Wiktoria Zaremba
Wexford
Summary
I am a dedicated Bioscience and Bio-pharmacutical student with a strong foundation in laboratory techniques, including aseptic technique, solution preparation, titration, spectroscopy, instrumentation and accurate data recording. Alongside my academic training, I work in a nursing home where I provide compassionate, person-centred care to residents, developing strong communication and empathy skills. I am highly organised with excellent time-management abilities, enabling me to balance academic responsibilities, laboratory work, and professional commitments effectively.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Catering Assistant
Genesis Healthcare
wicklow, Ireland
06.2024 - Current
- Dealt with residents' queries and requests politely. Deep-cleaned equipment and food preparation areas.
• Worked closely with catering team to provide seamless meal service to guests.
• Kept clean, tidy kitchen to minimise health and safety risks to residents.
• Upheld health and safety standards to protect staff and customers.Handled customer complaints with professionalism and patience, resolving issues promptly to maintain positive relationships..
• Rotated stock to correctly use ingredients and follow food hygiene guidelines.
• Ensured excellent health and hygiene practices were followed to minimise risks to public.
• Catered for diverse dietary requirements with excellent food allergen awareness.
• Used knowledge from different food and liquid levels to create meals for residents that have level 4/5 diets. Know how to use thickener for fluids for residents that need it.
Household Worker
Signacare Nursing home
Wexford, Ireland
08.2022 - 10.2023
- Managed household cleaning tasks, including dusting, vacuuming, and mopping, to maintain high standards of cleanliness.
• Made rooms and living spaces presentable and welcoming.
• Worked independently with positive and proactive approach to obtaining high standards of cleanliness.
• Worked with respect to client privacy and preferences.
Behaved responsibly at all times for self and others' Health and Safety.
• Handled and stored cleaning chemicals safely.
• Maintained confidentiality and respect for clients' homes and personal belongings at all times.
Prioritised daily tasks to manage workload.
• Reported any necessary repairs or replacements to prevent further damages or shortages.
Followed guidelines for controlling germs, infestations, universal waste, and infection control precautions.
• Complied with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations.
Nursing Student
Signacare Nursing home
Wexford, Ireland
01.2023 - 05.2023
- • Maintained hygienic ward environments, adhering to infection control standards.
• Monitored vital signs of patients, documenting changes and notifying
supervising nurses of any concerns
• Acquired new skills by shadowing senior staff.
• Supported patients with mobility, employing lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
• Administered oral, topical and intravenous medications based on patient symptomatology and treatment plans.
• Tended to patients personal care needs, including feeding, bathing and continence management.
• Supported patients with daily activities, promoting independence whilst ensuring comfort and dignity.
• Assisted registered nurses with daily care routines, enhancing patient comfort and safety.
• Communicated compassionately with patients and families, offering emotional support.
• Practised infection control measures rigorously, safeguarding patients. colleagues, and self from potential health risks.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bioscience with biopharmacuticals
SETU
Carlow, CW2027
Certificate of Higher Education -
FCJ Secondary school Bunclody
Wexford2022
Skills
- Instrumentation
- Experimental design
- Data analysis
- Cell culture
- PCR
- Sterilisation and maintenance
- Documentation
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Infection control
- Dietary management
- Health and safety
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Patient care
- Cleaning standards
- Good communication skills
- Multitasking
- Health and safety training
- Food allergen awareness
- Stock management
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Polish
Proficient
C2
French
Beginner
A1
Irish
Beginner
A1
Certification
- IPC training
- Manual handling training
- COSHH training
- Adult safeguarding training
- Infection control
- Fire training
Interests
- I’m a compassionate person who enjoys helping others, which aligns with my work in a nursing home Outside of work, I love staying active by going to the gym and spending time outdoors I enjoy walking my dogs, hiking, and exploring nature
Timeline
Catering Assistant
Genesis Healthcare
06.2024 - Current
Nursing Student
Signacare Nursing home
01.2023 - 05.2023
Household Worker
Signacare Nursing home
08.2022 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Science - Bioscience with biopharmacuticals
SETU
Certificate of Higher Education -
FCJ Secondary school Bunclody