CHINWE EBOH
Sussex
Summary
Dutiful Healthcare Assistant works under guidance of healthcare professionals in hospitals and community settings to aid with clinical duties, observe and monitor patients and promote physical and nutritional health and well-being. Compassionate team player recognized for positive, upbeat attitude and proactive demeanor in solving problems. Flexible learner adapts easily to new challenges.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Healthcare Assistant
Sussex partnership NHS Trust
East Sussex, United Kingdom.
01.2023 - Current
- Aides in activities of daily living e.g.feeding, toileting, bathing and focusing on specific care requirements for patients presenting with complex health problem and prompt record keeping.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams of healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Promoted recovery by proactively identifying potential issues or complications related to medication side effects or changes in condition.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by strictly adhering to NMC guidelines in all aspects of care provision and recordkeeping.
- Enhanced communication between patients and medical staff by serving as a liaison and relaying pertinent information accurately.
- Assisted nurses in administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting patient progress for better treatment outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in healthcare assistance.
- Conducts patient assessment, planning and delivering of care,vital sign monitoring and carrying out evaluations on care effectiveness.
- Act with integrity and in the best interest of patients while ensuring compliance with trust polices and NMC guidelines to promote efficiency and delivery of operational excellence.
- Assessed the physical and psychosocial status and the home environment of patients.
- Evaluated appropriateness of care plan and physician orders as related to patient care.
- Accurately completed assignments and general duties, increasing overall efficiency.
- Ensures that patient centered care is carried out effectively and timely.
- Streamlined administrative tasks such as updating records, scheduling appointments, and managing supply inventory for improved efficiency.
- Demonstrated professionalism through punctuality, attention to detail, and consistent provision of quality patient care.
- Adapted care plans to meet the unique needs of diverse patient populations, including those with cognitive, physical, or developmental disabilities.
- Performed physical therapy exercises with patients under clinical supervision, supporting rehabilitation goals through diligent practice sessions.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Participated in cleaning and maintenance of medical equipment to assist in department function and regulation compliance.
- Using the electronic patient record system in prompt recording and report.
- Accompanied patients to appointments and medical procedures, offering emotional support and ensuring their comfort throughout the process.
Nurse
TLC Health Management Services Limited
Portharcourth Nigeria
01.2004 - 01.2022
- Talented in ensuring patients’ physical safety, by making sure that their environment is safe and secure.
- Improved support service and overall quality standards of the facility.
- Hands-on experience in determining patients’ specific personalities, by engaging them in conversation.
- Data monitoring and documentation of cases.
- Collation and collection of data for planning and implementation.
- Risk assessment and management by reporting to the line manager for resolution.
- Carried out other administrative assignment as delegated by the line manager.
- Liaised with professional staff in carrying out care plans.
- Assisted in planning of trainings for new staff.
- Corresponds appropriate information to patients, peers, managers, and physicians, hence decreasing the communication gap.
- Demonstrated due diligence in carrying out care in line with practice to enhance patient wellbeing and promote safety and quality of life.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Documented nursing services provided and uploaded to comprehensive tracking systems for health records and billing.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
Education
Care certificate
01.2022
Save a life certification (BLSC)
01.2021
Customer care certification -
Service Quality Institute, MN USA
01.2007
Registered Midwife -
College of Midwifery Abia state Nigeria
01.2003
Registered General Nurse -
College of Nursing Umulogho, Imo State Nigeria
01.2001
Skills
- Able to multitask
- Strong oral and written skills
- Critical thinking
- Leadership skills
- Adaptability and Attentiveness
- Knowledge of health care computer system and data management
- Problem solving and Team player
- Quality Assurance
- CPR Certification
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- Caring and kind
- CPR and First aid
- Communication and listening skill
- Analyzing patient data
Hobbies and Interests
- Cooking and baking
- Gardening.
- Enjoys reading and drawing
- Singing.
- Card making and knitting
- Volunteer worker at old people's home in Rivers State.
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Healthcare Assistant
Sussex partnership NHS Trust
01.2023 - Current
Nurse
TLC Health Management Services Limited
01.2004 - 01.2022
Care certificate
Save a life certification (BLSC)
Customer care certification -
Service Quality Institute, MN USA
Registered Midwife -
College of Midwifery Abia state Nigeria
Registered General Nurse -
College of Nursing Umulogho, Imo State Nigeria