CHRISTIANA AFANU
Summary
Experienced in providing compassionate care in healthcare settings, focused on patient well-being and support. Capable of enhancing patient comfort and recovery through attentive care and effective communication. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, maintaining clean and safe environment, and collaborating with medical professionals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Healthcare Assistant
MCO Healthcare
Wolverhampton, west midlands
05.2024 - 03.2025
- Followed strict dietary plans tailored for each patient's health condition resulting in improved overall health status of residents.
- Respected privacy and dignity of each resident during provision of care services.
- Provided attentive first-hand care, comfort and safety to patients.
- Aid in mobility exercises which resulted in improved physical strength among elderly residents.
- Helped with personal care tasks, promoting hygiene and cleanliness amongst patients.
- Collaborated with healthcare team for effective patient care delivery.
- Assisted in daily living activities for enhanced patient comfort.
- Ensured safe environment by maintaining orderliness and cleanliness in the facility.
- Provided emotional support to patients, improving their mental wellbeing.
- Maintained confidentiality and compliance standards for optimised patient care.
- Prepared healthy meals with additional mealtime planning, feeding and support.
- Successfully positioned, lifted and moved patients from bed into wheelchairs, applying safe handling techniques.
- Observed patient condition and behaviour closely, reporting changes or concerns promptly.
Housekeeping Assistant
Pebbles Of Salcombe Ltd
Salcombe
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Achieved spotless environment for clients through thorough dusting, mopping, and sweeping.
- Completed housekeeping chores promptly without sacrificing quality of workmanship.
- Assisted in maintaining a comfortable home environment for clients via thoughtful arrangement of furnishings and decor items.
- Ensured client satisfaction by providing high-quality cleaning services at all times.
- Followed detailed instructions from homeowners ensuring tailored service meeting their specific needs.
- Handled delicate items carefully during cleaning to prevent damage or loss.
- Cleaned kitchens, bathrooms and bedrooms thoroughly to service level agreements.
- Replaced sheets, duvets and pillowcases daily, maintaining spotless presentation standards.
- Swept and vacuumed floors, hallways and stairwells, keeping public areas immaculately well-presented.
- Sorted and disposed of rubbish and recyclables daily, avoiding waste buildup.
- Stripped beds and remade with fresh linens.
- Worked with strict attention to detail, providing thorough cleaning services within allotted timeframes.
Care Support Assistant
Kyebi Government Hospital
Kibi
01.2021 - 11.2022
- Assisted with mobility issues enabling easier movement around the home.
- Actively listened to client concerns thus creating a comforting environment.
- Promoted physical activity through assistance with exercises improving overall health condition of the client.
- Implemented care plans set out by healthcare professionals leading to improved patient well-being.
- Maintained detailed records of patient behaviour changes for healthcare team reference.
- Prepared nutritious meals that met special dietary needs of clients.
- Increased comfort levels with personal care duties such as bathing and dressing.
- Provided companionship during outings contributing to an active social life for clients.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean environment for improved client health.
- Enhanced wellbeing of patients by providing emotional support and companionship.
- Completed housekeeping tasks resulting in a clean, safe home environment.
- Assisted with personal care activities such as washing and dressing, consistently promoting positive health and hygiene.
- Built strong patient relationships through compassionate care and friendly rapport building.
- Monitored and documented client behaviours, activities and development, aiding appropriate care plan management.
Education
MSc. - Finance
University of Plymouth
Plymouth 09.2023 - 09.2024
BSc - Business and management (Premasters)
University of Plymouth
Plymouth 01.2023 - 05.2023
HND - Accounting
Takoradi Technical University
Ghana 09.2010 - 10.2013
Skills
- Customer Service
- Patient Observations
- Housekeeping
- Customer Support
- Elderly Care expertise
- Basic Life Support
- Patient Handling and Positioning
- Social Care
- Communication Skills
- Time Management
- Team Player
- Data Confidentiality
- Works Under Pressure
- Supervision
REFERENCE
Available upon request
Timeline
Healthcare Assistant
MCO Healthcare
05.2024 - 03.2025
MSc. - Finance
University of Plymouth
09.2023 - 09.2024
Housekeeping Assistant
Pebbles Of Salcombe Ltd
03.2023 - 04.2024
BSc - Business and management (Premasters)
University of Plymouth
01.2023 - 05.2023
Care Support Assistant
Kyebi Government Hospital
01.2021 - 11.2022
HND - Accounting
Takoradi Technical University
09.2010 - 10.2013
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