An experienced and well-qualified health care assistant with a thorough working knowledge of residential and domiciliary care legislation, including good practice, and health and safety standards.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work history
Field care supervisor
Beaumont
Ingatestone, Essex
02.2024 - Current
Review and assess the work of our care professionals and provide feedback for training and development.
Provide hands-on care and support when needed.
Visiting clients to assess needs and consult with individuals and families to make informed decisions.
Liaise with local practitioners to source equipment or treatment for our clients where needed
Sourcing and arranging replacement staff in the event of sickness.
Contribute to the timely production and distribution of staff weekly rotas
Quality Assurance: Conduct spot checks for carers to maintain high standards.
Participate in on-call duties.
Monitored service user progress, escalating concerns for swift resolution.
SENIOR HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT
Hallmark Care Homes
Hutton, Essex
04.2022 - 08.2023
Leads and manages the care team
One-to-one supervision
Medication management
Train care team
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care for patients transitioning from one level of care to another
Managed inventory of medical supplies ensuring adequate stock levels at all times
Ensured all policies were followed according to organisational guidelines
Providing support to people living with dementia and their families, helping them maintain freedom and independence, whilst improving their health and well-being.
COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKER. SOCIAL SERVICES
Essex County Council
02.2020 - 04.2022
Undertaking Care Act Assessments or Reviews, Mental Capacity Assessments
Supporting incoming duty line on a rotational basis, triage of referrals, including advice and guidance- to establish if it meets the safeguarding threshold
Manage a caseload, including assessment of risk and purposeful intervention through direct work, commissioned services, and review
Support adults and their families who have complex social needs and are more vulnerable as a result of disability, exclusion, or diminished capacity
Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate services for clients.
NIGHT CARE ASSISTANT LEARNING DISABILITY
Essex County Council, Chelmsford
Chelmsford
03.2012 - 02.2020
Assisted in the preparation of meals, ensuring proper dietary guidelines were followed
Initiated recreational activities to promote physical fitness and social interaction among residents
Ensured that medical records were kept up-to-date, accurate, confidential, and compliant with legal regulations
Maintained a secure environment for staff and residents, following established safety standards
Used safe patient handling techniques for repositioning, transferring, and ambulating patients
Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE WORKER
Southend on Sea Borough Council
07.2011 - 09.2011
Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team within the Integrated Intermediate Care Service Supporting the coordination of the individual program of care in the community
My role involved undertaking individual care plans, and personal, practical and re-ablement duties as set by professional staff.
DOMICILIARY CARE ASSISTANT
London Care
Pitsea
02.2007 - 07.2011
Assisted in the preparation of meals, ensuring proper dietary guidelines were followed
Ensured that medical records were kept up-to-date, accurate, confidential, and compliant with legal regulations
Managed time efficiently while working independently on multiple tasks simultaneously within deadline constraints
Used safe patient handling techniques for repositioning, transferring, and ambulating patients
Assisted clients with the self-administration of medications
Monitored patient progress and reported any changes or concerns to the supervisor immediately
Reported all incidents and accidents to the supervisor
Administered medications as prescribed by a physician and documented changes in patient behaviour.
Skills
Ability to cope with pressure
Excellent communication skills
Sound understanding of good care principles
Good organizational and planning skills
Good team player
Ability to display empathy and warmth
Custom
References available upon request
Section name
Working towards Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Adult Care
Health and Social Care NVQ Level 3
Health and Social Care N VQ Level 3 (Adult and Dementia)
Health and Social Care NVQ Level 2 (Children and Young People setting)