Dedicated healthcare professional with a strong foundation in clinical protocols and NHS policies. Proficient in therapeutic communication, suicide risk assessment, and patient assistance devices operation. Demonstrates exceptional open-mindedness and adaptability to patients' needs while maintaining hand hygiene compliance and handling stressful situations effectively. Skilled in the use of medical software and prioritising clinical tasks, with a commitment to building trust with patients. Career goals include advancing expertise in patient care and contributing to improved healthcare outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Clinical support worker
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Sheffield, South Yorkshire
11.2023 - Current
Deliver meals and refreshments to ensure adequate nutritional intake by patients.
Assist in daily living activities for enhanced patient experience.
Adhere strictly to healthcare policies and protocols, upholding high standards of practice.
Carry out regular observations and routine checks, ensuring timely interventions when required.
Collaborate with multi-disciplinary team members to provide optimal patient care.
Improve patient comfort by providing personal care and aiding with mobility.
Provide emotional support to patients and their families, fostering trust and rapport.
Accompany patients during hospital transfers for continuity of care.
Facilitate smooth communication between healthcare professionals, improving overall service quality.
Respect confidentiality guidelines whilst handling sensitive information about patients' condition.
Contribute proactively towards team meetings for development of effective care strategies.
Uphold respect and dignity whilst delivering sensitive care services.
Participate in relevant training sessions regularly, maintaining up-to-date knowledge.
Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards on wards to minimise infection risks.
Manage documentation accurately, contributing to seamless patient record-keeping processes.
Aide nursing staff, resulting in efficient operation of the ward.
Handle non-clinical duties including dressing, toileting and feeding patients.
Maintain patient dignity throughout personal and intimate care.
Offer compassionate emotional support to patients and families.
Operate hoists and assistive technology safely for patients with mobility issues.
Demonstrate respect, compassion and professionalism to maintain high standards for diverse patient groups.
Escalate patient health concerns to superiors for appropriate care plan management.
Prioritise patient wellbeing by observing strict infection control procedures.
Carry out assigned patient care tasks unsupervised and in line with company policies and procedures.
Performed varied clinical tasks including venepuncture, wound dressing and physiological observations.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals for excellent care continuity.
Remain physically fit to meet manual handling requirements.
Meet exact care plan arrangements to speed up patient recovery.
Develop patient independence through socialisation activities.
Update patient files and medical records using Lorenzo system.
Safeguard service users against abuse risks.
Execute clerical and administration duties ahead of deadlines to promote smooth workflow in small team.
Provide swift initial response to patient queries and signposted further information.
Promote independence and positive wellbeing when working with vulnerable adults and children.
Monitor patient progress, escalating concerns for swift resolution.
Maintain confidential case documentation in line with data protection regulations.
Attend regular training and supervision workshops for improved services.
Receptionist
Ibis Hotel
Sheffield, South Yorkshire
02.2023 - 10.2023
Administered mail distribution process, ensuring each department received its correspondence in a timely manner.
Maintained accurate logs of visitor entries for security purposes.
Exhibited excellent multitasking skills by balancing various responsibilities simultaneously without compromising efficiency or quality of work output.
Collaborated with team members in organising company events; enhancing team cohesion and morale building activities.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently managing all front desk enquiries.
Guest services associate
Carnival Cruise Line
Florida, Miami
05.2022 - 12.2022
Delivered detailed information about facilities and services to enhance guest understanding.
Maintained cleanliness of reception area for a welcoming environment.
Responded promptly to online queries leading to increased bookings.
Managed lost property enquiries effectively, reuniting items with their rightful owners whenever possible.
Delivered wake up calls on time hence ensuring guest punctuality for appointments or outings.
Health care assistant
Makurira Clinic
Masvingo, Masvingo
02.2021 - 04.2022
Kept detailed records of patient progress, assisted medical staff in treatment planning.
Assisted in patient care, improved comfort and well-being.
Coordinated activities that encourage social interaction amongst residents within the care home setting to foster a sense of community spirit among them .
Collaborated with nurses to provide comprehensive patient care, ensuring a smooth recovery path.
Education
level 7 Diploma Health and Social care - Healthcare
Cambridge Management and Leadership School
United Kingdom
01.2025 -
Care Certificate - Healthcare
NHSP
United Kingdom
11.2023 - 05.2024
care certficate - Healthcare
Allison
United Kingdom
04.2023 - 04.2023
Diploma of Higher Education - Metallurgy
Zimbabwe School of Mines
Zimbabwe
01.2015 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Commerce - Tourism and Hospitality
Midlands State University
Zimbabwe
03.2010 - 12.2013
Skills
Open-Mindedness
First aid proficiency
Understanding clinical tasks prioritisation
Patient assistance devices operation
Adapting to patients' needs
Work well under pressure
Use of medical software
Building trust with patients
Handle stressful situations effectively
Understanding of nhs policies
Clinical protocols understanding
Suicide risk assessment
Clinical observations monitoring
Blood collection
Hand hygiene compliance
Therapeutic communication
Affiliations
football
movies
reading books
Languages
English
Fluent
shona
Native
Timeline
level 7 Diploma Health and Social care - Healthcare
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