Doris Kadango
Trainee Dental Nurse
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Healthcare assistant with over 15 years’ experience in care homes and current study on a dental nursing course. Brings practical skills in infection prevention, patient observations, medication administration, wound care, safeguarding and accurate records, with experience supporting person-centred care and communicating with clinical professionals.
Experience
Senior Nursing Assistant - AGINCARE / TOWER BRIDGE CARE CENTRE - London
(2023-08)
- Administered medication, including insulin, in line with care home policy and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs and blood glucose, assessed pain, and documented observations accurately.
- Reviewed care plans and completed risk assessments to support safe, person-centred care.
- Provided wound care and followed infection prevention and control procedures.
- Supervised carers, supported task allocation, and delivered clear handovers to colleagues.
- Referred residents to GPs or clinical teams when their needs changed.
Senior Health Care Assistant - Sacha Care Services - Hemel Hempstead
(2015-02 - 2019-12)
- Supported residents with personal care and daily activities while promoting independence.
- Monitored physical and emotional wellbeing and promptly reported changes to the care team.
- Maintained accurate records and contributed to care plan updates.
Senior Care Assistant - Abbey Care Home
(2009-04 - 2015-01)
- Supported care delivery and staff to maintain safe, consistent standards for residents.
- Completed care plan records and monitored residents’ progress.
- Followed safeguarding, confidentiality and hygiene requirements, reporting concerns to the manager.
Education
Dental Nursing (Dental Nurse Course) - London Waterloo Academy (LWA)
Level 7 (Practice Nurse) - Imperial Academy
Level 7 (Advanced Diploma in Nursing Assistant) - Thames College
Health & Social Care (NVQ Level 3) - Barking College
