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Natalie Gilligan

Athenry,Ireland

Summary

Skilled Activities Coordinator and Health Care Assistant at Clarinbridge Nursing Home, adept in personal care and first-aid, significantly enhanced patient engagement through innovative programs. Demonstrated exceptional organizational skills and compassion, achieving high participant satisfaction. Expert in fostering physical and emotional development, with a strong focus on patient-centered care. As a caregiver bringing several years of hands-on experience supporting disabled , elderly ,vunerable clients with daily tasks such as , bathing and grocery shopping or just to talk and accompany them,. Thoughtful and compassionate individual with in-depth knowledge of cpr and first aid paired with expertise in caregiving. Committed to treating patients with dignity and respect.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Activities Coordinator

Clarinbridge Nursing Home
Craughwell, Ireland
08.2017 - 11.2019
  • Developed and implemented programs for patients at Clarinbridge Nursing Home, focusing on physical, mental, and emotional development.
  • Planned outings such as shopping trips, masses or museum visits for participants.
  • Organized recreational activities to promote social interaction among participants.
  • Assisted in the planning of special events such as holiday celebrations and fundraisers.
  • Managed budgets for program-related expenses including supplies and equipment purchases.
  • Addressed issues raised by family members regarding their loved ones participation in the program.
  • Conducted surveys and feedback sessions to assess participant satisfaction and identify areas for improvement in the activity program.

Health Care Assistant

Clarinbridge Nursing Home
Craughwell, Ireland
09.2015 - 08.2017
  • Provided assistance to patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing and dressing.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient requests in a timely manner.
  • Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning of bedridden patients.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
  • Interacted positively with family members of patients while delivering compassionate care.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.

Education

Associate of Applied Science -

Pencoed College
Bridgend, Wales
07-1996

High School Diploma -

Bryn Hafren Comprehensive
Wales
06-1992

Skills

  • Personal care assistance
  • First-aid and CPR
  • Chauffeuring

Timeline

Activities Coordinator

Clarinbridge Nursing Home
08.2017 - 11.2019

Health Care Assistant

Clarinbridge Nursing Home
09.2015 - 08.2017

Associate of Applied Science -

Pencoed College

High School Diploma -

Bryn Hafren Comprehensive
Natalie Gilligan