Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Languages
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
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Abimbola Ojegoke

Sunderland,United Kingdom

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Nurse with over seven years of clinical experience providing hands-on care to individuals in both hospital and residential settings while in Nigeria. Skilled in patient observation, medication administration, and promoting comfort and well-being across physical, emotional, and psychological needs. Adept at working closely with families, doctors, and multidisciplinary teams to maintain care plans that uphold dignity and safety. Valued for clear communication, gentle reassurance, and a calm presence under pressure.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Support worker

Jayco Recruitment
Hebburn, Tyne and Wear
06.2025 - Current
  • Enhanced well-being of patients by providing emotional support and companionship.
  • Promoted mental stimulation through conversation, reading and games resulting in enhanced cognitive function.
  • Implemented care plans set out by healthcare professionals leading to improved patient well-being.
  • Participated in regular team meetings, enhancing quality of care provided.
  • Used excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage and interact with individuals in need.
  • Built strong patient relationships through compassionate care and friendly rapport building.
  • Monitored and documented client behaviours, activities and development, aiding appropriate care plan management.
  • Delivered high-quality care to individuals with varying needs, tailoring support to meet personalised care plans.
  • Provided support in social, physical and emotional areas to assist clients with integration into local community.
  • Provided physical and emotional support, employing compassionate care to help individuals achieve their full potential.
  • Assured safety measures were met to prevent falls or accidents.
  • Contributed feedback on patient progress leading to adjustments in personalised care plans.
  • Administered medication according to schedule, promoting optimal health outcomes.

Support Care Worker

Complesso Healthcare Solutions
Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
02.2024 - 09.2024
  • Assisted the elderly with activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
  • Oversaw adherence to medications as prescribed by the doctor, making sure he didn't disrupt the treatment regimen.
  • Planned and prepared nutritious meals for the elderly, taking into account their dietary needs and preferences.
  • Offered emotional support to the elderly and providing companionship to reduce feelings of loneliness.
  • Assisting the elderly with mobility, using walking aids such as walkers or canes, and helping them to move around the home.
  • Engaged them in his favourite activities as okayed by the physician, such activities included exercise, games, and social events, to promote mental and physical well-being.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties such as cleaning, laundry, and grocery shopping.
  • Monitored vital signs, health status, and reporting any changes or concerns to the doctor or nurse.
  • Scheduled and accompanied him to medical appointments, and communicating with healthcare providers.
  • Collaborated with family members to ensure needs are met, and keeping them informed of any changes in their health or care plan.
  • Improved hygiene standards by assisting clients with personal grooming needs like bathing and dressing up.
  • Promoted patient independence through encouragement and guidance in performing tasks.
  • Offered emotional support during challenging times, facilitating better coping mechanisms.
  • Facilitated social outings, promoting community integration and mental wellbeing.

Nurse

Firstline Hospital
Lagos
12.2015 - 10.2022
  • Provide direct, professional nursing care to patients.
  • Prepare equipment and assist physicians during examinations and treatments.
  • Monitor patient conditions closely, reporting and recording signs of deterioration for swift action.
  • Actively promote best nursing practices, leading by example in providing accurate, prompt patient provisions.
  • Administered injections, took blood samples to aid in accurate diagnosis.
  • Participated regularly in professional development activities to enhance nursing skills.
  • Provided high-quality patient care by administering medication, conducting routine checks and updating medical records.
  • Maintain continued personal development through regular training, maximising nursing capabilities and competence.
  • Perform evaluation of new and existing patients to determine priority and suitability of treatment and/or need for modifications.
  • Administer prescribed medications, apply sterile dressings, and monitor vital signs.
  • Maintain confidentiality of patient records.
  • Perform specialised nursing procedures related to the unique needs of patients.
  • Oversee and guide the work of other support staff.
  • Liaised effectively with patients' families, facilitating communication between medical staff and family members.
  • Carried out infection control measures resulting in reduced risk of hospital-acquired infections.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team for improved patient outcomes.

Education

Bachelor of Nursing Science - Nursing

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology
Oyo State, Nigeria
10.2018 - 03.2022

Registered Midwife - Nursing

School of Midwifery, Army College of Nursing
Yaba, Lagos
09.2019 - 05.2021

Registered Nurse - Nursing

School of Nursing, Baptist Medical Center
Oyo State, Nigeria
09.2012 - 11.2015

Skills

  • Open minded
  • Desire to work with people
  • Good communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Good listening skills
  • Sense of humour
  • Organisational skills
  • Caring
  • Medication administration
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient documentation
  • Care plan implementation
  • Emotional support provision
  • Companionship facilitation
  • Patient mobility assistance
  • Team collaboration
  • Community integration
  • Compassionate care
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Conflict resolution
  • reliable and trustworthy
  • Dementia care knowledge
  • resilience in difficult situations
  • Risk assessment application
  • Palliative care understanding
  • Assistive technology use
  • Elderly assistance proficiency
  • Behaviour modification techniques
  • Professional boundaries understanding
  • Nutrition planning competency
  • Client assessment capabilities
  • Empathy for clients
  • Self-Management
  • Basic nursing care
  • Infection control knowledge
  • Dealing with vulnerable clients
  • Dementia care expertise
  • Personal care assistance
  • Care management
  • Activities of Daily Living
  • Social care
  • Finance management
  • Documentation expertise

Languages

English
Fluent

Accomplishments

  • Occupation and Environmental Safety & Health Course HSE Level 1 (Award in Health and Safety at Work).
  • Occupation and Environmental Safety & Health Course HSE Level 2 (Award in Risk Assessment Practical Application).
  • Occupation and Environmental Safety & Health Course HSE Level 3 (Award in Environmental Awareness).

Affiliations

Singing, travelling and reading.

Certification

  • Save a Life certification by NHCPS in CPR, AED and First Aid Certification Course.
  • Save a Life certification by NHCPS in Basic Life Support.
  • Save a Life certification by NHCPS in Advanced Cardiac Life Support.
  • Save a Life certification by NHCPS in Bloodborne Pathogens Certification Course.
  • The Oliver McGowan Certificate on Learning Disability and Autism.
  • Certificate in Infection Control.
  • Certificate in Care Planning.
  • Certificate in First Aid Awareness.
  • Certificate in Diversity, Equality and Inclusion.
  • Certificate in Moving and Handling Assessment.
  • Certificate of Achievement in COSHH Awareness Training.
  • Certificate of Achievement in Dementia Care
  • Certificate of Achievement in Equality, Diversity and Human Rights.
  • Certificate of Achievement Fire Safety CSTF Aligned.
  • Certificate of Achievement in Food Safety Level 2.
  • Certificate of Achievement in GDPR Awareness.
  • Certificate of Achievement in Health and Safety Awareness.
  • Certificate of Achievement in Learning Disability Awareness.
  • Certificate of Achievement in Personal Care Awareness.
  • Certificate of Achievement in Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Awareness.
  • Certificate of Achievement in Disability Awareness.
  • Certificate of Achievement in Drugs and Alcohol Awareness.
  • Certificate of Achievement in Emergency First Aid Awareness.
  • Certificate of Achievement in Infection Prevention and Control Level 2 CSTF Aligned.
  • Certificate of Achievement in Medication Advanced, Including Administration.
  • Certificate of Achievement in Medication Awareness.
  • Certificate of Achievement in Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberties Awareness.
  • Certificate of Achievement in Moving and Handling of People Awareness.
  • Certificate of Achievement in Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults Awareness.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Support worker

Jayco Recruitment
06.2025 - Current

Support Care Worker

Complesso Healthcare Solutions
02.2024 - 09.2024

Registered Midwife - Nursing

School of Midwifery, Army College of Nursing
09.2019 - 05.2021

Bachelor of Nursing Science - Nursing

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology
10.2018 - 03.2022

Nurse

Firstline Hospital
12.2015 - 10.2022

Registered Nurse - Nursing

School of Nursing, Baptist Medical Center
09.2012 - 11.2015

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