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REEMA RAJU

GATESHEAD

Summary

Compassionate healthcare professional specialising in elderly and dementia care, emphasising sensory impairment communication and adherence to NHS policies. Preserves patient dignity and respects cultural differences while managing diverse needs under pressure. Delivers effective personal hygiene support and fosters a supportive environment for individuals with complex health requirements.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Healthcare assistant

Amicura Kingfisher Care Home
North Shields, North Tyneside
2024.12 - Current
  • Provided person-centred care by assisting with daily living activities, implementing personalised care plans, and maintaining resident dignity while supporting mobility and personal care.
  • Managed personal hygiene of bed-bound patients; maintained dignity and respect at all times.
  • Assisted in physical therapy sessions with patients to promote mobility improvement.
  • Ensured infection control measures were adhered to strictly for a safe environment for both staff and patients alike.
  • Managed challenging behaviour in dementia-affected individuals using effective communication and de-escalation techniques without resorting to force or intimidation.
  • Recognised individual needs by actively listening to preferences, acknowledging feelings, and responding appropriately to ensure comfort.
  • Passionate about making a positive difference and ensuring the physical and emotional wellbeing of residents.
  • Upheld patient confidentiality at all times whilst performing duties as per data protection norms set down by the NHS.
  • Prepared meals for patients, ensured balanced nutrition intake.

Healthcare assistant

Northumbriya NHS Trust Hospitals under TTM CONSUL
Gateshead
2024.03 - 2024.11
  • Assisted elderly residents with daily tasks such as eating, bathing and dressing up for an enhanced quality of life while living in care homes.
  • Collaborated with nurses to provide comprehensive patient care, ensuring a smooth recovery path.
  • Prepared meals for patients, ensured balanced nutrition intake.
  • Upheld patient confidentiality at all times whilst performing duties as per data protection norms set down by the NHS.

Healthcare Assistant

Ryton Consultancy
Gateshead
2023.09 - 2024.03

Assisted elderly residents with daily tasks such as eating, bathing and dressing up for an enhanced quality of life while living in care homes.

  • Assisted in patient care, improved comfort and well-being.
  • Handled challenging behaviour from dementia-affected individuals effectively without resorting to force or intimidation.
  • Ensured infection control measures were adhered to strictly for a safe environment for both staff and patients alike.
  • Prepared meals for patients, ensured balanced nutrition intake.
  • Delivered support services to residents at Prime Rose Care Home in Felling Square, Gateshead.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing Sciences

Royal College Of Nursing
Bangalore, India
2004.10 - 2009.03

Skills

  • Dementia care training
  • Elderly care proficiency
  • Personal hygiene maintenance assistance
  • Communicating with dementia patients
  • Sensory impairment communication
  • Adapting to patient needs
  • Healthcare ethical standards understanding
  • Knowledge of nhs policies
  • Healthcare software proficiency
  • Multitasking under pressure
  • Respecting cultural differences
  • Patient dignity preservation

Timeline

Healthcare assistant

Amicura Kingfisher Care Home
2024.12 - Current

Healthcare assistant

Northumbriya NHS Trust Hospitals under TTM CONSUL
2024.03 - 2024.11

Healthcare Assistant

Ryton Consultancy
2023.09 - 2024.03

Bachelor of Science - Nursing Sciences

Royal College Of Nursing
2004.10 - 2009.03
REEMA RAJU