Samuel Dunoo
Purfleet,Essex
Summary
Experienced health care assistant with comprehensive knowledge of residential and hospital care legislation, including health and safety standards. Proficient in providing care for diverse populations, including young people, adults, the elderly, and individuals with special needs or mental health conditions. Skilled in personal care, meal preparation, and record keeping, with flexibility to work various shifts. Strong understanding of national care standards and their application across different care categories.
Overview
7
7
years of post-secondary education
11
11
years of professional experience
Work history
Support worker
Pineapple care
Grays, Essex
2024.06 - Current
- Promoted physical activity through assistance with exercises improving overall health condition of the client.
- Assured safety measures were met to prevent falls or accidents.
- Encouraged social integration by facilitating community involvement opportunities.
- Administered medication according to schedule, promoting optimal health outcomes.
- Implemented care plans set out by healthcare professionals leading to improved patient well-being.
- Increased comfort levels with personal care duties such as bathing and dressing.
- Maintained detailed records of patient behaviour changes for healthcare team reference.
- Prepared nutritious meals that met special dietary needs of clients.
- Assisted with mobility issues enabling easier movement around the home.
- Supported clients with rehabilitation and socialisation in community settings.
- Offered practical daily living advice, including financial planning, housing support and legal guidance.
- Ran community programmes to limit further client intervention and follow-up care.
Health care assistant
Green Staff Medicals
London, London
2022.06 - 2024.06
- Handled challenging behaviour from dementia-affected individuals effectively without resorting to force or intimidation.
- Managed personal hygiene of bed-bound patients, maintained dignity and respect at all times.
- Escorted patients for tests or procedures within the hospital premises whilst ensuring their safety and comfort.
- Popularised health promotion campaigns among patients by distributing relevant literature and explaining key messages clearly.
- Prepared meals for patients, ensured balanced nutrition intake.
- Assisted elderly residents with daily tasks such as eating, bathing and dressing up for an enhanced quality of life while living in care homes.
- Administered non-prescription medication under supervision, relieved minor discomforts swiftly.
- Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
- Helped service users improve their independence, building strength and confidence to enhance daily living.
- Empowered vulnerable individuals to retain maximum independence through targeted care.
- Actively developed professional healthcare competencies through regular training.
Health care assistant
Hansongrey Agency
2020.01 - 2022.06
- Escorted patients for tests or procedures within the hospital premises whilst ensuring their safety and comfort.
- Assisted elderly residents with daily tasks such as eating, bathing and dressing up for an enhanced quality of life while living in care homes.
- Handled challenging behaviour from dementia-affected individuals effectively without resorting to force or intimidation.
- Monitored vital signs of patients with meticulous attention to detail for accurate readings.
- Kept detailed records of patient progress, assisted medical staff in treatment planning.
Security officer
Homerton University Hospital
Hackney, City Hackney
2015.04 - 2020.06
- Managed lost property system effectively, returning items to rightful owners promptly.
- Responded quickly to any disturbances or incidents on site whilst maintaining professional calmness.
- Maintained order by monitoring CCTV screens and reporting suspicious activities.
- Supervised visitor sign-in process meticulously; ensured accurate record keeping.
- Provided assistance during fire safety checks, improving overall workplace safety.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies for enhancing site security measures.
- Wrote detailed incident reports, facilitating ongoing improvements in security protocols.
- Checked ID cards and documented details in security log.
- Kept entrances secure with consistent visitor, personnel and package screening.
- Eliminated unauthorised access through effective employee and visitor screening.
- Secured cash and valuables against on-property loss or interference during transport.
Education
GCSEs - Business
West Africa Senior High School
Ghana/Accra 1998.09 - 2001.06
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business
Anglia Ruskin University
United Kingdom 2014.05 - 2018.04
Bachelor of Science - Health care
University of Essex
Colchester 2024.09 -
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Health care
University of Essex
2024.09 -
Support worker
Pineapple care
2024.06 - Current
Health care assistant
Green Staff Medicals
2022.06 - 2024.06
Health care assistant
Hansongrey Agency
2020.01 - 2022.06
Security officer
Homerton University Hospital
2015.04 - 2020.06
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business
Anglia Ruskin University
2014.05 - 2018.04
GCSEs - Business
West Africa Senior High School
1998.09 - 2001.06