate quality of care.
- Built strong, trusting relationships with patients by providing continuous support and delivering best possible care.
- Provided quality personal care, such as dressing and bathing, while maintaining respect and sensitivity.
- Promoted and encouraged independence while assisting patients with daily routines.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Health and Social Care level 5 (CPD)
Professional Development Academy
London, ENG2026-01
Diploma of Higher Education - Health and Social Care level 3 (CPD)
Reed
online2025-01
Certificate of Higher Education - Fire Safety,Fire Safety for Domiciliary Care,First Aid,Food Hygiene,Health and Safety,Infection Cont
Care Skills Academy
Online 2023-01
Certificate of Higher Education - Healthcare Assistant level 1&2
Phersons Health College
Ghana 2012
Diploma - System Engineering
IPMC
Accra Ghana2009
Skills
- ORGANISATIONAL
- SKILLS
- Elderly care
- Home care
- Personal care assistance
- Support work
- Stoma
- Trachea
- Tracheostomy Care
- Personal care
- Manual handling
- Cleaning
- Patient relationship building
- Patient activity planning
- Infection control procedures
- First aid administration
- Food preparation
- Bathing support
- Medicine administration
- Dignity in care
- Mobility assistance
- Toileting support
- Medication Administration
- Domestic cleaning
- Nail trimming
- Care planning
- Domestic assistance
- Meal assistance and feeding
- Emotional support
- Nursing/Health Care
- Strong clinical judgement
- Experienced critical care assistant nurse
- Palliative care awareness
- Patient/family focused
- Patient evaluation/intervention
- Professional bedside manner
- Problem resolution capability
- Patient and family advocacy
- Pressure monitoring
- Rapid Response
Additional Information
- Driving License
Driving License B/Access to own car
- Reference
Upon Request
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Hobby and interests
Caring for others and community support
Volunteering and helping vulnerable people
- Watching documentaries
- Travelling
- Learning new skills
- Spending time with family
- Team activities
- Community support work
Timeline
Senior Care Assistant
Avery Healthcare
2025.08 - Current
Healthcare Assistant
My Homecare
2024.02 - Current
Senior Care Assistant
Winnastar Healthcare
2023.09 - 2025.03
Care Assistant
Maxcure Hospital
2012.05 - 2023.09
Certificate of Higher Education - Fire Safety,Fire Safety for Domiciliary Care,First Aid,Food Hygiene,Health and Safety,Infection Cont
Care Skills Academy
Certificate of Higher Education - Healthcare Assistant level 1&2
Phersons Health College
Diploma - System Engineering
IPMC
Diploma of Higher Education - Health and Social Care level 5 (CPD)
Professional Development Academy
Diploma of Higher Education - Health and Social Care level 3 (CPD)
Reed