Kelvin Odogwu
Newcastle,United Kingdom
Summary
Committed Health Care Assistant focused on enhancing daily life of patients through compassionate care. Provides physical assistance and mental stimulation for holistic wellbeing. Diligent in monitoring symptoms and progress to boost health outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Health care assistant
Ikeduru Health Center, Iho
Imo State, Nigeria
2023.01 - 2025.11
- Provided basic health education to patients for proper self-care post discharge.
- 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.
Health care assistant
Emerald Psychological Services
Lagos , Nigeria
2020.01 - 2022.12
- Provided basic health education to patients for proper self-care post discharge.
- 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.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Assisted in patient care, improved comfort and well-being.
Education
MA International Relations, Conflict and Security - Masters of Art
Northumbria University
Newcastle 01.2026
M.Sc (Ed) Psychology - Masters of Science in Education
Imo State University
Owerri 09.2022
Sociology and Anthropology - Bachelor of Science
Imo State University
Owerri 09.2015
Skills
Compassionate client care
Client safety and first aid
Problem- Solving and adapting to challenges in fast paced environments
Good Communication
Promoting Independence and dignity in Care
Offering emotional support and fostering confidence in service users
Microsoft Office proficiency
Languages
Igbo
Native
English
Proficient
C2
Certification
Thehealth&safetygroup
-Mandatory & Statutory practical training (591550)
-Clinical Skills(HSG) training (5696738)
-Blood component Transfusion (5696739)
-Safeguarding Children(CSTF levels 1,2 & 3) (5696740)
-Food hygiene. (5696741)-Medication Awareness (5696742)
-Physical Restraint Awareness (5696743)
-Safeguarding Adults (CSTF levels 1,2 &3)( 5696744)
-Tissue Viability (5696745)
-Enhanced COVID-19 Awareness (5696746)
- -The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability & Autism (5696747)
Timeline
Health care assistant
Ikeduru Health Center, Iho
2023.01 - 2025.11
Health care assistant
Emerald Psychological Services
2020.01 - 2022.12
MA International Relations, Conflict and Security - Masters of Art
Northumbria University
M.Sc (Ed) Psychology - Masters of Science in Education
Imo State University
Sociology and Anthropology - Bachelor of Science
Imo State University