Ikechukwu James Okafor
Worthing,West sussex
Summary
Compassionate Healthcare Assistant with a comprehensive background in effective, efficient care of elderly patients in care home settings. Providing exceptional care, thorough monitoring and dedication to safe nursing practices for continued patient trust. Maintaining excellent levels of patient care through continued kindness and commitment to safe working practices.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work history
Health care assistant
Hanover
Worthing, Sussex
2026.02 - Current
- Liaised between patients and healthcare professionals, facilitated effective communication channels.
- Delivered high-quality patient service by maintaining cleanliness in wards.
- Popularised health promotion campaigns among patients by distributing relevant literature and explaining key messages clearly.
- Collaborated with nurses to provide comprehensive patient care, ensuring a smooth recovery path.
- Monitored vital signs of patients with meticulous attention to detail for accurate readings.
- Coordinated activities that encourage social interaction amongst residents within the care home setting to foster a sense of community spirit among them .
- Managed personal hygiene of bed-bound patients, maintained dignity and respect at all times.
Health care assistant
Victory Care Hospital Limited
Nsugbe-Anambra, South eastern
2022.01 - 2025.12
- Assisted elderly residents with daily tasks such as eating, bathing and dressing up for an enhanced quality of life while living in care homes.
- Escorted patients for tests or procedures within the hospital premises whilst ensuring their safety and comfort.
- Kept detailed records of patient progress, assisted medical staff in treatment planning.
- Handled challenging behaviour from dementia-affected individuals effectively without resorting to force or intimidation.
- Prepared meals for patients, ensured balanced nutrition intake.
- Upheld patient confidentiality at all times whilst performing duties as per data protection norms set down by the NHS.
- Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
- Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
- Worked closely with nurses to maintain high levels of communication.
Care support worker
D-Winners Clinic and Maternity
Port-Harcourt, Nigeria
2018.03 - 2021.11
- Maintained clean and hygienic surroundings, promoting health and safety standards.
- Attended to basic medical needs, ensuring prompt professional attention when required.
- Enhanced patient dignity with respectful personal care assistance.
- Facilitated social activities for improved mental stimulation and engagement.
- Monitored changes in behaviour or health status to alert medical professionals promptly.
- Encouraged participation in recreational activities for enhanced quality of life.
Education
Master of Science - Construction Project Management
University of west London
Ealings 02.2026
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Chukwu Emeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Uli
Anambra 12.2021
Skills
- End-Of-Life care sensitivity
- Healthcare ethical standards understanding
- Handling distressed patients
- Healthcare software proficiency
- Supporting family members
- Dementia care training
- Multitasking under pressure
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Health care assistant
Hanover
2026.02 - Current
Health care assistant
Victory Care Hospital Limited
2022.01 - 2025.12
Care support worker
D-Winners Clinic and Maternity
2018.03 - 2021.11
Master of Science - Construction Project Management
University of west London
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Chukwu Emeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Uli