David Viavonu
Manchester
Summary
Compassionate and reliable aspiring care professional with hands‑on experience supporting individuals in home and community settings. Strong foundation in infection control, safeguarding, hygiene, public health, and basic clinical support through academic background and volunteer roles. Brings a calm, patient, and respectful approach to assisting service users with personal care, mobility, companionship, and daily activities. Enthusiastic about developing within the UK care sector and undertaking further training.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Intern
Lagos State College of Medicine, Medical Research Centre
Ikeja, Nigeria
2024.09 - 2025.09
- Supported patient‑facing healthcare environments while following infection‑control procedures.
- Offered friendly, efficient customer service and handled challenging situations with ease.
- Cleaned work areas and equipment to maintain faultless hygiene standards.
- Assisted staff with safe laboratory workflows and adhered to confidentiality protocols.
- Gained exposure to healthcare operations and multidisciplinary teamwork.
- Adapted to new situations and learned new skills quickly.
Carer worker
The Shepherd's Haven Home
Lagos
2023.10 - 2024.09
- Responded quickly to emergencies, ensuring patient safety at all times.
- Administered medication accurately to patients following the doctor's instructions.
- Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times with empathy and understanding.
- Assisted with daily living activities such as toileting, feeding, and dressing, leading to increased independence among clients.
- Demonstrated flexibility whilst covering shifts at short notice due to staff shortages or emergencies.
Informal Caregiver
Family Support
Lagos, Nigeria
2022.02 - 2023.07
- Assisted elderly and unwell relatives with bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, and daily hygiene.
- Provided medication reminders and monitored well-being or behavioural changes.
- Offered companionship, emotional reassurance, and cognitive stimulation.
- Maintained a clean environment with strong infection‑control habits.
- Supported mobility and fall‑prevention measures using safe, gentle techniques.
Intern
Mecure Healthcare Limited
Oshodi, Nigeria
2022.03 - 2022.09
- Assisted healthcare staff with basic clinical processes in a hygienic, safety‑focused environment.
- Followed PPE and biosafety procedures while handling patient samples.
- Prepared comprehensive reports to facilitate informed decision-making process.
Education
B.Sc. - Microbiology
Covenant University
Ota, Nigeria 2019.09 - 2023.08
Master of Science - Public Health
Teesside University
Middlesbrough 2026.01 -
Skills
- Healthcare ethical standards compliance
- Assisting with personal hygiene
- Documentation development
- Infection prevention and control
- Medication Administration
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) assistance
- Empathetic communication
EXTRA-CURRICULARS & VOLUNTEERING EXPERIENCE
- Supported malaria testing, health education, and community engagement for over 500 participants.
- Promoted hygiene, infection‑prevention, and public‑health awareness in underserved communities.
- Assisted with basic screening tasks, set‑up, and working with vulnerable groups.
Certification
- Leadership Development Diploma, Covenant University, 2023
- Nigerian National Code for Health Research Ethics, 2023
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Master of Science - Public Health
Teesside University
2026.01 -
Intern
Lagos State College of Medicine, Medical Research Centre
2024.09 - 2025.09
Carer worker
The Shepherd's Haven Home
2023.10 - 2024.09
Intern
Mecure Healthcare Limited
2022.03 - 2022.09
Informal Caregiver
Family Support
2022.02 - 2023.07
B.Sc. - Microbiology
Covenant University
2019.09 - 2023.08