Compassionate Health Care Assistant with experience supporting daily personal care, vital signs monitoring, safe transfers, and infection control. Known for careful documentation, calm communication, and respectful resident support.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Care Assistant
St Catherines Convent
Ballyshannon , Donegal
04.2026 - Current
Supported patients in completing daily living activities, including bathing and dressing.
Assisted with meal service and encouraged proper nutrition during mealtimes.
Provided feeding assistance to residents with disabilities or illnesses to ensure nutritional intake.
Repositioned residents and maintained comfort using safe manual handling practices.
Facilitated safe transfers for patients between wheelchair and bed using proper techniques.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes promptly to senior nursing staff.
Assessed vital signs regularly to identify any changes in patient health status, including including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure.
Recorded care notes and updated patient observations accurately.
Responded promptly to call lights and patient requests, enhancing overall patient satisfaction.
Sanitized rooms, equipment, and shared areas following infection control procedures.
Prepared beds and equipment for use by healthcare professionals.
Escorted residents to appointments and activities within St Catherines Convent.
Interacted positively with family members of patients while delivering compassionate care.
Actively participated in team meetings discussing patient cases and best practices.
Participated in educational opportunities related to healthcare assistant duties.
Communicated with patients to determine feelings, the need for assistance, or social and emotional support.
Hairstylist
Mai Kelly Beauty and Hair
Ballyshannon , Donegal
08.2021 - 03.2026
Consulted with clients at beauty and hair salon to identify preferred styles and service needs.
Cut, shaped, and styled hair using salon tools and professional techniques.
Applied color, highlights, and treatments based on hair condition and client requests.
Shampooed, conditioned, and prepared hair before service in beauty studio setting.
Scheduled appointments and coordinated client flow to optimize service during busy salon shifts.
Greeted clients, handled phone inquiries, and booked appointments to enhance customer experience.
Collaborated with other stylists to ensure efficient service. during busy periods in the salon.
Built relationships with new clients through referrals from existing customers.
Applied health and safety regulations in workplace tasks.