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Blessed Agyekum

Health Care Assistant
Grimbsy,NEL

Summary

Fueled by a strong passion for making a lasting impact on the lives of others, this career has been dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care. With valuable experience as a General Nurse in Ghana, a broad range of skills in patient care has been developed, encompassing everything from hands-on medical assistance to the ability to offer emotional support in times of need. Through these experiences, a deep understanding of the importance of empathy, respect, and cultural sensitivity has been cultivated. Each patient encounter has reinforced the belief that effective care goes beyond medical expertise, focusing on treating the whole person with kindness, dignity, and a genuine commitment to their well-being. This dedication to fostering positive change continues to drive a professional journey aimed at improving lives and creating a supportive, healing environment.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language

Work History

Health Care Assistant

The Wolds Care Home
Louth, Lincolnshire
01.2024 - Current
  • Consistently received positive feedback from 90% of clients and their families for providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Successfully assisted 25+ clients with daily living activities, including personal care, medication administration, and meal preparation, ensuring their comfort and well-being.
  • Actively participated in monthly team meetings, contributing to the development of over 15 individualized care plans, improving patient satisfaction and outcomes.
  • Completed mandatory training courses, including CPR, manual handling, and safeguarding, maintaining up-to-date qualifications to ensure safe and effective care.
  • Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.

Support Worker

Nurtrio
Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire
11.2023 - Current
  • Supported clients in incorporating regular physical activity into their daily routines, leading to a 20% improvement in physical activity adherence among participants.
  • Provided strategies to manage emotional eating, resulting in a 30% reduction in instances of emotional eating among client over a 3-month period.
  • Built and maintained supportive relations with client fostering trust and independence, with a 90% satisfaction rate from client feedback surveys.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Developed strong rapport with clients by consistently demonstrating respect, understanding, and genuine concern for their well-being.

Registered Nurse

St. Martins de Porres Hospital
Agormanya, Ghana
09.2020 - 07.2023
  • Provided comprehensive nursing care to patients across various medical specialties, including medical, surgical, and geriatric wards
  • Successfully managed complex patient cases, including those with chronic illnesses and acute conditions
  • Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to development of best practices and protocols
  • Received recognition for exceptional patient care and positive patient outcomes
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.

Education

Bsc - Nursing

Narh Bita School of Nursing
Tema, Ghana
10.2017 - 06.2019

Diploma - Nursing

Narh Bita
Tema, Ghana
09.2014 - 08.2017

Skills

Teamwork and collaboration

Skills

Experienced, Experienced, Skillful, Skillful, Experienced

Timeline

Health Care Assistant

The Wolds Care Home
01.2024 - Current

Support Worker

Nurtrio
11.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse

St. Martins de Porres Hospital
09.2020 - 07.2023

Bsc - Nursing

Narh Bita School of Nursing
10.2017 - 06.2019

Diploma - Nursing

Narh Bita
09.2014 - 08.2017
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