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GODWIN ANTAI

Wolverhampton,West Midlands

Summary

A conscientious Care Assistant with expertise in the provision of exemplary care to maintain the health, safety, and development of elderly patients, often with complex healthcare needs.
With extensive knowledge of health care services, is highly experienced in the delivery of individual care plans whilst working in conjunction with community and local authority teams. Skilled in mental health support, with an emphasis on promoting and maintaining patient well-being and independence. Demonstrates strong leadership qualities with the ability to conduct patient assessments, supervise the provision of safe and compassionate care, and evaluate care effectiveness. Acts with integrity and in the best interest of patients while ensuring compliance with policies and guidelines to promote care home efficiency.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

SUPPORT WORKER

LIFEWAYS GROUP
Wolverhampton, West Midlands
02.2023 - Current
  • Providing physical support which includes helping with personal care
  • Providing emotional support for an individual
  • Supporting and helping with health care needs, including routine checks or administrating medication
  • Encouraging and supporting the development of personal skills through hobbies and interests
  • Teaching life skills, such as shopping, using public transport, and paying bills
  • Working with other healthcare professionals to ensure that all care needs meet the highest possible standards
  • Help the people I support to form meaningful connections
  • This could be by aiding them in their hobbies and interests, connecting them with suitable community groups, enabling them to attend college, or encouraging them to develop a new life skill such as cooking or money management
  • To achieve this, understanding how the person communicates and their likes and dislikes is an important part of my job.
  • Led group activity programmes to support independence and encourage community inclusion.
  • Monitored individuals' progress, continuously updating and adjusting care plans to meet health and well-being needs.
  • Assisted with personal care activities such as washing and dressing, consistently promoting positive health and hygiene.
  • Promoted personal well-being and independence, building service user confidence through social and community interaction.
  • Used excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage and interact with individuals in need.
  • Facilitated weekly group meetings, providing safe, secure spaces for service users to interact and socialise.
  • Delivered high-quality care to individuals with varying needs, tailoring support to meet personalised care plans.
  • Administered medication with rigorous planning and recordkeeping.
  • Empowered individuals to pursue hobbies and leisure activities such as shopping and creative activities.
  • Applied mobility assistance knowledge to safely ambulate patients in varying elevations and obstacles.
  • Improved health outcomes by delivering consistent care in collaboration with nursing team.
  • Provided support in social, physical and emotional areas to assist clients with integration into local community.
  • Conducted one-to-one and group support sessions, helping service users to achieve care plan objectives.
  • Monitored and documented client behaviours, activities, and development, aiding appropriate care plan management.
  • Provided physical and emotional support, employing compassionate care to help individuals achieve their full potential.
  • Built strong patient relationships through compassionate care and friendly rapport building.
  • Reported on service user progress to senior staff, addressing concerns and suggesting appropriate action.
  • Ensured consistent quality improvement by developing improved personal care services, optimising service user satisfaction.
  • Continuously promoted best practices in health, safety and security to safeguard service user welfare.

HEALTHCARE ASSISTANT/ATTENDANT

Government General Hospital
Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Care for the elderly and people in who require special needs
  • Ensure patients hygiene is maintained at all times thereby reducing chances of infections
  • Ensure safe moving and handling procedures
  • In the assessment of health care needs by undertaking assessment aspects that have been delegated by the registered practitioner and in completion of care documentation
  • Assist the Registered Nurse in the evaluation of care and completion of patient documents
  • Works collaboratively with others in the day unit to ensure that patients' and carers needs are met
  • Recognize and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations
  • Ensure compliance with legislation, policies, and procedures for self and others
  • Report any concern regarding patient care and document it on the patient's database
  • Participate in patient and public involvement activities
  • Support people's equality, diversity, and rights
  • Support and encourage patients to live independently
  • Ensured proper housekeeping in the wards to prevent food contamination and the spread of diseases
  • Report any change in patient's health to the supervisor
  • Establish and maintain effective communication with patients, carers, and staff, empathizing and being understanding where there may be barriers to understanding
  • Participate in team meetings, and multi-disciplinary working relationships liaising with all agencies internal and external relevant to the patients' care
  • Plan, organise, and implement tasks, activities, and care programs for identified patients with the support of the registered healthcare professional
  • Ensure rooms and clinical equipment are prepared for use in a timely manner
  • Inputting patient data electronically
  • Provide advice and support to patients and families with the agreed competency framework
  • Recognizes and understands the roles of others and supports new and less experienced staff and students under the direction of a registered health professional
  • Responsible for own data entry on patient electronic record
  • Accurate recording and processing of patient information and patient care.
  • Provided personalised care and support to vulnerable individuals, helping them retain maximum independence.
  • Built patient confidence through physical exercise, promoting positive lifestyle changes and improved well-being.
  • Provided compassionate personal care for elderly patients, offering support with washing, dressing, and toileting.
  • Promoted positive physical and emotional well-being through empathetic care and compassionate assistance.
  • Safely and securely transported patients using hoists and wheelchairs.
  • Monitored patients' conditions closely and escalated concerns to senior staff.
  • Thoroughly sterilised and sanitised clinical equipment and accessories.
  • Prepared healthy meals with additional mealtime planning, feeding, and support.

Education

Bachelor's Degree (B.A) - Communication Arts

University of Uyo
01.2010 - 08.2015

TRAININGS Care Certificate (Standards 1 to 15) - Completed Florence Academy (Health - undefined

(First Aid) - Completed Florence Academy (Equality and Diversity)- Completed Florence Academy (Fire Safety) - Completed Florence Academy - undefined

Florence Academy

Florence Academy (Safeguarding Adults Level 1&2: Adult Support and Protection) - Completed Florence Academy (Food Hygiene - undefined

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Care plan development
  • Life skills development
  • Safeguarding policies
  • Personal care
  • Care management
  • Development support
  • Activities of Daily Living
  • Social care
  • Clean driving record
  • Care needs assessment
  • Documentation expertise
  • Intervention techniques
  • End-user training
  • Safeguarding Children &
    Adults
  • Administering
    Medication
  • Mental Health Support
  • COSHH
  • Patient Record Keeping
  • End of Life Care
  • Care Plans
  • Person-centered Care
  • Fluids and Nutrition
  • Basic Life Support

Certification

Proficiency in Computer Fundamentals Human Resource Development Seminar Career Development Seminar ACT Awareness E-Learning

Interests

Writing, Singing, Reading, Travelling, meeting people, and making friends.

Languages

English
Fluent

Timeline

SUPPORT WORKER

LIFEWAYS GROUP
02.2023 - Current

HEALTHCARE ASSISTANT/ATTENDANT

Government General Hospital
01.2020 - 01.2022

Bachelor's Degree (B.A) - Communication Arts

University of Uyo
01.2010 - 08.2015

TRAININGS Care Certificate (Standards 1 to 15) - Completed Florence Academy (Health - undefined

(First Aid) - Completed Florence Academy (Equality and Diversity)- Completed Florence Academy (Fire Safety) - Completed Florence Academy - undefined

Florence Academy

Florence Academy (Safeguarding Adults Level 1&2: Adult Support and Protection) - Completed Florence Academy (Food Hygiene - undefined

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