Heath Care Assistant

Star Care Limited

19 Jun 2019 — 11 Nov 2020

* Provided person-centred care and support within clients’ homes. * Assisted clients with personal care, including washing, dressing and changing. * Supported clients with feeding and meal preparation according to their individual needs. * Administered medication safely and in accordance with care plans and relevant procedures. * Maintained a clean, tidy and safe environment within the client’s home. * Monitored clients’ wellbeing and promptly reported any concerns, incidents or changes in condition. * Completed appropriate care records and communicated relevant information to the wider care team.

Senior Health care assistants BAND 3

Princess Royal Hospital

10 Oct 2022 — 16 Jan 2025

* Provided high-quality, person-centred care to a caseload of up to 8 patients during each shift. * Assisted patients with personal care, including washing, changing, dressing, feeding and maintaining their dignity and independence. * Carried out routine patient observations, including monitoring weight, height and oxygen saturation levels, and reported any concerns appropriately. * Assisted qualified clinical staff with blood sampling and the removal of cannulas prior to patient discharge, in accordance with clinical procedures and under appropriate supervision. * Supported patients with nutritional needs, including feeding and monitoring their intake. * Assisted patients with transfers and mobility, including the safe use of hoisting equipment. * Supported with wound care and dressing changes in accordance with care plans and clinical guidance. * Assisted with medication administration in line with relevant policies and procedures. * Escorted and supported patients when attending other departments for investigations and appointments, including CT and MRI scans. * Maintained clean, safe and organised patient environments. * Completed accurate and timely documentation and patient records at the end of each shift, ensuring all relevant care and observations were recorded. * Reported any changes in patients’ conditions, incidents or concerns promptly to the appropriate clinical staff. * Worked across a variety of hospital wards and clinical environments, including A&E, mental health and stroke wards, adapting effectively to the different needs of patients and teams. * Supported the induction and development of new members of staff by shadowing and assisting them in their role. * Worked collaboratively with nurses, doctors and the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure patients received safe, effective and compassionate care.