Kelsey Callaghan
Dundalk
Summary
A highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Responsible and ready to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills. Building a great rapport with each individual is vitally important within a nursing role.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Nurse
SJOG
North East
01.2024 - Current
- I currently work as a Student Nurse providing person-centered nursing care to all residents within the care of SJOG. A person-centered approach provides care using the nursing process by assisting with daily living activities and mobility needs. I assist in administering medications to all individuals under the supervision of the RN. My role involves supporting the person's overall health and indepence, I have worked closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide quality person-centered care maintaining a safe environment for each Individual, adhering to local policies and guide lines.
Health Care Assistant
SJOG
North East
08.2022 - Current
- Assisted individuals with activities of daily living, such as bathing and dressing. Communication is a vital element within this role to support the residents' rights and aid community participation in supporting their choices. Ensured all information regarding the resident's health and meaningful activity was accurately documented. Observed the individual's physical, mental, and emotional health and reported any changes to supervisor or nurse on duty. Maintained a clean work environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
Healthcare Assistant
Moorehall Nursing Home
Drogheada
07.2016 - 08.2019
- Assisted people with activities of daily living.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times.
- Provided emotional support to family members who were dealing with illness or death of loved ones.
- Promoted a person's comfort by quickly responding to calls and handling diverse needs.
Healthcare Assistant
Carlingford Nursing Home
Carlingford
08.2012 - 07.2015
- Assisted people with activities of daily living.
- Promoted a person's comfort by quickly responding to calls and handling diverse needs.
- Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep individual areas clean and sanitized.
- Communicated changes in a person's condition and other concerns to a multidisciplinary team.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Dundalk Institute of Technology
Dundalk11-2024
High School Diploma -
O Fiaich College
Dundalk 05-2011
High School Diploma -
Louis Secondary School
Dundalk05-2010
Skills
- Clinical Training throughout my placement
- attending to Personal Care Needs
- Task Prioritisation
- Team player
- Shows great empathy
- Communication skills
- Committed and passionate work ethic
Certification
- Full Driving Licence
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Student Nurse
SJOG
01.2024 - Current
Health Care Assistant
SJOG
08.2022 - Current
Healthcare Assistant
Moorehall Nursing Home
07.2016 - 08.2019
Healthcare Assistant
Carlingford Nursing Home
08.2012 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Dundalk Institute of Technology
High School Diploma -
O Fiaich College
High School Diploma -
Louis Secondary School
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