Melanie Farrow
ATTLEBOROUGH,Norfolk
Summary
Offering strong interpersonal and communication skills with compassionate approach to caregiving. Knowledgeable about supporting individuals with daily activities, ensuring safety, and promoting well-being. Ready to use and develop empathy, patience, and organisational skills in [Desired Position] role.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Night care assistant
The Crossroad Group
Attleborough, Norfolk
06.2022 - Current
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness by regular tidying of residents' rooms.
- Assisted with personal care tasks for improvement in patient comfort and dignity.
- Ensured safety of patients by conducting regular night checks.
- General cleaning duties as required.
- Provided emotional support to distressed residents, promoting a calming environment.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations, upholding resident well-being.
- Assisted in feeding activities; improved nutritional intake of residents.
- Aided mobility-impaired individuals with moving around the facility; enhanced physical activity levels.
- Facilitated communication amongst residents during late hours for a sense of community within the care home.
- Documented nightly observations meticulously; provided crucial information for day staff.
- Conducted respectful and dignified end-of-life care when required; ensured comfortable final moments for patients.
- Encouraged social interaction amongst residents during unsociable hours to prevent feelings of isolation.
- Attended training sessions regularly; updated knowledge on best practices in elderly care.
Night care assistant
Laurels Care Home
Attleborough, Norfolk
05.2018 - 03.2022
Senior Night Care Assistant
First Choice Homecare
Harleston, Norfolk
05.2014 - 03.2018
Night care assistant
Allied HealthcareN
Norwich, Norfolk
01.2006 - 04.2014
Education
O Level -
Great Yarmouth College of Further Education
Great Yarmouth, Norfolk 09.1979 - 07.1980
CSE -
Alderman Leach Secondary Modern School
Gorleston-on-Sea, Norfolk 09.1974 - 05.1979
Affiliations
- I enjoy Driving my car, Visiting English heritage sites, reading,gardening,walking my dog, spending time with my family, spoiling my 6 Grandchildren
Timeline
Night care assistant
The Crossroad Group
06.2022 - Current
Night care assistant
Laurels Care Home
05.2018 - 03.2022
Senior Night Care Assistant
First Choice Homecare
05.2014 - 03.2018
Night care assistant
Allied HealthcareN
01.2006 - 04.2014
O Level -
Great Yarmouth College of Further Education
09.1979 - 07.1980
CSE -
Alderman Leach Secondary Modern School
09.1974 - 05.1979
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