I have been a Healthcare Assistant with an NHS Trust for 17 years, working in Psychiatric Intensive Care, Forensic and Dementia Assessment Units, as well as providing cover for residential support and adult acute wards. During this time, I have encountered many aspects of challenging behaviour and h...MoreI have been a Healthcare Assistant with an NHS Trust for 17 years, working in Psychiatric Intensive Care, Forensic and Dementia Assessment Units, as well as providing cover for residential support and adult acute wards. During this time, I have encountered many aspects of challenging behaviour and have been privileged to be involved in numerous service users' paths to recovery. I have cared for individuals with substance abuse issues, schizophrenia, depression, and various other mental health diagnoses. My most recent position, working with acute dementia patients, has been by far the most rewarding of my time in mental health care and has given me a greater knowledge base in physical care. I have one year of experience in live-in home care, during which I gained extensive experience in dealing with palliative care.
During my time working for the Trust, I have been part of the team that was key in implementing the Care Zoning Process, which was introduced Trust-wide before being presented in America. I have developed an interest in therapeutic interventions, such as helping clients recognise and achieve an understanding of their daily living skills and a healthy diet, as well as assisting them in recognising and developing any skills or interests they may have beyond this. It is important to me that a service user acknowledges they have an identity that surpasses the sum of their mental or physical health diagnosis, and helping them embrace this can have a positive impact on achieving and maintaining social inclusion.
I consider myself a valued member of the team and have always been able to slot in well on all the wards I have worked on. While I have no desire to embark on my nursing training, I view the role of Healthcare Worker as a valuable position in its own right. My strengths in working with one-to-one care, my close collaboration with the Occupational Therapy Department, and my ability to think on my feet are traits that I am well known for. I have a natural passion for care, am compassionate toward my clients, and have a calming personality that helps manage a client's agitation or anxiety.
My experience over the years has led me to recognise that live-in care would be an ideal progression in which to fully implement the skills I have developed during my time working in the NHS. Having a close-knit family myself, I also recognise the value of home care in enabling clients to preserve the home life they richly deserve, rather than facing the upheaval of a residential home or long-term hospital admission.
Outside of work, I have an avid interest in travel. I am an independent backpacker and try to travel at least once a year, as I enjoy experiencing different cultures. I often find that travelling 'off the beaten track' presents basic challenges and experiences that a package holiday cannot provide. I believe that getting back to basics offers a healthy and liberating balance away from work.
I also occasionally work as a portrait artist but have not pursued this fully to date, as I find my work in care far more rewarding. However, I still enjoy my creative pursuits on a personal level.
I hope this statement provides an insight into both my professional capabilities as a carer and who I am on a personal level. I would be more than happy to expand on this further if I am considered as a candidate for this position.
Thank you for taking the time to read this,
Karen
Hourly
Daily
20.50 per hour
Short notice care
Short notice care
25 per hour
Live-in
Part time
172 per day
Full time
1,200 per week
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Issue date
03/09/2024
Interview status
Interviewed
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I have been a Healthcare Assistant with an NHS Trust for 17 years, working in Psychiatric Intensive Care, Forensic and Dementia Assessment Units, as well as providing cover for residential support and adult acute wards. During this time, I have encountered many aspects of challenging behaviour and h...MoreI have been a Healthcare Assistant with an NHS Trust for 17 years, working in Psychiatric Intensive Care, Forensic and Dementia Assessment Units, as well as providing cover for residential support and adult acute wards. During this time, I have encountered many aspects of challenging behaviour and have been privileged to be involved in numerous service users' paths to recovery. I have cared for individuals with substance abuse issues, schizophrenia, depression, and various other mental health diagnoses. My most recent position, working with acute dementia patients, has been by far the most rewarding of my time in mental health care and has given me a greater knowledge base in physical care. I have one year of experience in live-in home care, during which I gained extensive experience in dealing with palliative care.
During my time working for the Trust, I have been part of the team that was key in implementing the Care Zoning Process, which was introduced Trust-wide before being presented in America. I have developed an interest in therapeutic interventions, such as helping clients recognise and achieve an understanding of their daily living skills and a healthy diet, as well as assisting them in recognising and developing any skills or interests they may have beyond this. It is important to me that a service user acknowledges they have an identity that surpasses the sum of their mental or physical health diagnosis, and helping them embrace this can have a positive impact on achieving and maintaining social inclusion.
I consider myself a valued member of the team and have always been able to slot in well on all the wards I have worked on. While I have no desire to embark on my nursing training, I view the role of Healthcare Worker as a valuable position in its own right. My strengths in working with one-to-one care, my close collaboration with the Occupational Therapy Department, and my ability to think on my feet are traits that I am well known for. I have a natural passion for care, am compassionate toward my clients, and have a calming personality that helps manage a client's agitation or anxiety.
My experience over the years has led me to recognise that live-in care would be an ideal progression in which to fully implement the skills I have developed during my time working in the NHS. Having a close-knit family myself, I also recognise the value of home care in enabling clients to preserve the home life they richly deserve, rather than facing the upheaval of a residential home or long-term hospital admission.
Outside of work, I have an avid interest in travel. I am an independent backpacker and try to travel at least once a year, as I enjoy experiencing different cultures. I often find that travelling 'off the beaten track' presents basic challenges and experiences that a package holiday cannot provide. I believe that getting back to basics offers a healthy and liberating balance away from work.
I also occasionally work as a portrait artist but have not pursued this fully to date, as I find my work in care far more rewarding. However, I still enjoy my creative pursuits on a personal level.
I hope this statement provides an insight into both my professional capabilities as a carer and who I am on a personal level. I would be more than happy to expand on this further if I am considered as a candidate for this position.
Thank you for taking the time to read this,
Karen
Specialist care
Early stage dementiaLate stage dementiaCOPD Stroke/TIA Parkinson's disease Incontinence Physical disabilities - adults Mental health Palliative care Schizophrenia Huntington's disease Diabetes Arthritis Bipolar disorder Depression Visual and hearing impairments Self-harm Borderline personality disorder Dysphagia Anxiety+17
Personal care
Dressing/undressingBathroom assistancePersonal care
Mobility assistance
Eating and drinking assistance
Companionship and house tasks
Medical promptingHousekeepingCompanionshipMeal prep+2
Suicide prevention course with zero suicide alliance
Understanding dementia with alzheimer's society
Client recommendations
Alison H
22 Apr 2022
Excellent
Karen helped care for my elderly Mother for nearly a year. During this time Karen was brilliant in aiding with all aspects of Mum’s life from preparing appropriate puréed foods and nutritional drinks to activities such as old films and music that resonated with her. She is a kind and caring lady whom Mum enjoyed the company of immensely. I must praise also her ingenuity and resourcefulness in coping with an everchanging situation of care as Mum’s mobility declined. I highly recommend Karen
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Tia H
41 miles away
12 years of experience
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DBS/PVG/NI Access
Enhanced
DBS for
Adult
Issue date
03/09/2024
Interview status
Interviewed
Photo comparison
Verified
Karen m is insured for care work carried out through Curam platform
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