Carina Costa
Saint Helier
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Experienced health care professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings.
Deliver excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Prove ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health Care Assistant
General Hospital Of Jersey Private Ward
12.2022 - Current
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to individuals with various health conditions.
- Maintained clean environment with due consideration to health and safety issues and infection control policy.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing personal care services such as bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance.
- Arranged bedding and cushions to enhance patient comfort in bed and chairs.
- Cultivated strong relationships with patients and families, fostering an environment of trust and open communication that facilitated better healthcare experiences.
- Supported nursing staff with care of incontinent patients and promotion of continence care.
- Increased patient safety by promptly addressing concerns and reporting incidents or potential hazards to supervisory staff.
- Assisted nursing staff in maintaining a clean and safe environment for optimal patient recovery.
- Ensured reliable communication between patients and healthcare providers by serving as an empathetic listener and effective advocate when necessary.
- Delivered high standard of holistic care to patients to promote equality and dignity.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations, providing prompt assistance while following established protocols until professional help arrived onsite.
- Promoted healthy lifestyle choices among patients through education on nutrition, exercise, and medication management.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions, staying current with best practices in health care assistance.
- Supported patients'' physical therapy goals through guided exercises and range of motion activities.
- Improved overall wellness through providing educational materials on preventative measures and self-care strategies tailored to each patient''s unique needs.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s specific needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities health record.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
Health Care Assistant Bank
General Hospital Of Jersey
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Delivered high standard of holistic care to patients to promote equality and dignity.
- Ensured reliable communication between patients and healthcare providers by serving as an empathetic listener and effective advocate when necessary.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to individuals with various health conditions.
Health Care Assistant
Silver Spring
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to individuals with various health conditions.
- Maintained clean environment with due consideration to health and safety issues and infection control policy.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing personal care services such as bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Barista
Costa Coffee
04.2018 - 01.2021
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
- Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
- Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
Education
No Degree - Cooking
Asochef
Venezuela 2016
No Degree - Elementary Education
Escola Secundaria Dr Angelo Augusto Da Silva
Funchal, Madeira2006
Skills
- Time Management
- Patient Care
- Patient-focused care
- Supporting personal needs
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Feeding Assistance
- Calm Under Stress
- Mobility Assistance
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- Infection Control
- Basic Life Support
Certification
RQF level 2
Additional Information
good team work
planing and organization
communication between coworker and managers
understanding when solving problems and situations
Languages
Portuguese
Native language
Spanish
Upper intermediate
B2
ingles
Upper intermediate
B2
Timeline
Health Care Assistant
General Hospital Of Jersey Private Ward
12.2022 - Current
Health Care Assistant Bank
General Hospital Of Jersey
01.2022 - 11.2022
Health Care Assistant
Silver Spring
01.2021 - 12.2021
Barista
Costa Coffee
04.2018 - 01.2021
No Degree - Cooking
Asochef
No Degree - Elementary Education
Escola Secundaria Dr Angelo Augusto Da Silva
RQF level 2
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