GLORIA AHURUCHI CHIZI-WOLUCHOR
Huddersfield,West Yorkshire
Summary
A compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistant and Social Worker with extensive experience providing person-centred care across a variety of healthcare settings. Skilled in supporting patients with daily activities, medication administration, vital sign monitoring, and maintaining a safe and hygienic environment. Committed to delivering high-quality care and ensuring the dignity, comfort, and well-being of every service user.
Overview
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
Health and Social Care Assistant
Lifeways Group
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
10.2025 - Current
- Encouraged service users to be independent and active members of society.
- Offered emotional support and companionship, reducing feelings of isolation among clients.
- Supported clients in managing their finances and budgeting, increasing their financial independence and security.
- Arranged transport for clients to attend medical appointments, social events, and other activities, enhancing their community participation.
- Conducted regular risk assessments in clients' homes to identify potential hazards and implement preventative measures.
- Developed trusting relationships with service users and advocated on their behalf.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, interventions, and any changes in condition, contributing to continuous care improvement.
- Escorted clients to shops, appointments and special events, tailoring service to meet mobility and personal needs of individuals.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, and mobility, promoting independence.
Health and Social Care Assistant
PHSTAFFING LIMITED (AGENCY)
Leeds, West Yorkshire
08.2025 - 10.2025
- Assisted with standard living activities, promoting independence amongst elderly and dementia clients.
- Maintained clean and hygienic living environments, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Built strong, trusting relationships with patients by providing continuous support and delivering best possible care.
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- Assisted patients with showering, cleaning and toileting duties as requested.
- Administered personal care and assisted with daily living activities to enhance client well-being.
- Maintained excellent patient satisfaction by proactively helping them with their needs, requirements and offering service with a smile.
- Conducted household tasks, including cleaning and laundry, to maintain a safe environment.
- Maintained confidentiality and privacy of client information, adhering to professional standards.
- Supported people with social and physical health with a proactive and helpful approach.
- Provided personalised care and support to residents, enhancing their quality of life.
- Helped patients requiring assistance to consume drinks and food.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, building trust and facilitating smoother care delivery.
- Managed challenging behaviour using approved techniques to ensure safety and respect.
- Closely monitored patient physical and mental health, reporting changes or concerns to managers immediately.
- Provided a friendly, compassionate and proactive approach throughout service.
- Supported service users with mobility issues, using equipment safely to aid movement.
Health Care Assistant
RAPHA CARE (PACESEETTER ASSEMBLY)
Port Harcourt, Rivers State
09.2023 - 05.2025
- Assisted patients with daily personal care tasks, including bathing, dressing, and toileting, promoting 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.
- Maintain clean and hygienic living enviroment, ensurng comfot and safety.
- Assisted with standard living activities, promoting independence amongst elderly clients.
- Engaged in respectful communication, respecting the dignity of those in care.
- Maintained a clean and hygienic environment in patient areas, adhering to infection control protocols.
Health And Social Care Assistant (ELDERLY UNIT)
UNIVERSITY OF PORT HARCOURT TEACHING HOSPITAL
Port Harcourt, Rivers State
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Assisted patients with showering, cleaning and toileting duties as requested.
- Prepared nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary requirements and preferences.
- Used aids and personal equipment to promote service users' mobility.
- Supported clients with mobility challenges, employing equipment and techniques to aid movement.
- Implemented care plans designed by healthcare professionals, adapting to changing needs.
- Presented clients with alternative approaches to resolving identified problems using positive coping skills and methods.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks, respecting privacy and promoting autonomy.
- Administered medication accurately and monitored health conditions, liaising with healthcare professionals.
Social Worker
UNIVERSITY OF PORT HARCOURT TEACHING HOSPITAL
Port Harcourt, Rivers State
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential hazards within the care setting.
- Advocated for client access to community resources, improving their quality of life.
- Organised community events to raise awareness about social issues affecting clients.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of client needs to develop tailored support plans.
- Negotiated with service providers to secure resources for clients facing financial hardship.
- Engaged welfare benefits team and external agencies to address legal, financial and housing issues.
Health Care Assistant
TREASUREHOLD HOSPITAL PORT HARCOURT
Port Harcourt, Rivers State
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Managed challenging behaviour sensitively, adopting a person-centred approach.
- Responded promptly to patient call bells and requests for assistance, prioritising patient safety and satisfaction.
- Maintained excellent patient relationships by going the extra mile to attend to their needs and provide ongoing support.
- Documented care provided, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records were kept.
- Assisted patients in the basic hygiene requirements, including bathing, washing and dressing.
- Facilitated patient mobility through assistance with walking, transfers, and use of mobility aids, preventing falls and promoting independence.
- Cleaned rooms and sanitised kitchen workspaces.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs, contributing to health assessments and care plans.
- Assisted patients with daily personal care tasks, including bathing, dressing, and toileting, promoting dignity and comfort.
Front Desk Assistant
MILITARY HOSPITAL PORT HARCOURT
PortHarcourt, Rivers State
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Responded to enquiries from clients, vendors and members of public.
- Organised and updated master calendar of appointments, files, meetings and events.
- Maintained patient confidentiality, privacy and maintain professional boundaries.
- Managed inventory of front desk supplies and placed orders to avoid shortages.
- Handled appointment reservations via phone, email, and in-person, ensuring accurate data entry and availability checks.
- Organised, file patient records and transfer files to relevant department/unit.
- Managed telephone switchboard, promptly answered incoming calls, and transferred them to appropriate departments.
- Organised and updated master calendar of appointments, meetings and events.
Education
Master of Science - Int. Business with HR Management
Ulster University Manchester
Manchester, MAN01-2026
Diploma of Higher Education - Health and Social care
Allison academy
Mount Carmel, Loughrea, Ireland01-2025
Diploma of Higher Education - Hospital and Health Service Administration
Rivers State College of Health Science & Mgt Tech
Port Harcourt01-2023
Higher National Diploma - Diploma in Office and Information Management
Ignatius Ajuru University of Education
Port Harcourt01-2021
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Port Harcourt
Port Harcourt01-2010
A-Levels - Senior Secondary School Certificate
Niger Grammer School
Port Harcourt01-1997
Skills
- Safeguarding knowledge
- Care plan management
- MicroSoft Word
- Good Communication skills
- Adaptibility and flexibility
- Empathetic
- Written and verbal communication
- Organised
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Professional boundaries
- Client engagement
- Medication administration
- Team collaboration
- Basic life support
- Administrative skills
- Spreadsheet creation
- Financial management
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Certification
• PH Staffing Official CPD Certificate & Learning Reflection tool
• Becoming a Care Assistant
• 15 Standards of Care
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – AHA
• Occupational Health and Safety Administration
• Social Work and Rehabilitation – Licensed by the Association of Medical Social Workers of Nigeria
• Healthcare Assistant / Geriatric care Assistant
Hobbies and interests
- Travelling
- Writing
- Music
- Dancing
- Cooking
Timeline
Health and Social Care Assistant
Lifeways Group
10.2025 - Current
Health and Social Care Assistant
PHSTAFFING LIMITED (AGENCY)
08.2025 - 10.2025
Health Care Assistant
RAPHA CARE (PACESEETTER ASSEMBLY)
09.2023 - 05.2025
Health And Social Care Assistant (ELDERLY UNIT)
UNIVERSITY OF PORT HARCOURT TEACHING HOSPITAL
06.2023 - 09.2023
Social Worker
UNIVERSITY OF PORT HARCOURT TEACHING HOSPITAL
03.2023 - 06.2023
Health Care Assistant
TREASUREHOLD HOSPITAL PORT HARCOURT
10.2022 - 02.2023
Front Desk Assistant
MILITARY HOSPITAL PORT HARCOURT
06.2022 - 10.2022
Master of Science - Int. Business with HR Management
Ulster University Manchester
Diploma of Higher Education - Health and Social care
Allison academy
Diploma of Higher Education - Hospital and Health Service Administration
Rivers State College of Health Science & Mgt Tech
Higher National Diploma - Diploma in Office and Information Management
Ignatius Ajuru University of Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Port Harcourt
A-Levels - Senior Secondary School Certificate
Niger Grammer School