Ruth Murray
Wick,Highland
Summary
Compassionate Support Worker with highly relevant skills in communication and empathy, combined with strong problem-solving abilities. Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and caring attitude towards older adults. Dedicated to enhancing quality of life and well-being of those in care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Support worker (Older adults in care)
Lauraandy Day Centre
Wick, Highland
2025.11 - Current
- Helped residents maintain independence through personalised assistance with personal tasks.
- Upheld dignity and respect at all times when assisting older adults with personal tasks such as bathing or dressing.
- Supported family visits by preparing rooms and facilitating comfortable interactions between parties.
- Maintained accurate records of individual's conditions and behaviours to provide effective care planning.
Support Work Mental Health
Haven
Wick, Highland
2024.11 - Current
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
Relief Support Worker for clients with addictions
Beechwood House
Inverness, Highland
2023.07 - Current
- Administered medication according to schedule, promoting optimal health outcomes.
- Contributed feedback on patient progress leading to adjustments in personalised care plans.
- Helped achieve patient independence through guided tasks and activities.
- Encouraged social integration by facilitating community involvement opportunities.
- Actively listened to client concerns thus creating a comforting environment.
- Promoted mental stimulation through conversation, reading and games resulting in enhanced cognitive function.
- Maintained detailed records of patient behaviour changes for healthcare team reference.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Mental Health Nursing
University of Highlands and Islands
Inverness, Highland 2023.09 - 2025.12
HIgher - Care
North HIghland Campus
Thurso, Highland 2022.08 - 2023.06
Skills
- Understanding confidentiality legislation
- Issue reporting procedures
- Daily living activities assistance
- Communication proficiency
- Respectful attitude
- Dignity maintenance
- Basic nursing care
- Positive outlook
Timeline
Support worker (Older adults in care)
Lauraandy Day Centre
2025.11 - Current
Support Work Mental Health
Haven
2024.11 - Current
Diploma of Higher Education - Mental Health Nursing
University of Highlands and Islands
2023.09 - 2025.12
Relief Support Worker for clients with addictions
Beechwood House
2023.07 - Current
HIgher - Care
North HIghland Campus
2022.08 - 2023.06