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Margaret Nicholson

Carer
Dublin

Summary

Skilled Care Provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and preparing meals. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness and household activities. Experienced non-medical Care Provider offering [Number] years of expertise providing in-home care. Complete domestic duties, help patients with self-care and hygiene and provide companionship. Experienced working with children and elderly, with skill anticipating and proactively addressing client needs. Friendly and engaging with strong attention to detail. Personal Care Aide experienced in assisting clients with mental impairments or physical limitations to manage everyday tasks. Skilled in geriatric care and providing companionship and direct assistance to cognitively impaired clients. Compassionate [Job Title] possesses gentle touch and caring attitude centered on treating people with dignity and respect. Expertise in [Area of expertise]. Collaborative team player with strong clinical and interpersonal skills. Available [Number] hours per week, weekends and evenings. Experienced [Job Title] knowledgeable about safe patient ambulation, personal grooming assistance and housekeeping. Remains current on relevant medical conditions and working with qualified healthcare staff to maximize care. Devoted to patient physical comfort and emotional support. Dependable employee establishes rapport and trust with patients and helps complete daily living tasks to enhance quality of life. Driven to prioritize individual needs with attention to important details. Valued as accommodating, kind-hearted team player dedicated to expanding knowledge and responsibilities. Compassionate [Job Title] assists elderly or disabled clients and patients from hospices or recovery centers. Observes and reports on patient status, cleans and organizes living quarters and provides companionship. Demonstrated knowledge of vital sign reading and proper aseptic and infection control policies. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

43
years of professional experience
5
years of post-secondary education
1
Language

Work History

Comfort Keepers
Dublin, Dublin

Care Assistant
04.2015 - Current

Job overview

  • Ran errands for patients, did shopping, and picked up other necessities.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
  • Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.

Noonan Cleaning LIMITED
Rathfarnham, Dublin

General Domestic Assistant
08.2000 - 05.2004

Job overview

  • Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

Moore Enterprises
Ballsbridge, Dublin

General Domestic Assistant
03.1997 - 07.2000

Job overview

  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Professional Contract Services
Donnybrook, Dublin

General Domestic Assistant
02.1994 - 02.1995

Job overview

  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.

Rathfarnham Nursing Home
Ballyboden, Dublin

Care Assistant
02.1992 - 10.1993

Job overview

  • Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
  • Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
  • Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.

The Zetland Hotel
Connemara, Galway

Accomodation Skills Assistant
04.1991 - 12.1991

Job overview

  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

The Montague Hotel
Portlaoise, Laois

C.E.R.T Course in Hotel Management
01.1991 - 04.1991

Job overview

  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.

St Josephs Rehabilitation Centre
Harold's Cross, Dublin

Nurses Aide and Care Assistant
01.1980 - 03.1990

Job overview

  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
  • Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.

Education

St Leos Secondary School
Carlow

High School Intermediate and Leaving Certificate
08.1975 - 05.1980

University Overview

Skills

Meal planning and preparation

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Timeline

Care Assistant
Comfort Keepers
04.2015 - Current
General Domestic Assistant
Noonan Cleaning LIMITED
08.2000 - 05.2004
General Domestic Assistant
Moore Enterprises
03.1997 - 07.2000
General Domestic Assistant
Professional Contract Services
02.1994 - 02.1995
Care Assistant
Rathfarnham Nursing Home
02.1992 - 10.1993
Accomodation Skills Assistant
The Zetland Hotel
04.1991 - 12.1991
C.E.R.T Course in Hotel Management
The Montague Hotel
01.1991 - 04.1991
Nurses Aide and Care Assistant
St Josephs Rehabilitation Centre
01.1980 - 03.1990
St Leos Secondary School
High School Intermediate and Leaving Certificate
08.1975 - 05.1980
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