EMMANUEL EKANEM
9 Watersmeet way, North Thamesmead, London,Bexley
Summary
Calm and caring Healthcare Assistant providing hands-on support with bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, mobility, and daily living needs. Works closely with elderly clients, people with mental health challenges, and children and youth with autism or learning disabilities, using safeguarding awareness, clear communication, and detailed documentation to support safe, dignified care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Care Assistant
Care Direct UK LTD
London, Bromley
11.2024 - Current
- Provided quality personal care, such as dressing and bathing, while maintaining respect and sensitivity.
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting independence amongst elderly clients.
- Assisted patients with mobility through walking, transfers, and mobility aids to promote independence and prevent falls.
- Supported patients with nutrition and hydration needs by providing appropriate meals and assisting with feeding.
- Maintained a clean and hygienic environment in patient areas, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Built strong, trusting relationships with patients by providing continuous support and delivering the best possible care.
- Engaged in respectful communication, respecting the dignity of those in care.
- Enhanced patients' mental wellbeing through compassionate support and engaging activities during care.
- Monitored patient behaviour closely to determine health changes, reporting concerns immediately.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality care coordination.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date care records to support continuity of care and compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Documented care provided and observations accurately in patient records, ensuring legal compliance and continuity of care.
- Changed bed linen and washed patient clothes regularly, maintaining proper hygiene standards.
- Participated in training sessions, continuously improving care techniques and knowledge.
- Assisted service users in their homes, providing overnight support and companionship.
- Collaborated with clients experiencing mental health challenges, providing ongoing support and observation.
- Provided specialised care for children and youth with autism, addressing challenging behaviours and learning disabilities.
Administrative Officer 1
Nigerian Nuclear Regulatory Authority
Abuja, Abuja Municipal
01.2020 - 10.2024
- Managed correspondence flow for the Director of Nuclear Safety, ensuring timely delivery and organisation.
- Collaborated with administrative team to identify and propose enhancements to internal processes and systems.
- Maintained organised and updated file systems to facilitate staff access and use.
- Answered calls and emails, recorded messages accurately, and followed up promptly on enquiries.
- Forwarded letters, packages and other incoming correspondence to staff and departments without delays.
- Created employee attendance reports verifying compliance with company policy.
- Preparing the Director's monthly imprest and following up for implementation.
Healthcare Assistant
Lifeplus Medical Centre
Abuja
01.2020 - 09.2024
- Assisted patients with daily personal care tasks, including bathing, dressing, and toileting, promoting dignity and comfort.
- Delivered high-quality personal care to support patient independence daily.
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting independence amongst elderly clients.
- Supported residents with mobility issues, using equipment safely to aid movement.
- Monitored patient health, behavioural and physical changes, promptly reporting significant concerns to ward supervisor to ensure timely interventions.
- Monitored vital signs and recorded health data to ensure patient safety now.
- Engaged in respectful communication, respecting the dignity of those in care.
- Assisted patients with various needs to enhance care experience and improve mental wellbeing through supportive and positive interactions.
- Provided compassionate emotional support to patients and families, fostering comfort during challenging times.
- Maintained clean and hygienic living environments, ensuring comfort and safety.
Education
High School Diploma: WAEC -
Ideal Secondary Commercial School
Obot Akara, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria07-2007
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
University Of Calabar
Calabar, Nigeria04-2014
Skills
- First Aid
- Clinical waste disposal
- Mental health care
- Safeguarding knowledge
- Mobility assistance
- Mobility support
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Dementia care training
- End Of Life Care
- Home support
- Patient interaction
- Emotional support
- Dignity preservation
- Patient safeguarding
- Clear communication
- Confidentiality understanding
- Calm under pressure
- Disability support
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Client relationship management
- Record-keeping
- Empathy and compassion
Certification
- Understanding Dementia - Completed
- Manual Handling - Completed
- Basic Life Support - Completed
- Reporting & Recording - Completed
- Health and Social Care Diploma, Level 3 Certificate - Completed
- Food Hygiene - Completed
- Medication Administration - Completed
- First Aid - Completed
- Six Steps Training(End of Life Care)Completed
Interests
- Reading
- Writing
- Caring
- Research Driven
References
- Grace Adams
Branch Manager
Care Direct UK LTD
admin@caredirectuk.org.uk
02086765627, 07534720021
- Lifeplus Medical Centre Abuja
info@lifeplusmedicals.com
+2347038378673
References
Excellent References upon request
Timeline
Health Care Assistant
Care Direct UK LTD
11.2024 - Current
Administrative Officer 1
Nigerian Nuclear Regulatory Authority
01.2020 - 10.2024
Healthcare Assistant
Lifeplus Medical Centre
01.2020 - 09.2024
High School Diploma: WAEC -
Ideal Secondary Commercial School
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
University Of Calabar