Since the age of 19 I’ve been working as a care support worker with the same employer. I have also been appointed supervisor and have gained my nvq level 2 and 3 in health and social care
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Care Support Worker
Care Cymru
Newport, UK
08.2006 - Current
Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.
Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Entertained, conversed and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.