Rachel Chapple
Poole,Dorset
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with expertise in risk assessment procedures, child protection protocols, and patient safeguarding. Proficient in medication administration, intimate personal care, and disability care, with a strong focus on person-centred support. Skilled in clinical documentation and record-keeping, ensuring accurate patient records and compliance with nursing best practices. Experienced in hoist operation and enteral feeding techniques such as gastrostomy and jejunostomy. Committed to enhancing patient care through continuous learning and adherence to emergency protocols.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Night Team Leader
Diverse Abilities
Poole, Dorset
2024.02 - Current
- Complied with company policies and procedures to maintain quality standards.
- Collaborated with team members for efficient service
- Provided emotional support to distressed individuals for calming effect.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, enhancing dignity and comfort.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential hazards in the living area.
- Assisted in administering medication to ensure health of residents.
- Ensured residents' safety by conducting regular checks throughout the night.
- Managed challenging behaviours using de-escalation techniques for peaceful resolution.
- Improved resident wellbeing through active listening and empathy.
- Communicated effectively with residents, building strong relationships.
- Maintained clean and safe living environment, promoting a positive atmosphere.
- Documented nightly reports accurately, ensuring continuity of care.
- Pushed for person-centred approach in all interactions, respecting individuality and preferences.
- Respected clients' confidentiality whilst recording sensitive information correctly and securely.
- Dealt promptly with emergencies following established protocols for safety assurance.
- Promoted sleep and wellbeing, monitoring resident sleep patterns and promptly reporting concerns to [Job Title].
- Ensured continuity of care by ensuring timely, accurate documentation of services performed in [Software].
- Remained awake throughout night to oversee safety and wellbeing of up to [Number] residents per shift.
- Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
- Monitored client health conditions and reported immediate issues to manager.
- Delivered high-quality care to clients with disabilities, achieving care plan objectives.
- Submitted reports to manager regarding status of client.
- Ensured patients took all medications as prescribed by their doctor, recording details of itimings and side effects.
Nursing assistant
Diverse Abilities
Poole, Dorset
1989.04 - 2024.01
- Monitored vital signs regularly, ensuring early detection of potential health issues.
- Maintained clean and safe environment by following hygiene standards and protocols.
- Delivered compassionate emotional support to patients during difficult times.
- Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening and empathy, encouraging open communication.
- Conducted regular checks on medical supplies inventory for timely replenishment.
- Provided high-quality patient care, resulting in increased comfort and satisfaction.
- Administered medication to patients for improved health outcomes.
- Supported nurses during medical procedures, contributing to successful treatment plans.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families for better understanding of treatments.
- Complied strictly with infection control policies, minimising risk of disease spread.
- Organised patient records meticulously, aiding swift retrieval when needed.
- Collaborated closely with healthcare team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Recorded vital signs and other metrics to inform care team of ongoing progress.
- Performed daily clinical observations, recording medical data accurately and securely.
- Recorded weight and height measurements, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Carried out safe, secure manual handling, promoting independence whilst assisting patients with mobility.
- Cleaned, sterilised and stored clinical equipment appropriately.
- Collected and disposed of clinical waste in line with regulations.
- Administered oral medication to incapacitated patients as outlined in care plans.
- Built caring, supportive relationships with residents, enhancing daily life through personalised care.
- Reported non-compliant behaviour to head nurses to maintain high-quality care.
- Collaborated with nurses to evaluate care plan outcomes, implementing or adjusting interventions accordingly.
- Monitored medical supply levels and restocked exam rooms.
- Supported data security and patient privacy with adherence to confidentiality protocols.
- Gathered and documented patient vital signs on [ Timeframe ] basis.
- Established relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare professionals to promote patients' personal care plan goal achievement.
- Followed and promoted protocols and procedures to ensure effectiveness, efficiency and safety.
- Performed patient assessments, documented vital signs and reported changes to supervisors.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Family and Community Care
Bournemouth and Poole College
United Kingdom 09/1985 - 09/1987
Skills
- Risk assessment procedures
- Child protection protocols
- Basic life support
- Medication Administration
- Intimate personal care
- Patient record keeping
- Person-centred support
- Patient safeguarding
- Disability Care
- Hoist operation
- Record-keeping
- Clinical documentation
- Following emergancy protocols
- Gastrostomy and jejunostomy enteral feeding
- Checking basic observations
- Nursing best practices
Certification
Moving and handling 26.02.24
SafeGuarding 26.02.24
Safeguarding Adults 26.02.24
Autism awareness 26.02.24
Food Safety Hygiene 27.02.24
Epilepsy Awareness 27.02.24
Dysphagia and choking 27.02.24
Medication Administration 27.02.24
First Aid Skills 27.02.24 (All online training)
First Aid at work 05.03.24 (face to face)
Care Planning 25.06.25
First Aid for under 5's 2023
Affiliations
- I love to take my Spaniel out for long walks
- Meeting up with friends for coffee
- Spending time with my family
Accomplishments
I received a certificate for a long service award in 2024
Languages
English
Native
Timeline
Night Team Leader
Diverse Abilities
2024.02 - Current
Nursing assistant
Diverse Abilities
1989.04 - 2024.01
NVQ Level 3 - Family and Community Care
Bournemouth and Poole College
09/1985 - 09/1987