SONA SUSAN THAMPI

Blackburn, United Kingdom

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistant with experience in critical care settings, skilled in ECG recording, venepuncture, and cannulation. Passionate about delivering person-centred care, supporting patients with complex needs, and working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams. Committed to maintaining patient dignity, safety, and high standards in fast-paced healthcare environments. Willing to relocate for healthcare opportunities.

Overview

years of professional experience

Certification

Work history

Health care assistant

East Lancashire NHS Trust Foundation

2024.10 - 2026.04

Delivered high-quality, person-centred care to critically ill patients within a fast-paced critical care environment.
Assisted patients with personal hygiene needs including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting, ensuring dignity, privacy, and respect at all times.
Supported safe mobility and repositioning of patients, including those with limited mobility, using appropriate manual handling equipment in line with safety regulations.
Monitored and recorded vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation) and blood glucose levels, promptly escalating abnormalities to registered nurses.
Assisted in the care of ventilated and tracheostomy patients under supervision of nursing staff.
Supported patients receiving oxygen therapy and continuous cardiac monitoring.
Contributed to pressure area care and prevention of pressure ulcers through regular repositioning and skin integrity assessments.
Competently performed 12-lead ECG recordings, peripheral cannulation, and venepuncture in accordance with clinical guidelines, ensuring accurate documentation, specimen handling, and prompt escalation of abnormal findings.
Recognised and reported early signs of patient deterioration, contributing to timely clinical interventions.
Provided compassionate end-of-life care, offering emotional support to patients and families.
Adhered strictly to infection prevention and control protocols within a high-dependency setting.
Worked collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective, and compassionate patient care.

Home care Assistant

Primary Carers 247

2024.06 - 2024.10

Delivered physical and emotional support to enhance well-being of service users.
Assisted in daily activities to promote independence.
Moved patients using hoist standing aids to ensure comfort and safety during transfers.
Monitored dietary intake to ensure proper nutrition and reported any concerns.
Managed laundry duties to maintain personal belongings in optimal condition and organisation.
Engaged service users in social activities, hobbies, and exercises to promote mental and physical well-being.

Cardiac Perfusion trainee

Aster Medicity

2022.12 - 2023.06

Operated heart-lung machine for cardiopulmonary bypass procedures, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
Interpreted ABG results, implementing necessary corrections to maintain patient stability during procedures.
Prepared blood products, drugs, and cardioplegic solutions for surgical procedures, facilitating effective interventions.
Maintaining stock and supplies for routine cases and emergency situations.
Assisting nurses in scrubbing and positioning patients.
Communicating effectively to ensure proper coordination in surgical and patient care processes.
Conducted audits to ensure compliance with regulations.

Education

level 7 Masters - Health Services Management

UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER

England

Bachelors degree - Cardio pulmonary perfusion care technology

DR. MGR UNIVERSITY

India

Skills

Patient-centred care
Effective verbal and written communication
Patient assessment
Clinical assessment
Resilience under pressure

Professional, respectful, and patient-focused
Competent in 12-lead ECG recording
Venepuncture and peripheral cannulation
Vital signs monitoring
Oxygen therapy support
Wound care