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    Donna s

    Donna S

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    1 mile away in Hoo, rochester, ME3

    More than 20 years of experience

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    I am a Registered Nurse with over 30 years of experience working across both the NHS and private healthcare sectors. Throughout my career, I have cared for people of all ages with a wide range of health needs, from supporting people to maintain their independence and quality of life, through to comp...More I am a Registered Nurse with over 30 years of experience working across both the NHS and private healthcare sectors. Throughout my career, I have cared for people of all ages with a wide range of health needs, from supporting people to maintain their independence and quality of life, through to complex care, palliative and end-of-life care. I believe passionately that care should be centred around the individual, their choices and their independence. My role is not simply to do things for you. Wherever possible, I will work alongside you, encouraging and supporting you to remain involved in your own care, make your own choices and continue doing the things that are important to you. I want my clients to feel supported, respected, listened to and in control of their own lives. My nursing experience During my career, I have developed a broad range of clinical knowledge and experience, including: Medical and surgical nursing across all age groups Palliative and end-of-life care Four years working as a senior nurse within a hospice inpatient unit Dermatology specialist nursing Complex wound care and skin care Skin cancer care and surveillance Pressure area and pressure ulcer prevention and care Children's school nursing, including safeguarding, immunisations and supporting children with complex needs Clinical leadership within a mass COVID-19 vaccination centre Clinical assessment and triage through my experience working with the ambulance service Multi-disciplinary working and coordinating care between different health and social care professionals I am qualified as a Community First Responder and maintain advanced first aid and CPR competencies. Choosing care at home After many years working within traditional nursing roles, I made the decision to focus my experience on something I feel incredibly passionate about — making a genuine difference to people in their own homes. I have since worked as a private carer and support worker, supporting people of different ages with a wide range of health conditions, disabilities, challenges and complex care needs. Being cared for in your own home can make an enormous difference. Familiar surroundings, routines, family, pets and the things that matter to you can all help you maintain your sense of identity and independence. My approach is therefore person-centred, enabling and compassionate. I take the time to understand what matters to you and how you want your care to be delivered. Care and support As a carer, I can provide practical and emotional support with: Personal care Supporting independence with everyday activities Shopping and household tasks Companionship Support attending appointments Nutrition and hydration Encouraging confidence and maintaining routines Supporting family members and carers Care for individuals living with complex health needs Care and support: £25 per hour Registered Nurse care As a Registered Nurse, I can provide clinical nursing care and professional support within your own home. This can include: Palliative and end-of-life care Personal care Skin assessment and skin care Complex wound care Pressure area prevention and care Nutrition and specialist feeding support Stoma care Catheter care Mouth care Clinical assessment and monitoring Care delivered in accordance with an individual's care plan, Advance Care Plan or ReSPECT plan Liaising with GPs, district nurses, community services and other healthcare professionals Helping families navigate what can sometimes be a complex health and social care system Supporting and advising family members changing health needs Registered Nurse clinical care: from £30 per hour I can also provide part-time live-in clinical care, charged on a 24-hour basis. My promise to you I understand that inviting someone into your home to provide care is a very personal decision. I want my clients and their families to feel confident that they are in safe, capable and compassionate hands. I am reliable, honest, trustworthy, respectful and professional, but I also believe that good care should include warmth, humour and a cheerful face. Most importantly, I will always try to see the person before the illness or diagnosis. Whether you need a little additional support to remain independent at home, ongoing companionship, practical care, or experienced nursing support for more complex needs, my aim is to help you live as independently as possible, in the place you call home, while maintaining your dignity, choices and quality of life. I work weekdays and weekends and will always try to be as flexible as possible around the needs of my clients and their families. A little about me Outside of nursing and caring, I am a mum to two grown-up daughters and share my home with one much-loved dog and a cat. I enjoy walking, gardening and being outdoors, as well as reading, exercise, learning new things and going to the theatre. I look forward to getting to know you and, most importantly, making a difference.

    Hourly

    Daily

    25 per hour

    Short notice care

    Short notice care

    30 per hour

    Overnight

    Sleeping

    180 per 10 hour

    Waking

    30 per hour

    Vetted & approved

    All Curam carers go through a comprehensive checking process before they receive our “Vetted & approved” status

    DBS/PVG/NI Access

    Enhanced

    Issue date

    12/11/2024

    Interview status

    Interviewed

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    Donna s is insured for care work carried out through Curam platform
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    Two checkable references available on request from the carer

    I am a Registered Nurse with over 30 years of experience working across both the NHS and private healthcare sectors. Throughout my career, I have cared for people of all ages with a wide range of health needs, from supporting people to maintain their independence and quality of life, through to comp...More I am a Registered Nurse with over 30 years of experience working across both the NHS and private healthcare sectors. Throughout my career, I have cared for people of all ages with a wide range of health needs, from supporting people to maintain their independence and quality of life, through to complex care, palliative and end-of-life care. I believe passionately that care should be centred around the individual, their choices and their independence. My role is not simply to do things for you. Wherever possible, I will work alongside you, encouraging and supporting you to remain involved in your own care, make your own choices and continue doing the things that are important to you. I want my clients to feel supported, respected, listened to and in control of their own lives. My nursing experience During my career, I have developed a broad range of clinical knowledge and experience, including: Medical and surgical nursing across all age groups Palliative and end-of-life care Four years working as a senior nurse within a hospice inpatient unit Dermatology specialist nursing Complex wound care and skin care Skin cancer care and surveillance Pressure area and pressure ulcer prevention and care Children's school nursing, including safeguarding, immunisations and supporting children with complex needs Clinical leadership within a mass COVID-19 vaccination centre Clinical assessment and triage through my experience working with the ambulance service Multi-disciplinary working and coordinating care between different health and social care professionals I am qualified as a Community First Responder and maintain advanced first aid and CPR competencies. Choosing care at home After many years working within traditional nursing roles, I made the decision to focus my experience on something I feel incredibly passionate about — making a genuine difference to people in their own homes. I have since worked as a private carer and support worker, supporting people of different ages with a wide range of health conditions, disabilities, challenges and complex care needs. Being cared for in your own home can make an enormous difference. Familiar surroundings, routines, family, pets and the things that matter to you can all help you maintain your sense of identity and independence. My approach is therefore person-centred, enabling and compassionate. I take the time to understand what matters to you and how you want your care to be delivered. Care and support As a carer, I can provide practical and emotional support with: Personal care Supporting independence with everyday activities Shopping and household tasks Companionship Support attending appointments Nutrition and hydration Encouraging confidence and maintaining routines Supporting family members and carers Care for individuals living with complex health needs Care and support: £25 per hour Registered Nurse care As a Registered Nurse, I can provide clinical nursing care and professional support within your own home. This can include: Palliative and end-of-life care Personal care Skin assessment and skin care Complex wound care Pressure area prevention and care Nutrition and specialist feeding support Stoma care Catheter care Mouth care Clinical assessment and monitoring Care delivered in accordance with an individual's care plan, Advance Care Plan or ReSPECT plan Liaising with GPs, district nurses, community services and other healthcare professionals Helping families navigate what can sometimes be a complex health and social care system Supporting and advising family members changing health needs Registered Nurse clinical care: from £30 per hour I can also provide part-time live-in clinical care, charged on a 24-hour basis. My promise to you I understand that inviting someone into your home to provide care is a very personal decision. I want my clients and their families to feel confident that they are in safe, capable and compassionate hands. I am reliable, honest, trustworthy, respectful and professional, but I also believe that good care should include warmth, humour and a cheerful face. Most importantly, I will always try to see the person before the illness or diagnosis. Whether you need a little additional support to remain independent at home, ongoing companionship, practical care, or experienced nursing support for more complex needs, my aim is to help you live as independently as possible, in the place you call home, while maintaining your dignity, choices and quality of life. I work weekdays and weekends and will always try to be as flexible as possible around the needs of my clients and their families. A little about me Outside of nursing and caring, I am a mum to two grown-up daughters and share my home with one much-loved dog and a cat. I enjoy walking, gardening and being outdoors, as well as reading, exercise, learning new things and going to the theatre. I look forward to getting to know you and, most importantly, making a difference.

    Specialist care

    Early stage dementia Late stage dementia COPD Accident rehabilitation Stroke/TIA Physical disabilities - children Parkinson's disease Incontinence Physical disabilities - adults Cerebral palsy Palliative care Motor neurone disease Down's syndrome Diabetes Arthritis Multiple sclerosis Learning disability Depression Visual and hearing impairments Tourette's syndrome Dysphagia Long covid Anxiety Alzheimer’s Amputees Cancer Chronic pain Eczema/Psoriasis Fibromyalgia Heart conditions Pressure sores +28

    Personal care

    Dressing/undressing Bathroom assistance Personal care

    Mobility assistance

    Exercise Eating and drinking assistance Moving and Handling

    Companionship and house tasks

    Medical prompting Housekeeping Companionship Meal prep +2

    Languages spoken

    Interests and hobbies

    Art/Culture Computers & Technology Cooking Crosswords Current affairs DIY Exercise Food & Wine Gardening Movies Music Reading Sport Travel I am a beekeeper and use every part of the hive in creativity and health products
    Has driving licence
    Owns a car
    Pet friendly
    Non-smoker

    Qualification

    Dementia awareness

    First aid

    Fluids & nutrition

    Food safety

    Medication administration

    Moving and Handling E-learning

    Nursing qualification

    Practical basic life support

    Practical moving and handling

    Safeguarding adults

    Safeguarding children

    Health and safety at work

    Tracheostomy care training

    Specialist skills

    Moving and handling

    Tracheostomy care

    Vetted & approved

    All Curam carers go through a comprehensive checking process before they receive our “Vetted & approved”status

    DBS/PVG/NI Access

    Enhanced

    Issue date

    12/11/2024

    Interview status

    Interviewed

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    Donna s is insured for care work carried out through Curam platform
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    Two checkable references available on request from the carer

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