Sarah Holt
Haydock,St. Helens
Summary
Efficient and reliable Certified Nursing Assistant with excellent experience in hospital settings. Skilled in assisting with technical nursing treatments, supporting diagnostic procedures and accurately charting patient records. Well-qualified healthcare professional adept at managing specimens, assisting with mobility and responding to emergencies. Excellent relationship-building, prioritisation and time management skills. Certified in Hospital settings.
Enthusiastic individual skilled in building rapport and influence for trusted relationships and improved outcomes. Practical and proactive for adaptable support tailored to Certain needs. Proactive Team Member with extensive experience in industrial product lines. Committed to maintaining efficiency and excellent quality assurance. Skilled at working with no supervision and knowledgeable about production equipment use and repairs. Highly efficient individual, well established in fast-paced and challenging environments. Eager to learn with aptitude for applying new knowledge with skill and efficiency. To s[Job Title]eek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Nursing Associate
St Helens And Knowsley Teaching Hospital
Merseyside, Prescott
2019.01 - 2022.10
- Input patient data onto clinical system, adhering to confidentiality laws.
- Recorded weight and height measurements, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Cleaned, sterilised and stored clinical equipment appropriately.
- 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.
- Diligently followed Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) policies to minimise ward infection rates.
- Supported bed-ridden patients through regular repositioning and chair-based exercise, helping to prevent sores, joint degeneration and blood clotting.
- Built caring, supportive relationships with residents, enhancing daily life through personalised care.
- Delivered practical and emotional support to patients and caregivers, enhancing quality care provisions.
- Carried out safe, secure manual handling, promoting independence whilst assisting patients with mobility.
- Monitored medical supply levels and restocked exam rooms.
- Supported data security and patient privacy with adherence to confidentiality protocols.
- Collected and disposed of clinical waste in line with regulations.
- Responded to patient call lights and supported continuum of care with appropriate interventions.
- Prepared treatment rooms prior to use.
- Charted patient data in company EHR system.
- Educated patients and family members on in-home care techniques.
- Performed daily clinical observations, recording medical data accurately and securely.
- Administered oral medication to incapacitated patients as outlined in care plans.
Health care assistant
ST Helens And Knowsley Teaching Hospital
Merseyside, Prescott
2017.06 - 2019.01
- Vigilantly monitored changes in physical and mental health, reporting deterioration to senior carers for urgent attention.
- Aided service users in everyday activities, such as washing and dressing, ensuring constant safety and effective care.
- Administered blood tests and blood pressure checks.
- Met with patients and families to discuss care plan adaptations, seeking continual improvement.
- Safely escorted patients during medical appointments and hospital visits.
- Supported clinical staff to complete health assessments.
- Delivered high-quality, dedicated care to clients with disability, consistently achieving individual care plan objectives.
- Helped service users improve their independence, building strength and confidence to enhance daily living.
- Completed care documentation and monitored patient progress to achieve up-to-date records.
- Thoroughly sterilised and sanitised clinical and mobility equipment.
- Worked closely with nurses to maintain high levels of communication.
- Improved service users' daily lives through compassionate conversation, empathetic care and community socialisation.
- Demonstrated consistent respect and privacy for care users, maintaining dignity irrespective of circumstance.
- Prepared healthy meals and delivered feeding support.
- Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
- Charted daily observations, mobility activity and eating percentages to aid continued client assessment.
- Optimised patient satisfaction through compassionate, considered care and communication.
- Maintained confidentiality and compliance standards for optimised patient care.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on latest care practices by attending regular meetings and training opportunities.
- Prepared healthy meals with additional mealtime planning, feeding and support.
- Delivered high-quality care to clients with disabilities, achieving care plan objectives.
- Worked professionally with caregiving teams and hospital departments to maintain continuity of care.
- Completed documentation of care, hospital actions and patient activities for up-to-date client records.
- Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
- Monitored individual's physical and emotional wellbeing, promptly reporting changes and providing suggestions for care plan adjustments.
- Minimised care continuity issues by keeping thorough, accurate records.
Care Assistant
Mayfield's
Merseyside, Prescott
2016.10 - 2017.06
- Monitored individual's physical and emotional wellbeing, promptly reporting changes and providing suggestions for care plan adjustments.
- Minimised care continuity issues by keeping thorough, accurate records.
- Maintained confidentiality and compliance standards for optimised patient care.
- Maintained optimal safety standards throughout client home and care environments, prioritising risk-reduction, health and hygiene.
- Used outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with clients for exceptional satisfaction ratings.
- Worked professionally with caregiving teams and hospital departments to maintain continuity of care.
- Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
- Delivered high-quality care to clients with disabilities, achieving care plan objectives.
- Prepared healthy meals with additional mealtime planning, feeding and support.
- Maintained high levels of client satisfaction by providing tailored, personalised care that consistently met individual needs.
- Charted daily observations, mobility activity and eating percentages to aid continued client assessment.
- Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
- Accompanied client to medical or dental appointments, grocery and errands.
- Monitored client health conditions and reported immediate issues to manager.
- Submitted reports to manager regarding status of client.
- Organised activities and exercises to promote physical and mental well-being.
- Observed patient condition and behaviour closely, reporting changes or concerns promptly.
- Delivered personal care focused on individual needs, preserving patient dignity and self-esteem.
- Kept patient environments clean and neat following optimum hygiene standards.
- Successfully positioned, lifted and moved patients from bed into wheelchairs, applying safe handling techniques.
- Assembled and dismantled equipment required by healthcare professionals.
- Provided attentive first-hand care, comfort and safety to patients.
- Positioned, lifted and transported patients with limited mobility.
- Ensured optimal hydration, monitoring and recording patients' fluid intake and output in fluid balance charts.
- Improved patients' quality of living, engaging in fulfilling and meaningful activities to encourage community access.
- Assisted with rehabilitative care following treatment plans established by health professionals.
- Updated families regularly on patient progress and treatment plan changes.
- Maintained hygiene standards, cleaning and clearing patient rooms according to ward protocol.
Care Worker
Care ASSURED
Merseyside, St. Helens
2015.03 - 2016.10
- Assisted individuals with daily activities to facilitate independent living.
- Aided in bathing, dressing and continence support.
- Planned, prepared and served meals for [Number] clients, strictly following prescribed dietary orders.
- Implemented support plans into service users' daily activities.
- Followed safe lifting and driving practices to achieve highest level of client safety.
- Transported clients to appointments and completed errands.
- Maintained accurate records to effectively measure client development against care plan objectives.
- Updated doctors and family members on client progress.
- Provided personal hygiene assistance, consistently promoting comfort, dignity and respect.
- Supported, guided and empowered service users to achieve their optimal capabilities.
- Adapted communication to enhance understanding of non-verbal, deaf, or elderly clients.
- Observed and documented vital signs, promptly reporting abnormalities for monitoring.
- Upheld nationally recognised care standards.
- Provided specialised support care to vulnerable individuals, effectively reducing hospital readmissions.
- Talked and actively listened to service users to nurture trusted relationships.
Care Worker
Haydock Community Care
Merseyside, Haydock
2014.08 - 2015.03
- Assisted individuals with daily activities to facilitate independent living.
- Aided in bathing, dressing and continence support.
- Planned, prepared and served meals for [Number] clients, strictly following prescribed dietary orders.
- Implemented support plans into service users' daily activities.
- Administered medication with rigorous planning and recordkeeping.
- Transported clients to appointments and completed errands.
- Performed range of motion exercises, supporting improved service user health and fitness.
- Updated doctors and family members on client progress.
- Provided personal hygiene assistance, consistently promoting comfort, dignity and respect.
- Supported, guided and empowered service users to achieve their optimal capabilities.
- Observed and documented vital signs, promptly reporting abnormalities for monitoring.
- Upheld nationally recognised care standards.
- Talked and actively listened to service users to nurture trusted relationships.
- Provided specialised support care to vulnerable individuals, effectively reducing hospital readmissions.
Education
Nursing Foundation - Nursing
Edge Hill University
Ormskirk 2019.01 - 2021.03
NVQ LVL3 - Care
Care Assured
MerseysideSkills
- Clinical observations
- Quality patient care
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Emotional patient support
- Secure manual handling
- Personal care
- Healthcare support
- Practical patient support
- Cannulation
- Specimen collection
- Basic life support
- Patient risk assessment
- Clinical waste disposal
- Catheterisation
- Patient observations
- Pressure area care
- Patient handling and positioning
- Stoma care
- Pain level assessment
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Problem-solving
- Customer-focused
- Team building
- Public relations
Languages
English
Fluent
Timeline
Nursing Associate
St Helens And Knowsley Teaching Hospital
2019.01 - 2022.10
Nursing Foundation - Nursing
Edge Hill University
2019.01 - 2021.03
Health care assistant
ST Helens And Knowsley Teaching Hospital
2017.06 - 2019.01
Care Assistant
Mayfield's
2016.10 - 2017.06
Care Worker
Care ASSURED
2015.03 - 2016.10
Care Worker
Haydock Community Care
2014.08 - 2015.03
NVQ LVL3 - Care
Care Assured