Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Certification
INTERESTS
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Funke Oyetakin

Wolverhampton,West Midlands

Summary

Experienced care professional with expertise in patient care, compliance, and safety. Proven problem-solving skills and strong leadership abilities enhance team performance and operational efficiency. Proficient in Microsoft Office and adept at time management, ensuring adaptability in dynamic environments. Committed to improving patient outcomes through compassionate care and effective collaboration.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification

Work history

Care Professional

Advance Healthcare City & County Healthcare Group
Wolverhampton, West Midlands
04.2025 - 10.2025
  • Provide personal grooming assistance such as bathing, dressing up for enhanced self-esteem among clients, support with meal preparation. Aiding clients with bedtime routines.
  • Assist with transferring, moving and handling using mobility equipment such as hoists, standing aids, sliding sheets, to ensure safety and prevent accidents.
  • Provide exceptional care to elderly patients including those with dementia, assisting with household cleaning, laundry and meal preparation.
  • Administer medication, ensuring correct dosage and timing according to care plan.
  • Work collaboratively with other carers to provide comprehensive service.
  • Create positive relationships with clients through emotional support and companionship, improving overall quality of life.
  • Monitor clients' physical and mental health, reporting concerns to management for swift action.
  • Participating in ongoing career development trainings.

Volunteer

Global Diabetes Initiative
Wolverhampton, West Midlands
05.2025 - Current
  • Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
  • Support to facilitate community outreaches, educating and sensitizing them on Diabetes treatment, management and prevention.
  • Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
  • Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and clear communications.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Care assistant

Multi-Treasure Care
Lagos, Nigeria
02.2023 - 01.2025
  • Helped with personal care tasks, promoting hygiene and cleanliness amongst patients.
  • Aid in mobility exercises which resulted in improved physical strength among elderly residents.
  • Worked closely under supervision from registered nurses contributing to efficient workflow within the facility.
  • Followed strict dietary plans tailored for each patient's health condition resulting in improved overall health status of residents.
  • Encouraged independence among patients whilst assisting them with tasks.
  • Adhered strictly to professional standards, regulations and policies at all times while executing duties.
  • Participated actively in team meetings and shift handovers, discussing ways to improve service delivery leading to enhanced quality of life for the residents.

Mental health support worker

GoalPrime
Abuja, Nigeria
08.2019 - 01.2023
  • Collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions leading to enhanced community integration.
  • Managed stressful situations calmly under pressure, maintaining a therapeutic atmosphere.
  • Promoted safe environment by adhering to risk assessment guidelines.
  • Navigated delicate situations with empathy whilst maintaining professional boundaries.
  • Supported individuals to improve their wellbeing with weekly goal-setting sessions.
  • Built trustful rapport with clients through consistent reliability and patience.
  • Documented progress notes meticulously, enabling accurate patient assessments.
  • Assisted service users by providing emotional and practical support.
  • Encouraged positive lifestyle changes for sustainable mental health improvements.
  • Upheld strict confidentiality protocols ensuring respect for patient privacy.

Education

NVQ Level 3 - Health and Social Care

Academy for Health and Fitness
United Kingdom
10.2025 -

Masters of Research - International Relations

University of Wolverhampton UK
Wolverhampton
01.2025 -

B.Sc. - Psychology

Obafemi Awolowo University
Ile-Ife, Osun State
05.2015 - 07.2019

NVQ Level 2 - Health and Social Care

School of Healthcare
United Kingdom
01.2025 - 03.2025

GCSEs - Arts and Humanities

Foremost International Secondary School
01.2008 - 01.2013

Certification - The Oliver McGowan Training on Learning Disability and Autism

E-Learning For Healthcare
Online
07.2025 - 07.2025

Certificate - Moving and Handling Practical Training

Care skills Academy
Wolverhampton UK
04.2025 - 04.2025

Skills

  • Basic life and emotional support
  • Dementia care
  • Manual handling
  • Catheter and incontinence care expertise
  • Elderly care
  • Adult and Children Safeguarding
  • Medication Administration
  • CPR certified
  • Overnight care
  • Record keeping and documentation
  • Mental health support
  • Person-centred care
  • Infection prevention and control
  • Collaborative team skills

Certification

  • Diploma in Health & Social Care – Level 2&3 (2025)
  • The Oliver McGowan Training in Learning Disability and Autism (2025)
  • Prevention and Management of Violence and Self Harm, Care Learning (2025)
  • RevivR CPR/AED by British Heart Foundation (2025)
  • Safeguarding and Prevention (2025)
  • Pathway to Care Programme, Florence Academy (2024)
  • Actions to and child sexual exploitation and abuse, EVP and UNICEF (2022)
  • Child Protection in Emergencies, Plan International UNICEF (2021)
  • The Fundamentals of Digital Marketing, Google Digital Skills for Africa (2020)
  • Workforce Collaboration and Development, The Young African Leadership Initiative YALI (2020)
  • Management Strategies for People and Resources, The Young African Leadership Initiative YALI (2020)
  • Annual congress and scientific conference: “Nigerian Association of Psychology Students” at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria (2018)
  • SDG'sACT Online Training, Sustainable Development Goals (2017)
  • ICT Training, Obafemi Awolowo University ICT Center (2015)

INTERESTS

Health and Wellbeing, Mental Health, Personal Development

REFREES

Available upon request

Timeline

NVQ Level 3 - Health and Social Care

Academy for Health and Fitness
10.2025 -

Certification - The Oliver McGowan Training on Learning Disability and Autism

E-Learning For Healthcare
07.2025 - 07.2025

Volunteer

Global Diabetes Initiative
05.2025 - Current

Care Professional

Advance Healthcare City & County Healthcare Group
04.2025 - 10.2025

Certificate - Moving and Handling Practical Training

Care skills Academy
04.2025 - 04.2025

Masters of Research - International Relations

University of Wolverhampton UK
01.2025 -

NVQ Level 2 - Health and Social Care

School of Healthcare
01.2025 - 03.2025

Care assistant

Multi-Treasure Care
02.2023 - 01.2025

Mental health support worker

GoalPrime
08.2019 - 01.2023

B.Sc. - Psychology

Obafemi Awolowo University
05.2015 - 07.2019

GCSEs - Arts and Humanities

Foremost International Secondary School
01.2008 - 01.2013
Funke Oyetakin