Simi Prakash
Eastham
Summary
Compassionate healthcare assistant with 4 years of experience in delivering high-quality patient care in care home settings. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and maintaining precise care records. Dedicated to enhancing patient well-being and independence while strictly following health and safety protocols. Aiming to contribute strong interpersonal skills and a proactive approach to a collaborative healthcare team.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Healthcare Assistant
The white house nursing home
New Malden
03.2022 - Current
- Provided personal care to 20 residents per shift, assisting with bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs, accurately reporting significant changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted residents with mobility and transfers using appropriate equipment and techniques.
- Maintained detailed care records, documenting observations and care provided.
- Engaged residents in social activities, fostering a positive environment.
- Adhered to infection control policies, ensuring proper hand hygiene and use of PPE.
- Responded to emergency calls and resident needs with calm and effective action.
- Collaborated with nurses and healthcare professionals to ensure resident care.
- Documented care provided, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records were kept.
- Assisted patients with daily personal care tasks, including bathing, dressing, and toileting, promoting dignity and comfort.
- Built strong, trusting relationships with patients by providing continuous support and delivering best possible care.
- Maintained a clean and hygienic environment in patient areas, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Supported patients with nutrition and hydration needs, ensuring they received appropriate meals and assisting with feeding when necessary.
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting independence amongst elderly clients.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, enhancing their mental well-being and overall quality of life.
- Helped patients improve mental wellbeing by providing a helpful and happy service throughout care.
- Actively listened to patients' complaints and feedback, actioning improvements to continuously elevate quality of care.
- Conducted regular checks on patients to monitor their condition and report any changes to registered nurses or the Managers.
- Assisted in the implementation of care plans, tailored to individual needs.
Full-Time Childcare Provider
06.2015 - 03.2022
- Managed all aspects of household operations and childcare for 2 children, demonstrating exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Developed and implemented daily routines, educational activities, and nutritional plans.
- Successfully navigated unexpected challenges, showcasing strong problem-solving and adaptable decision-making skills.
- Managed household budgets and schedules effectively.
Packager
CSS recruitment
06.2012 - 06.2015
- Packing warehouse products
Science Teacher
Green valley residential school
Kerala
06.2006 - 08.2010
- Teaching science
Education
Bachelor of hotel management -
LSBM
London08-2012
Bachelor of business management -
St Andrews college
Ilford06-2015
Bachelor of Education -
Kerala University
05-2006
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry, Botany & Zoology
Kerala University
India05-2001
A levels - Physics, Chemistry, Biology
03-1997
GCSE equivalent - SSLC
03-1995
Skills
- Patient care
- Clinical Support
- Communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Organisation and Administration
- Empathy and compassion
- Basic life support
- Manual handling
- Patient record keeping
- Infection control
References
Available upon request.
Languages
- English
- Malayalam
- Tamil
Timeline
Healthcare Assistant
The white house nursing home
03.2022 - Current
Full-Time Childcare Provider
06.2015 - 03.2022
Packager
CSS recruitment
06.2012 - 06.2015
Science Teacher
Green valley residential school
06.2006 - 08.2010
Bachelor of hotel management -
LSBM
Bachelor of business management -
St Andrews college
Bachelor of Education -
Kerala University
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry, Botany & Zoology
Kerala University