Sarah Lappin
Craigavon,Armagh Banbridge and Craigavon
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated, possessing strong communication and problem-solving skills essential for providing quality care. Demonstrates proficiency in patient support and ability to manage challenging situations calmly and efficiently. Committed to making positive impact on patients' lives and contributing to success of [Desired Position] role.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work history
Health care worker
Anns home care
Portadown, Armagh Banbridge and Craigavon
2026.01 - Current
- Assisted with patient mobility to promote physical wellbeing.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements for optimal nutrition intake of patients.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care, eased distress during final stages of life.
- Improved patient comfort by providing daily personal care tasks.
- Supported personal hygiene needs, contributed to overall wellbeing of patients.
- Managed challenging behaviour using de-escalation techniques, ensured a calm atmosphere.
- Also within my own home enviroment..im a mother to 6 kidd
- One with autism and challenging behavior everyday is different.
Nursery assistant
Little oaks
Portadown, Armagh Banbridge and Craigavon
2024.01 - 2024.05
- Maintained cleanliness and safety within the nursery setting, contributing to a healthier environment for children.
- Helped maintain attendance records guaranteeing accuracy and efficiency.
- Observed children's behaviours, providing important insights into their development stages.
Sales assistant
Jd sports
Portadown, Armagh Banbridge and Craigavon
2009.01 - 2013.05
- Assisted customers with product selection for optimal satisfaction.
- Utilised excellent communication skills to provide detailed product information.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly, keeping store operation seamless during peak hours.
Health care assistant
St francis nursing home
Portadown, Armagh Banbridge and Craigavon
2004.09 - 2008.04
- Popularised health promotion campaigns among patients by distributing relevant literature and explaining key messages clearly.
- Maintained stock levels of medical supplies on the ward, ensured uninterrupted provision of care services during shifts.
- Assisted in patient care, improved comfort and well-being.
- Assisted in kitchen duties.
- Assisted in cleaning duties also..
Education
GCSEs - English
Craigavon senior high
Portadown2023-06
GCSEs - HE
Craigavon senior high
Portadown2003-06
GCSEs - Art
Craigavon senior high
Portadown2003-06
Gcse - Maths
Craigavon senior high
Portadown2003-06
Skills
- Personal care
- Dementia awareness
- Bed bathing
- Showering patients
- Infection control procedures
- Toileting assistance
- Moving and handling
- Personal care assistance
- Patient safeguarding
- Safeguarding knowledge
- Housekeeping
- Infection prevention and control
- Food preparation
- Patient transport
- Disability Care
- Disability rights awareness
Additional Information
Im a good hard worker..with working with my owm sons challenges and a daughter who is visually impaired and a son whos also on the assessment for adhd and autism. Working within this enviroment is something id like to do...
Timeline
Health care worker
Anns home care
2026.01 - Current
Nursery assistant
Little oaks
2024.01 - 2024.05
Sales assistant
Jd sports
2009.01 - 2013.05
Health care assistant
St francis nursing home
2004.09 - 2008.04
GCSEs - English
Craigavon senior high
GCSEs - HE
Craigavon senior high
GCSEs - Art
Craigavon senior high
Gcse - Maths
Craigavon senior high