Chukwuka okuchukwu

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains safety, privacy and dignity of all patients in the delivery of patient centered care recognizing and respecting differences including spiritual and cultural beliefs.
• Responsible for recognizing the signs of patient harm, abuse or neglect, including poor clinical practice, identifying issues regarding the safeguarding of children who may be at risk and reporting all such concerns in accordance with Trust Safeguarding procedures.
• Contributes to the creation of a physical and psychological environment conducive to the provision of high quality care.
• Assists patients in the provision of personal care and encourages independence.
• Undertakes delegated activities within level of own competency to assist with the implementation of intervention plans as part of the multidisciplinary team. Patients have a range of mental health conditions, may demonstrate behaviors that challenge and may have difficult family situations of relevance.
• Completes patient assessment tools and accurately summarizes within patient care records.
• Participates in the therapeutic engagement and observation of patients as delegated.
• Identifies changes in patients’ presentation and acts, reports and records appropriately.
• Regularly accompanies and provides support to patients away from the clinical area, as delegated and dependent on current risk assessment. This includes social inclusion/community integration/transfer to and from appropriate areas e.g. acute hospitals, dentist etc.
• Accurately records and reports physiological observations (e.g. temperature, blood pressure, pulse, weight).
• Assists in supporting patients to maintain adequate nutrition and hydration.
• Assists in the assessment and management of pressure care.
• Contributes to the risk assessment and prevention of falls and undertakes appropriate activities, as delegated, following a patient’s fall.
• Monitors patients, as delegated, in accordance with the Rapid Tranquilisation Policy.
• Carries out ECG or venepuncture as required.
• Assists with wound management as directed by the individual intervention plan.
• Demonstrates safe physical interventions in the management of violence and aggression as required.
• Demonstrates safe moving and handling of patients using equipment as required.
• Undertakes administrative tasks in relation to own work.
• Uses Microsoft Office applications.
• Responsible for maintaining accurate and comprehensive patient records using PARIS in accordance with the Trust and professional record keeping standards.
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• Supported end-of-life care compassionately providing comfort during difficult times.
• Implemented stringent infection control measures whilst maintaining a homely environment.
• Assisted residents with personal hygiene tasks for enhanced self-esteem and dignity.
• Provided companionship to elderly patients, resulting in improved emotional wellbeing.
• Maintained accurate records of patient's condition, aiding their medical reviews.
• Devised personalised care plans in line with resident needs leading to increased client satisfaction.
• Ensured safety in the living environment by regular inspection and maintenance.
• Responded promptly to emergencies, minimising risk to clients' health and safety.
• Improved patient comfort by providing high-quality personal care.
• Administered medication accurately, enhancing patient health.
• Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.

• Supported the implementation of care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
• Worked closely with multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic care.
• Assisted in administering medication as per instructions from qualified professionals, ensuring correct dosage and timing are followed.
• Documented patient observations accurately for healthcare team's reference.
• Supported Service users with basic living skills such as dressing and feeding themselves in their homes.
• Prepared meals according to individual dietary requirements, promoting good nutrition.
• Assisted in mobility exercises to enhance physical strength and recovery of patients.
• Provided emotional support for patients and their families during difficult times.
• Enabled better understanding between healthcare team members by acting as a liaison between them.
• Practised infection control standards to maintain patient health and safety.
• Facilitated social activities for patients, boosting morale and wellbeing.
• Collaborated effectively with healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care for patients.
• Supported patients through personal care tasks such as toileting, showering and feeding, maintaining sensitivity to needs and ensuring comfort, dignity and safety throughout.