Shania Carter

Health Care Assistant - York Medical Group - York

(2024-05 - 2024-12)

Perform routine blood tests and prepare samples to be transported to the laboratory.
Perform urinalysis samples and prepare samples to be transported to the laboratory.
Perform routine and urgent ECG's as per GP request and task appropriately for same day analysis
Give regular and seasonal vaccinations and immunisations such as influenza, pneumonia, shingles and B12
Physical observation checks - height, weight, blood pressure and pulse
Basic wound care; burns, post operative wounds, leg ulcer care, skin tears
Mandatory practice training - BLS, CPR and safeguarding, both adult and child.

Health Care Assistant - Clifton Park Hospital - York, North Yorkshire

(2020-11 - 2024-05)

Assist patients in preparation for elective surgery including: taking vital signs such as blood pressure and pulse, applying surgical stockings on appropriate sizing.
Performing pre operative blood tests and ECG's when requested. Sending samples off for in house and out of house testing at the labatory
Taking pre operative swabs including Covid 19 and MRSA
Basic wound checks and observation under nursing guidance
Provide emotional and social support
Mobility support with walking sticks/crutches or turning tables.
Hydration and dietary support
Catheter care
Bladder scanning
Cannula insertion and removal

Care Assistant - Springfield Healthcare Group - The Chocolate Works Care Village - York, North Yorkshire

(2019-07 - 2020-11)

Assisting with daily living activities: This involves helping clients with bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating, ensuring their comfort and dignity.
Supporting mobility: Assist clients with moving around, whether it's getting in and out of bed, using mobility aids hoist along, wheelchairs, or accompanying them on walks.
Monitoring health: Responsible for observing and reporting any changes in a client's condition, such as vital signs, mood, or behaviour.
Providing emotional support: Offer companionship, listen to clients' concerns, and provide reassurance, helping to improve their overall well-being.
Maintaining a clean and safe environment: This includes cleaning and tidying living spaces, ensuring that the environment is safe and conducive to the client's health.
Collaborating with healthcare professionals: Work closely with nurses, doctors, and other healthcare staff to provide comprehensive care and support.

Care Assistant - Limetree House care home - York, North Yorkshire

(2016-08 - 2018-09)

Assisting with daily living activities: This involves helping clients with bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating, ensuring their comfort and dignity.
Supporting mobility: Assist clients with moving around, whether it's getting in and out of bed, using mobility aids hoist along, wheelchairs, or accompanying them on walks.
Monitoring health: Responsible for observing and reporting any changes in a client's condition, such as vital signs, mood, or behaviour.
Providing emotional support: Offer companionship, listen to clients' concerns, and provide reassurance, helping to improve their overall well-being.
Maintaining a clean and safe environment: This includes cleaning and tidying living spaces, ensuring that the environment is safe and conducive to the client's health.
Collaborating with healthcare professionals: Work closely with nurses, doctors, and other healthcare staff to provide comprehensive care and support.

Waitressing - British Home Stores - York

(2015-11 - 2016-08)

Front of house responsibility
Making hot drinks
Handling cash and card transactions
Taking meal orders from customers
Till service
Breakfast and lunch service
Cleaning and replenishing duties of condiments and cutlery
Taking deliveries of stock and putting away appropriately
Recording wastage of food by store closure
Regular intervals of checking fridge and freezer temperatures and recording accurately
Baking confectionery

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