Talana Tonkin

saltash,United Kingdom

Summary

Support worker with expertise in social care for vulnerable individuals, including dementia, learning disabilities, and autism spectrum disorders. Skilled in personal care, medication administration, and planning activities that promote Independence and a healthy lifestyle. Maintains professionalism and compliance with health and safety while managing challenging situations, Remaining calm to challenging situations. Focused on enhancing community engagement and improving quality of life for those in need.

Overview

years of professional experience

year of post-secondary education

Work history

Support worker

Glassmoon Services Limited

Liskeard, Cornwall

01.2023 - Current

Helped achieve patient independence through guided tasks and activities.
Assisted with mobility issues enabling easier movement around the home.
Maintained detailed records of patient behaviour changes for healthcare team reference.
Increased comfort levels with personal care duties such as bathing and dressing.
Contributed feedback on patient progress leading to adjustments in personalised care plans.
Provided transportation for medical appointments, ensuring timely arrival.

Health care assistant

Hendra Court

Par, Cornwall

06.2021 - 04.2022

Coordinated activities that encourage social interaction amongst residents within the care home setting to foster a sense of community spirit among them .
Managed personal hygiene of bed-bound patients, maintained dignity and respect at all times.
Upheld patient confidentiality at all times whilst performing duties as per data protection norms set down by the NHS.
Assisted in patient care, improved comfort and well-being.
Administered non-prescription medication under supervision, relieved minor discomforts swiftly.

Education

GCSEs - Performing Arts Diploma

Cornwall College

Cornwall

09.2017 - 08.2018

Skills

Dealing with vulnerable clients
Behaviour modification techniques
Professional boundaries understanding
Dementia care knowledge
Infection control knowledge
resilience in difficult situations
reliable and trustworthy
Personal care assistance
Activities of Daily Living
Medication Administration
Meal preparation
Care planning
Social care
Disability support
Suicide Prevention training

Learning disabilities support
Grooming and personal care
Activities planning
Safeguarding policies
Disability awareness
Mental health support
Housekeeping management
Health and safety procedures
Autism Spectrum Disorder support
Health and Safety regulations
Health checks
Resilience under pressure
Communication skills
Community engagement

Affiliations

Singing, Site seeing, Sports, Public transport, Shopping, Family visitations

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