Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
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Chinedu Amobi

Newcastle upon Tyne,North east

Summary

Compassionate support worker /Health Care Assistant with strong skills in patient care and support. Skilled in offering adequate care, assisting with daily living activities, and providing emotional support to patients , children and young people. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with healthcare teams to ensure high-quality care and improve patient outcomes. Committed to maintaining safe and clean environment for patients, elderly, children and young people.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Support Worker

Castle view group
Newcastle Upon Tyne
11.2025 - Current
  • Escorted clients to shops, appointments and special events, tailoring service to meet mobility and personal needs of individuals.
  • De-escalated violent, aggressive and threatening behaviour.
  • Coordinated with social services and other agencies to access additional support for clients, facilitating comprehensive care.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, and mobility, promoting independence.
  • Provided personalised care and support to individuals with diverse needs, enhancing their quality of life.
  • Maintained detailed records of client progress, interventions, and any changes in condition, contributing to continuous care improvement.
  • Managed challenging behaviour through de-escalation techniques and positive reinforcement, ensuring a safe environment.
  • Conducted regular risk assessments in clients' homes to identify potential hazards and implement preventative measures.
  • Helped clients access community medical, housing and transportation resources.
  • Administered medication accurately and safely, following strict healthcare protocols to maintain client well-being.
  • Offered emotional support and companionship, reducing feelings of isolation among clients.

Health Care Assistant\support worker

Royal Victoria Infirmary
new castle upon tyne, newcastle
07.2023 - 10.2025

1. Vital signs: Taking and recording patients' temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation.
2. Personal care: Assisting patients with bathing, dressing, grooming, and using the bathroom.
3. Mobility assistance: Helping patients with mobility issues, such as transferring them from beds to wheelchairs.
4. Wound care: Assisting with wound dressing, cleaning, and applying topical treatments.
5. Medication support: Assisting patients with taking medications as prescribed by healthcare professionals.

6. Communication: Maintaining effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
7. Documentation: Accurately recording patient information, vital signs, and care activities.
8. Stock management: Maintaining stock levels of supplies and equipment.
9. Infection control: Following infection control protocols to prevent the spread of infections.
10. Maintaining a safe environment: Ensuring the patient care area is clean, tidy, and free from hazards.

Supporting healthcare professionals: assisting nurses, doctors, and other healthcare professionals with various tasks.
11. Providing emotional support: Offering emotional support and comfort to patients, and their families.
12 . Maintaining patient confidentiality: respecting patients' confidentiality and adhering to data protection policies.
13. Participating in training and development: Engaging in ongoing training and development to improve skills and knowledge.

Care Assistant

HC One
hexham, north east
06.2023 - 09.2025

Assisting with personal care (bathing, dressing, grooming), supporting with mobility and transfers, helping with meal preparation and feeding, providing emotional support and companionship, assisting with medication management, maintaining a safe and clean environment, supporting with daily living activities (e.g. laundry, shopping), communicating with healthcare professionals and family members, and documenting patient information and care plans.

Assisted with daily living activities, promoting independence amongst elderly clients.

Health Care Assistant

Homerton University Hospital
London
10.2022 - 06.2023
  • Assisted patients with daily personal care tasks, including bathing, dressing, and toileting, promoting dignity and comfort.
  • Provided quality personal care, such as dressing and bathing, while maintaining respect and sensitivity.
  • Documented care provided, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records were kept.
  • Built strong, trusting relationships with patients by providing continuous support and delivering best possible care.
  • Maintained clean and hygienic living environments, ensuring comfort and safety.
  • Helped patients with bathing, meal assistance, toileting and mobility support.
  • Supported patients with nutrition and hydration needs, ensuring they received appropriate meals and assisting with feeding when necessary.
  • Aided in bathing, dressing and general mobility.
  • Engaged in respectful communication, respecting the dignity of those in care.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, promoting independence amongst elderly clients.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, enhancing their mental well-being and overall quality of life.
  • Provided personalised care and support to residents, enhancing their quality of life.
  • Monitored patient behaviour closely to determine health changes, reporting concerns immediately.
  • Positioned and transported patients in wheelchairs or on movable beds.
  • Managed challenging behaviour sensitively, adopting a person-centred approach.
  • Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality care coordination.
  • Applied principles of safeguarding and protection in all interactions, recognising and reporting any concerns about patient welfare.
  • Documented care provided and observations accurately in patient records, ensuring legal compliance and continuity of care.
  • Responded promptly to patient call bells and requests for assistance, prioritising patient safety and satisfaction.
  • Participated in training sessions, continuously improving care techniques and knowledge.
  • Supported patient wellbeing by planning and participating in daily activities and exercise.
  • Delivered end-of-life care with sensitivity and compassion, supporting patients and their families during difficult times.
  • Assisted in walking, talking and movement activities for rehabilitation purposes.
  • Prepared and served nutritious meals, catering to diverse dietary requirements.
  • Kept public areas clean and hygienic by performing routine sanitisation tasks.
  • Conducted regular checks on patients to monitor their condition and report any changes to registered nurses or doctors.
  • Cleaned rooms and sanitised kitchen workspaces.
  • Monitored and recorded vital signs, contributing to health assessments and care plans.
  • Reduced patient anxiety by clearly and calmly explaining clinical processes and procedures.
  • Monitored ward patients and reported concerns to senior nurses.
  • Provided 24-hour care by periodically monitoring and recording patient status, highlighting concerns to nursing staff.
  • Recorded vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, and pulse, contributing to patient health monitoring.
  • Responded promptly to emergencies, applying first aid and alerting medical staff.

Manager

CHINEX VENTURES WEST AFRICA
Onitsha Anambra state Nigeria, Onitsha north local government area.
07.2018 - 09.2022
  • Addressed customer complaints and feedback with prompt and effective solutions, maintaining a high level of customer service.
  • Controlled expenses and allocated financial resources to reach budget goals.
  • Photographed products for sale, posting pictures via social media to increase visibility.
  • Reconciled daily sales, returns and financial transaction reports and prepared bank deposits.
  • Created work schedules and assigned employees shifts to cover company operations and fulfil clients' needs.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers and service providers to secure advantageous terms and reduce operational costs.
  • Monitored competitive activity within the industry, adjusting strategies to maintain a competitive edge.
  • Oversaw day-to-day functioning of sales operation.
  • Cultivated strong industry relationships to promote services and improve business operations.
  • Analysed sales data and market feedback to adjust strategies and improve product offerings continually.

Home Carer

Family Action
Onitsha Anambra state Nigeria
01.2013 - 10.2019
  • Conducted housekeeping tasks to keep living areas presentable, clean and hygienic.
  • Kept spaces clean and organised, handling linens, clothes washing and basic housekeeping.
  • Provided emotional support to my mother through regular conversation, and companionship.
  • Assisted with daily hygiene requirements such as bathing, cleaning, showering and toileting.
  • Prepared and cooked my mother's food using ovens, fryers, microwaves, and stoves.
  • Coordinated regular exercise for my mother to support her health and wellness goals.

Education

NVQ Level 3 - Diploma in Health and Social Care

Inspire London college
London, ENG
2025

GCSEs - senior secondary school

Institute of Comprehensive Education
Gusau
2018

Skills

  • Personal care
  • Clear communication
  • Patient record keeping
  • Manual handling
  • Patient safeguarding
  • Patient handling and positioning
  • Bedmaking
  • Bathing and dressing assistance
  • Food Hygiene
  • Calm under pressure
  • Elderly care
  • Personal care assistance
  • Basic life support
  • First Aid
  • Empathy and compassion
  • Documentation
  • Assisting with personal hygiene
  • Safeguarding knowledge
  • Mental health support
  • Mobility support
  • Infection prevention and control
  • Pressure area care
  • Patient observation
  • Compassionate care giver

Languages

English
First Language

Certification

  • Diploma in Health and Social Care NVQ level 3
  • West African Examination Council (WAEC)
  • Senior School Leaving Certificate (GCSE)

Timeline

Support Worker

Castle view group
11.2025 - Current

Health Care Assistant\support worker

Royal Victoria Infirmary
07.2023 - 10.2025

Care Assistant

HC One
06.2023 - 09.2025

Health Care Assistant

Homerton University Hospital
10.2022 - 06.2023

Manager

CHINEX VENTURES WEST AFRICA
07.2018 - 09.2022

Home Carer

Family Action
01.2013 - 10.2019

NVQ Level 3 - Diploma in Health and Social Care

Inspire London college

GCSEs - senior secondary school

Institute of Comprehensive Education
Chinedu Amobi