Etheldreda Onyinyechi Maduike
swindon,Wiltshire
Summary
Dedicated Health Care Assistant with extensive experience in person-centred care and supported living environments. Proven ability to enhance patient dignity and comfort through effective personal care, emotional support, and mobility assistance. Skilled in medication administration, behaviour monitoring, and client relationship management, ensuring comprehensive care tailored to individual needs. Strong communicator adept at collaborating with healthcare professionals to deliver holistic care solutions. Committed to promoting independence and community engagement for improved quality of life.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Care Assistant
Maria Mallaband Care Group
swindon, Wiltshire
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily personal care tasks, including bathing, dressing, and toileting, to enhance dignity and comfort.
- Documented care provided, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records were kept.
- Built strong, trusting relationships with patients by providing continuous support and delivering best possible care.
- Maintained a clean and hygienic environment in patient areas, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Supported patients with nutrition and hydration needs, ensuring they received appropriate meals and assisting with feeding as needed.
- Communicated respectfully with patients to uphold their dignity and foster trust.
- Changed bed linen and washed patient clothes regularly, maintaining proper hygiene standards.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, enhancing their mental well-being and overall quality of life.
- Supported residents with mobility issues, using equipment safely to aid movement.
- Provided supportive companionship to patients, positively contributing to their mental wellbeing.
- Promoted and encouraged independence while assisting patients with daily routines.
- Positioned and transported patients in wheelchairs or on movable beds.
- Monitored patient behaviour closely to determine health changes, reporting concerns immediately.
- Provided personalised care and support to residents, enhancing their quality of life.
Support Worker
Dignus Healthcare (Supported Living)
Birmingham
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, and mobility, promoting independence.
- Provided personalised care and support to individuals with diverse needs, enhancing their quality of life.
- Administered medication accurately and safely, following strict healthcare protocols to maintain client well-being.
- Offered emotional support and companionship, reducing feelings of isolation among clients.
- Promoted independence and community engagement among service users, enhancing their social inclusion.
- Escorted clients to shops, appointments and special events, tailoring service to meet mobility and personal needs of individuals.
- Documented client behaviours, activity engagement, skills development, and notable incidents to inform care strategies.
- Maintained comprehensive records of client progress and interventions, supporting tailored care and treatment adjustments.
- Provided support in social, physical and emotional areas to assist clients with integrating into local community.
- Managed challenging behaviour through de-escalation techniques and positive reinforcement, ensuring a safe environment.
- Communicated effectively with clients' families, providing updates and advice to support them in their caring roles.
- De-escalated violent, aggressive and threatening behaviour.
- Arranged transport for clients to attend medical appointments, social events, and other activities, enhancing their community participation.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate care services, ensuring a holistic approach to client health.
Education
Master of Science - Public Health
University of Birmingham
Birmingham, England2022
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
Imo state University
Owerri2015
Skills
- Person-Centred Care
- Supported Living & Residential Care
- Medication administration
- Emotional support
- Mobility assistance
- Client relationship management
- Behaviour monitoring
- Independent living support
- Safety management
- Patient safeguarding
Timeline
Health Care Assistant
Maria Mallaband Care Group
01.2023 - Current
Support Worker
Dignus Healthcare (Supported Living)
06.2022 - 12.2022
Master of Science - Public Health
University of Birmingham
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
Imo state University