Tina Carter
Barnstaple, North Devon,England
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Carer
Allied Healthcare / Chapter Care
Barnstaple, North Devon, England
03.2013 - 07.2019
- Conducted housekeeping tasks to keep living areas presentable, clean and hygienic.
- Kept spaces clean and organised, handling linens, clothes washing and basic housekeeping.
- Provided emotional support to clients through regular conversation and companionship.
- Assisted with daily hygiene requirements such as bathing, cleaning, showering and toileting.
- Prepared and cooked patient's food using ovens, fryers, microwaves and stoves.
- Performed domestic cleaning tasks, including vacuuming, mopping and washing.
- Supported client mental health with reading, games and activities.
- Monitored clients' conditions, reporting any concerns or changes to relevant healthcare providers.
- Prepared nutritious meals tailored to clients' dietary requirements, supporting their health and dietary needs.
- Administered medication according to prescribed schedules, maintaining records for healthcare professionals.
- Maintained strict confidentiality regarding client information, respecting privacy and data protection regulations.
- Assisted clients with domestic tasks, grocery shopping and pet care.
- Delivered mobility support to clients, including hoists, wheelchairs and vehicle access aids.
- Assisted with personal hygiene from bathing to toileting, while promoting dignity and independence.
- Provided support to clients during sensitive tasks such as bathing and toileting.
- Informed supervisors of key changes in client conditions and behaviours.
- Aided clients with morning and evening routines to help establish independence and autonomy.
- Developed strong rapport with clients and families, building trust and ensuring a positive care experience.
- Administered medicine and took patient biological specimens when required by doctors.
Residential Social Worker
Welland House
Barnstaple, Devon
11.1991 - 02.2007
- Built strong, trusting relationships with patients by providing continuous support and delivering best possible care.
- Maintained clean and hygienic living environments, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Prepared and served nutritious meals, catering to diverse dietary requirements.
- Aided in bathing, dressing and general mobility.
- Helped patients with personal care tasks, including meal assistance, toileting and mobility support.
- Positioned and transported patients in wheelchairs or on movable beds.
- Attended staff training to keep up to date on care home regulations, best practices and safety standards.
- Supported residents with mobility issues, using equipment safely to aid movement.
- Documented care provided, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records were kept.
- Managed challenging behaviour sensitively, adopting a person-centred approach.
- Engaged in respectful communication, respecting the dignity of those in care.
- Supported residents with mobility issues, using equipment safely to prevent injuries.
- Assisted in the implementation of care plans, tailored to individual needs.
- Administered medication accurately according to healthcare professionals' prescriptions, maintaining patient health.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - NVQ3
City and Guilds
Barnstaple 01-1996
NVQ Level 2 - Care
City and Guilds
Barnstaple on placement01-1993
Skills
- Personal care
- Medication administration
- Nutrition planning
- Client monitoring
- Emotional support
- Relationship building
- Mobility assistance
- Care documentation
- Confidentiality maintenance
- Person-centred care
- Safety compliance
- Activity engagement
- Dignity promotion
- Hygiene management
- Crisis management
- Cleaning
- Support work
- Dignity in care
- Compassionate client care
- Personal hygiene support
- Record-keeping
- Teamwork
- Compassionate communication
- Meal assistance and feeding
- Physical mobility support techniques
- Toileting support
- Bathing support
- Food preparation
- Disability support
- Dementia familiarity
- Mental health awareness
- Companionship
- Elderly supportive care
- Care plan management
- Medicine administration
- Nutritional planning
Hobbies and interests
- Gardening
- Cooking
- Reading
- Tv
- Bingo
- Communication
Timeline
Home Carer
Allied Healthcare / Chapter Care
03.2013 - 07.2019
Residential Social Worker
Welland House
11.1991 - 02.2007
NVQ Level 3 - NVQ3
City and Guilds
NVQ Level 2 - Care
City and Guilds