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Cherry Akenzua

Sherburn,Durham

Summary

Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive expertise in catheter and stoma care, proficient in safe patient transfers using manual and ceiling hoists. Demonstrates exceptional skills in medication administration, meticulous record-keeping, and delivering specialised dementia care. Committed to maintaining high standards of client safety, dignity, and confidentiality while providing comprehensive personal care. Regularly participates in training to enhance skills and knowledge, ensuring compliance with the latest healthcare practices. Career goal includes advancing expertise in end-of-life care to further support patient needs compassionately.

Experienced in providing compassionate care within residential and care home settings. Possess unique understanding of patient needs and mental health support. Committed to enhancing quality of life for clients through personal care, meal preparation and social interaction. Skilled in managing schedules and maintaining cleanliness and order. Ready to deliver high-quality care to individuals in diverse health situations.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
16
16
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Carer assistant

Helping Hands home Care
Durham
12.2019 - Current
  • Assisted with personal hygiene to ensure health and wellbeing.
  • Supported families with information on patient progress and condition.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly, identifying any potential health issues early on.
  • Coordinated with healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care.
  • Enhanced patient morale with regular interaction and conversation.
  • Administered medication as prescribed, ensuring optimal health.
  • Provided care for elderly patients, promoting their dignity and respect.
  • Maintained cleanliness of living areas, resulting in a safe environment.

Care assistant

middleton retirement village
Darlington
05.2023 - 06.2023
  • Assisted in daily living activities for enhanced patient comfort.
  • Encouraged independence among patients whilst assisting them with tasks.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations, ensuring safety of all residents.
  • Aid in mobility exercises which resulted in improved physical strength among elderly residents.

CIAS France

council/marie
saint brieuc , brittany france
06.2004 - 06.2019

. Coordinating services and creatiing support plans

. Coordinating carers to work with customers

. Liaising with customers and families daily

.Compiling daily reports relating to service rendered or not rendered

. Communicating regularly with other health professionals

. Dealing with complaints and deescalating conflicts in a professional manner.

. Completing regular in house training.

. Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.

. Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.

Education

health care - care

Afpa, adult learning
Saint brieuc, France
10.2003 - 04.2004

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Concordia university
Canada
09.1988 - 06.1992

A-Levels -

A-Levels
Canada
09.1986 - 06.1998

Skills

Catheter care, including removal and attachment of catheter bags

Stoma care

Moving and handling, transfers using both manual and ceiling hoist, molift, slide sheets safely and effectively

Provide comprehensive personal care from strip wash to full body wash

Transfers

Medication administration as well as documentation accurately and safely

Maintain detail log book and body maps

Keep meticulous records to ensure high standards of care and compliance

Deliver specialised dementia care and participate in relevant training

Meal preparation according to dietary requirements and preferences

Participate in Regular in-house training to maintain and update skills and knowledge

Ensure the safety, dignity and protection of clients at all times

Patient confidentiality adherence

End-Of-Life compassion

Affiliations

  • In my spare time i enjoy spending time with family and friends, i enjoy the fresh air and outdoors, i regularly go for long walks to relax. i love winding down with a good book.

Timeline

Care assistant

middleton retirement village
05.2023 - 06.2023

Carer assistant

Helping Hands home Care
12.2019 - Current

CIAS France

council/marie
06.2004 - 06.2019

health care - care

Afpa, adult learning
10.2003 - 04.2004

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Concordia university
09.1988 - 06.1992

A-Levels -

A-Levels
09.1986 - 06.1998
Cherry Akenzua