LAURA MELE

Provided daily support to a blind person, including safe transportation to and from work. Assisted with mobility , orientation, and everydays tasks to promote independence.

ensured clear communication and a supportive enviroment duribng work activities and routines.

Collaborated with multydisciplinary healthcare team in a nursing home to provide holistic care to patients with diverse medical conditions across departments including medicine, surgery, dialysis, and pre/ post- operative units.

Assisted with patient admission, discharge, and daily hygiene care.

Supported patient mobilization and meal assistance even with dysphagic patients .

Administered medication under supervision and monitored vitals signs.

Perfomed wound care, including dressing of minor wounds and bed sores, in coordination with nurses and senior assistants.

Mainteined cleanliness and sanitation of patient areas, medical equipment, and care trolleys.

Supported patients emotionally and phisically, preparing them for surgery and aiding post- operative recovery.

Gained experience in ECG execution and speciment handling for laboratory analysis.

Achieved efficient work environment with strong communication skills.

During my internship as a Healthcare Support Worker (OSS) in a Care home, I gained comprehensive hands-on experience across multiple healthcare settings, including a residential care home (RSA) and a clinical facility. This immersive training significantly enhanced both my professional skills and emotional resilience.

My responsibilities encompassed a wide range of patient care tasks, including:

• Providing direct personal care, such as assisting with hygiene and complete bed baths.
• Supporting patients during meal times (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), working closely with nursing staff to ensure adherence to prescribed diets.
• Collaborating with medical and nursing teams during medication administration.
• Assisting with patient mobilization and repositioning to prevent pressure ulcers.
• Managing wound care, including treatment of pressure sores and various infections.
• Caring for patients with diverse conditions such as dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, stroke, motor impairments, cardiac and pulmonary issues, and those receiving end-of-life care.
• Providing specialized support to patients requiring oxygen therapy, mechanical ventilation, tracheostomy care, and enteral feeding via PEG and PEJ tubes, including preparation and administration of meals and hydration, as well as management of feeding pumps.
• Monitoring vital signs accurately and using assistive devices such as hoists, slings, slide sheets, wheelchairs, and stretchers safely.
• Supporting the nursing team with bed-making (both occupied and unoccupied), cleaning, waste disposal, restocking supplies, and maintaining hygiene standards.
• Assisting with documentation through accurate completion of care records and daily reports.
• Promoting patient wellbeing by supporting participation in recreational and rehabilitative activities.
• Ensuring proper cleaning and sanitization of medical equipment, including suction devices and feeding utensils.

This internship profoundly strengthened my commitment to delivering compassionate, person-centered care that respects individual dignity and promotes the highest possible quality of life for patients.

Personal assistant for Person with Severe phisical Disability (law 162)

Supported a working professional and visual disabilities, promoting indipendence and daily participation.

Provided safe transportation to work, appointments, and social activities.

Offered empathetic, patient, and respectful assistance tailored to individual needs.

Adapted to challenge with a positive and caring approach.

Assisted in personal hygiene tasks to promote health and wellbeing.

Provided constant companionship during outings or at home; alleviated feelings of loneliness.

Provided compassionate, daily care and support to elderly individuals in a home setting.

• Assisted with personal hygiene, dressing, and medication reminders
• Prepared simple, nutritious meals tailored to dietary needs
• Supported mobility, walking, and light exercise
• Offered emotional support and engaging conversation
• Managed light housekeeping tasks (cleaning, laundry, grocery shopping)
• Observed changes in health and reported concerns to family members
• Assisted individuals with dementia by maintaining routines and reducing agitation
• Administered medications as per medical prescriptions and monitored for side effects
• Coordinated medical appointments for timely healthcare provision.

Supported early years practitioners in a nursery setting caring for children aged 0–3 years.

• Assisted with daily routines including feeding, nappy changing, and settling children to sleep
• Engaged babies and toddlers in age-appropriate sensory play, songs, and early learning activities
• Helped promote physical, emotional, and social development through nurturing care and interaction
• Maintained a safe, clean, and welcoming environment in line with safeguarding and health regulations
• Observed and supported developmental milestones such as crawling, first words, and social bonding

• Supports qualified nursery staff in caring for young children (ages 0–3 years)
• Helps with feeding, hygiene routines, supervising play, supporting and organizing daily activities.
• Learns about child development, safety procedures, and early years education, helped create a safe, engaging, and nurturing enviroment while developing strong communication and observation skills.
• Ensured quality childcare by following safety regulations strictly.

Assisted elderly patients with full- body exercises, using specialized equipment to maintain mobility.

Supported their movement between rooms and provided help during meals, ensuring comfort and safety.

Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.