ELIZABETH ADEGUNSOYE
DONCASTER,England
Summary
Support worker with expertise in delivering compassionate care to individuals with diverse health needs, including vulnerable adults with dementia and palliative care patients. Proficient in addressing emotional and daily living requirements while prioritizing safety and well-being. Committed to enhancing quality of life and preserving dignity in care settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2021
2021
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Support Worker
Adeun Health Center Abeokuta, Nigeria
Abeokuta, Nigeria
2024.01 - 2025.09
- Actively listened to client concerns and responded promptly, creating comforting environment that improved patient satisfaction and reduced anxiety for 10+ residents during daily care interactions.
- Built strong therapeutic relationships with patients through compassionate care and friendly communication, increasing client engagement and cooperation with care routines by over 30%.
- Provided physical and emotional support, employing compassionate care to help individuals achieve their full potential.
- Promoted mental stimulation through conversation, reading and games resulting in enhanced cognitive function.
- Implemented care plans set out by healthcare professionals leading to improved patient well-being.
- Contributed feedback on patient progress leading to adjustments in personalised care plans.
Community Health Assistant
FUNAAB Health Center Abeokuta, Nigeria
Abeokuta, Nigeria
2022.04 - 2023.12
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals for improved patient outcomes.
- Provided emotional support during counselling sessions helping individuals cope better with their physical ailments.
- Facilitated group discussions on mental health awareness, engaging 15–25 participants per session and encouraging open dialogue around stigma and wellbeing.
- Delivered health education sessions on common medical conditions and preventive practices to 20+ community members, improving awareness and encouraging healthier lifestyle choices.
Health Care Assistant
Omolayo Care Home Lagos, Nigeria
Lagos, Nigeria
2020.10 - 2022.03
- Collaborated as team to assist over 20 residents with personal hygiene, improving daily living conditions by 10%.
- Leveraging technology to keep track of clients' daily activities, which helped improve their overall experience by 20%.
- Collaborated with nurses to provide comprehensive patient care, ensuring smooth recovery path.
- Assisted in patient care, improved comfort and well-being.
- Monitored vital signs of patients with meticulous attention to detail for accurate readings.
- Liaised between patients and healthcare professionals, facilitated effective communication channels.
Education
Diploma Degree - Public Health
Ogun State College of Health
Ogun State, NigeriaSkills
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Risk assessment and management
- Monitoring and recording observations
- Moving and handling techniques
- Elderly patient care
- Emotional intelligence
- Patient rehabilitation strategies
- Primary and personal care
- Care plan development
- Dementia care expertise
- Mental health awareness
Certification
- Care Certificate Training in Person-Centred Care
- Health & Safety
- First Aid
- Mental Capacity
- Safeguarding
- Fire Safety
- Food Safety
- Infection Control
REFERENCES
Available upon request.
Timeline
Support Worker
Adeun Health Center Abeokuta, Nigeria
2024.01 - 2025.09
Community Health Assistant
FUNAAB Health Center Abeokuta, Nigeria
2022.04 - 2023.12
Health Care Assistant
Omolayo Care Home Lagos, Nigeria
2020.10 - 2022.03
Diploma Degree - Public Health
Ogun State College of Health