JESSICA TYRRELL BROWNE
Barndarrig,Wicklow
Summary
Proven leader and efficient time manager, I excel in high-pressure environments, evidenced by my impactful tenure at Order Of Malta, along with employment as a care assistant. Skilled in pre-hospital care and patient management, my ability to make critical decisions and provide emotional support has consistently enhanced patient outcomes. My approach integrates hardworking dedication with an outgoing personality, ensuring exceptional medical and emotional care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caring Assistant
Asgard Lodge Nursing Home, Arklow
Wicklow
08.2024 - Current
- Provided emotional support to elderly clients and their families.
- Assisted with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, and mobility.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure and pulse rate.
- Developed individualized care plans for each client in collaboration with family members and healthcare professionals.
- Managed medications according to instructions provided by the physician or pharmacist.
- Organized recreational activities to promote physical and mental wellbeing of the clients.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client's condition, progress notes.
- Assessed safety hazards in the environment and made necessary modifications.
- Performed household tasks such as laundry, cleaning, shopping, meal preparation.
- Communicated regularly with family members about client's health status and needs.
- Provided companionship to reduce loneliness and isolation of elderly individuals.
- Adhered to strict confidentiality guidelines while handling sensitive information related to clients' health conditions or personal matters.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills while interacting with clients, family members, physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Actively participated in team meetings regarding patient care planning or problem solving strategies.
Emergency Medical Technician
Order Of Malta, Rathdrum Unit
Rathdrum, Wicklow, Wicklow
03.2024 - Current
- Worked well as part of a team, respecting my colleagues, coped well under pressure and problem solved in high stress environments.
- Transported patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities using ambulances or other vehicles.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls, assessed the situation and provided appropriate treatment for illnesses or injuries.
- Maintained patient vital signs, including blood pressure, respiration rate, pulse rate, temperature, oxygen saturation level and pain levels.
- Operated specialized medical equipment such as cardiac monitors and suction devices.
- Collaborated with other medical professionals to ensure quality of care for all patients.
- Assessed the scene of an accident or incident before providing medical assistance.
- Monitored patient status during transport ensuring safety at all times.
- Documented patient assessment findings in accordance with established protocols.
- Participated in continuing education courses to maintain certification requirements.
- Utilized proper body mechanics when lifting and moving equipment or assisting patients.
- Ensured that ambulance was stocked properly with necessary supplies prior to responding to calls.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to patients while transporting them to their destination.
- Adhered strictly to safety regulations set forth by local governing bodies.
- Observed infection control measures when treating multiple patients within a given timeframe.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
Caring Assistant
St. Columban's Nursing Home
Magheramore, Wicklow
02.2022 - 07.2024
Education
Emergency Medical Technician -
Emergency Services Training Institute (ESTI)
Ballymount, Dublin09-2024
Pre-Paramedic Fire and Ambulance -
BFEI
Blackrock, Dublin06-2024
Leaving Certificate -
Dominican College Wicklow
06-2022
Skills
- Time management
- Team leader
- Extremely patient
- Organized
- Hard working
- Outgoing personality
- Pre-hospital Care
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Critical decision-making skills
- Patient Management
- CPR and First Aid
- Medical volunteer
Accomplishments
- Emergency Medical Technician
- Fetac level 5 - Care of the Elderly
- Manual Handling / Patient Handling
- Fire Safety
- Infection control
- Fire Warden Certificate
- Hazardous Substances
- Breathing Apparatus
- Child Protection CPAP
Certification
- PHECC Registered Emergency Medical Technician- PHECC PIN- 500850
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Caring Assistant
Asgard Lodge Nursing Home, Arklow
08.2024 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
Order Of Malta, Rathdrum Unit
03.2024 - Current
Caring Assistant
St. Columban's Nursing Home
02.2022 - 07.2024
Emergency Medical Technician -
Emergency Services Training Institute (ESTI)
Pre-Paramedic Fire and Ambulance -
BFEI
Leaving Certificate -
Dominican College Wicklow
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