Julia Jastrzebska
Portumna,County Galway
Summary
Compassionate Healthcare Assistant with a comprehensive background in effective, efficient care of elderly patients in care home settings. Providing exceptional care, thorough monitoring and dedication to safe nursing practices for continued patient trust. Maintaining excellent levels of patient care through continued kindness and commitment to safe working practices.
Reliable and dedicated to ensuring high standards in kitchen operations. Skilled in food preparation and maintaining cleanliness, coupled with strong teamwork and communication abilities. Committed to contributing to productive and harmonious kitchen environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work history
healthcare assistant / kitchen assistant
Portumna Retirement Village
Portumna, County Galway
2023.03 - Current
- Assisted in patient care, improved comfort and well-being.
- Prepared meals for patients, ensured balanced nutrition intake.
- Assisted elderly residents with daily tasks such as eating, bathing and dressing up for an enhanced quality of life while living in care homes.
- Handled challenging behaviour from dementia-affected individuals effectively without resorting to force or intimidation.
- Ensured infection control measures were adhered to strictly for a safe environment for both staff and patients alike.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
English as a foreign language teacher
The American Way
, Poland
2022.04 - 2023.02
- Encouraged students' active participation in class discussions, fostering a dynamic learning environment.
- Incorporated real-world examples into lessons making content relatable.
- Employed creative strategies for teaching grammar and vocabulary concepts, achieving better comprehension amongst students.
- Monitored difficulties in students to provide extra coaching and assistance.
- Set-up equipment and gathered teaching materials to prepare for lessons.
Health care assistant/ Kitchen Assitant / Cleaner
Windmill Nursing Home
Ferbane, County Offaly
2020.04 - 2022.12
- Ensured customer satisfaction by addressing specific requests or concerns promptly.
- Mastered different types of cuisine, catering to diverse needs.
- Took on additional responsibilities during staff shortages demonstrating flexibility and commitment.
- Assisted with seasonal deep cleans, contributing towards a fresher environment after periods of heavy use.
- Performed routine checks on cleaning supplies inventory to avoid running out of key items.
- Improved patients' quality of living, engaging in fulfilling and meaningful activities to encourage community access.
- Positioned, lifted and transported patients with limited mobility.
- Provided attentive first-hand care, comfort and safety to patients.
- Prepared nutritionally-balanced meals and assisted with feeding to guarantee wellbeing of individuals under care.
Education
Banagher College
Banagher, County Offaly 08/2015 - 03/2020
Skills
- Handling distressed patients
- Supporting family members
- Multitasking under pressure
- Adapting to patient needs
- Healthcare ethical standards understanding
- Communicating with dementia patients
- Palliative Care
- Elderly care
- Infection control procedures
- Bedside manner
- Safeguarding knowledge
- Housekeeping
- Food preparation
Languages
Polish
Intermediate
Timeline
healthcare assistant / kitchen assistant
Portumna Retirement Village
2023.03 - Current
English as a foreign language teacher
The American Way
2022.04 - 2023.02
Health care assistant/ Kitchen Assitant / Cleaner
Windmill Nursing Home
2020.04 - 2022.12
Banagher College
08/2015 - 03/2020