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133 miles away | Leeds, LS11
2 years of experience
I have been working within the Hospital and Care sector for the past many months and have gained experience within a variety of directorates. Over the past year, I have been working with Agencies who specially allocate me to work at various Surgical, Respiratory, Mental ( General Medicine) Wards and...More I have been working within the Hospital and Care sector for the past many months and have gained experience within a variety of directorates. Over the past year, I have been working with Agencies who specially allocate me to work at various Surgical, Respiratory, Mental ( General Medicine) Wards and Care Homes, several of the patients have presented with a mental health diagnosis which has impacted on their ability to make sense of the area they are in and as a result of this they have displayed challenging behaviour that has been both verbal and physical. Most of the patients who have demonstrated this behaviour have been deemed not to have capacity and have either been under a DOLs or on occasions they have needed to be sectioned under section 2 of the mental health act. I have also supported individuals who have had a diagnosis of Bi-Polar Disorder, Autism, Epilepsy and also Schizophrenia and I have recognized the need to have boundaries in place which need to be reinforced on a regular basis and all staff have needed to be consistent in what they are saying in order to prevent any form of manipulation, It is also vital that we remain professional with our service users in mental health and maintain professional boundaries resisting the possible need to self-disclose personal information. We are there as a support in a professional capacity not as a friend. I have worked with Doctors, Physiotherapy, Nurses among others as I have gained vast knowledge about delivering good quality care for patient. I understand that patients have the right to exercise their choice and live in an environment free from abuse, most importantly be involved in any safeguarding decisions made furthermore, all care must be person centered as this uphold dignity, kindness, compassion, respect and human right. It is important that we recognize that each patient will have varying needs and that any care that is planned is both holistic and person centered as just because there may be 3 individuals who have the same diagnosis that does not mean that they share the same experience. Within the planning of care we should be able to look at situations such as the patient who wanted a cigarette and wherever possible include them in the formulating of the plan setting firm boundaries. I have a very calm manner and this has proven to be an asset when working with individuals with challenging behaviour as I have found that this changes the atmosphere and I utilize distraction in order to take their mind away from whatever has caused the escalation in behaviour. I have excellent communication skill both verbally and in regards to documentation and utilize online documentation. I am aware that if things are not documented then they did not happen and if a patient is in a heightened state they may forget what they have said or done so accurate records are vital. I work well as a team member but I also have the initiative to undertake aspects of the role on my own however I would never work outside of my remit. I am flexible in my availability and I am happy to undertake any training which is necessary in order to give me the skill to provide a high standard of care as well as ensure the safety of myself and the patients.
Daily
19 per hour
Short notice care
25 per hour
Sleeping
100 per 8 hour
Waking
20 per hour
Part time
120 per day
My rates are negotiable.
All Curam carers go through a comprehensive checking process before they receive our “Vetted & approved” status
DBS/PVG/NI Access
Enhanced
DBS for
Adult & Child
Interview status
Interviewed
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I have been working within the Hospital and Care sector for the past many months and have gained experience within a variety of directorates. Over the past year, I have been working with Agencies who specially allocate me to work at various Surgical, Respiratory, Mental ( General Medicine) Wards and...More I have been working within the Hospital and Care sector for the past many months and have gained experience within a variety of directorates. Over the past year, I have been working with Agencies who specially allocate me to work at various Surgical, Respiratory, Mental ( General Medicine) Wards and Care Homes, several of the patients have presented with a mental health diagnosis which has impacted on their ability to make sense of the area they are in and as a result of this they have displayed challenging behaviour that has been both verbal and physical. Most of the patients who have demonstrated this behaviour have been deemed not to have capacity and have either been under a DOLs or on occasions they have needed to be sectioned under section 2 of the mental health act. I have also supported individuals who have had a diagnosis of Bi-Polar Disorder, Autism, Epilepsy and also Schizophrenia and I have recognized the need to have boundaries in place which need to be reinforced on a regular basis and all staff have needed to be consistent in what they are saying in order to prevent any form of manipulation, It is also vital that we remain professional with our service users in mental health and maintain professional boundaries resisting the possible need to self-disclose personal information. We are there as a support in a professional capacity not as a friend. I have worked with Doctors, Physiotherapy, Nurses among others as I have gained vast knowledge about delivering good quality care for patient. I understand that patients have the right to exercise their choice and live in an environment free from abuse, most importantly be involved in any safeguarding decisions made furthermore, all care must be person centered as this uphold dignity, kindness, compassion, respect and human right. It is important that we recognize that each patient will have varying needs and that any care that is planned is both holistic and person centered as just because there may be 3 individuals who have the same diagnosis that does not mean that they share the same experience. Within the planning of care we should be able to look at situations such as the patient who wanted a cigarette and wherever possible include them in the formulating of the plan setting firm boundaries. I have a very calm manner and this has proven to be an asset when working with individuals with challenging behaviour as I have found that this changes the atmosphere and I utilize distraction in order to take their mind away from whatever has caused the escalation in behaviour. I have excellent communication skill both verbally and in regards to documentation and utilize online documentation. I am aware that if things are not documented then they did not happen and if a patient is in a heightened state they may forget what they have said or done so accurate records are vital. I work well as a team member but I also have the initiative to undertake aspects of the role on my own however I would never work outside of my remit. I am flexible in my availability and I am happy to undertake any training which is necessary in order to give me the skill to provide a high standard of care as well as ensure the safety of myself and the patients.
Specialist care
Personal care
Mobility assistance
Companionship and house tasks
Languages spoken
Interests and hobbies
First aid
Moving and handling certificate
Safeguarding Adults
Safeguarding Children
Medication Administration
All Curam carers go through a comprehensive checking process before they receive our “Vetted & approved”status
DBS/PVG/NI Access
Enhanced
DBS for
Adult & Child
Interview status
Interviewed
Photo comparison
Verified
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Up to 1,000,000 covering claims against you if you have accidently damaged someone or their property.
If you ever need to go to court we can provide up to 25,000 to help with the cost.
In the event you suffer an accident at work we can provide up to 10,000 to cover the cost.
If a personal possession is damaged or lost while at work we can provide 250 to cover the cost.
If a clients personal possession is damaged or lost while at work Surewise can provide 250 to cover the cost.
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