HANNAH MERCY ABUBAKRI
Chelmsford,Essex
Summary
Experienced carer at Bupa Care Home, delivering person centered care to residents with diverse needs, including dementia and physical disabilities. Proficient in assisting with daily living activities, meal preparation, mobility support, and companionship. Committed to enhancing residents' quality of life through effective communication, empathy, and teamwork. Strong background in fostering a supportive and compassionate care environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Carer
BUPA CARE HOME
Hatfield Peverel, Essex
2022.12 - Current
- Provided compassionate, person-centered care to residents with varying needs, including dementia, physical disabilities, and mental health conditions.
- Assisted residents with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility support.
- Monitored and documented residents’ health, well-being, and behavior, promptly reporting any changes to nursing staff.
- Supported residents with medication administration and adherence under the supervision of qualified staff.
- Planned, prepared, and served nutritious meals, accommodating special dietary requirements and preferences.
- Encouraged and assisted residents in engaging with daily activities, hobbies, and social interaction to promote mental and emotional well-being.
- Provided emotional support and companionship, fostering a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment.
- Maintained high standards of hygiene and infection control, adhering to care home policies and procedures.
- Assisted in managing challenging behaviors in residents with dementia, employing de-escalation techniques and patient communication.
- Supported residents during mealtimes, ensuring proper assistance with feeding when required.
- Helped with physical therapy exercises and mobility routines as advised by physiotherapists or healthcare professionals.
- Communicated effectively with family members, keeping them informed about residents’ progress and needs.
- Participated in team meetings and training sessions to continually improve skills and ensure compliance with care standards.
- Regularly checked vital signs as part of ongoing monitoring of patient health status.
- Encouraged social interaction for improved mental health amongst residents.
- Worked collaboratively with other carers to provide comprehensive service.
- Helped maintain a safe environment for all residents, reducing risk of falls or injuries.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive care plans.
- Aided clients with bedtime routines, washing and dressing.
- Safely transported and accompanied clients to appointments and activities.
- Submitted reports to manager regarding status of client.
- Completed documentation of care, hospital actions and patient activities for up-to-date client records.
- Used manual handling techniques and lifting aids to position clients in safe, comfortable postures.
Private chef
SELF EMPLOYED
AKURE, NIGERIA
2018.03 - 2022.12
- Trained junior chefs, imparting valuable culinary skills and practices, contributing towards their professional growth.
- Followed strict dietary guidelines whilst preparing meals for clients with specific health conditions.
- Catered for large parties, ensuring a delightful dining experience for every guest present.
- Coordinated with other household staff to ensure efficient service delivery across all areas of home management.
- Set kitchen standards governing cooking procedures, garnishes and food presentation.
- Cleaned and serviced kitchen appliances, maintaining good working order of grills, stoves and ovens.
- Worked with front of house team to coordinate fast, fresh deliveries in line with professional reputation.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes that met customer needs and palates.
- Reduced customer complaints by enforcing strict quality control procedures.
- Monitored kitchen operations to spot and correct issues impacting team performance or quality.
- Sourced ingredients from local farms to reduce carbon impacts and offer fresh options to customers.
- Prepared nutritious meals for clients' improved health and wellbeing.
- Improved client satisfaction by creating tailored menus based on dietary needs and personal preferences.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical And Health Education
ADEKUNLE AJASHIN UNIVERSITY
AKUNGBA AKOKO ONDO STATE 2015.11 - 2019.10
Skills
- First aid training
- Personal care assistance
- Support for dementia and disabilities
- Meal preparation and dietary management
- Mobility assistance and exercise support
- Medication supervision
- Health monitoring and documentation
- Infection control practices
- Emotional support and companionship
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Time management in care environments
- Record-keeping and care plan adherence
- Attention to detail in health policies
Timeline
Carer
BUPA CARE HOME
2022.12 - Current
Private chef
SELF EMPLOYED
2018.03 - 2022.12
Bachelor of Science - Physical And Health Education
ADEKUNLE AJASHIN UNIVERSITY
2015.11 - 2019.10