LAFFIE SAHO
Slough,WBK
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate care professional with extensive expertise in personal hygiene management, medication administration, and dementia care. Demonstrates a strong understanding of safeguarding procedures and confidentiality legislation, ensuring the dignity and rights of vulnerable adults are upheld. Proficient in wound dressing, palliative care, and end-of-life planning, with a respectful attitude towards all individuals. Skilled in activity planning and team leadership, fostering a person-centred approach to enhance patient well-being. Career goals include advancing in healthcare management to further improve patient care standards.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work history
Support worker (Older adults in care)
ability housing association
Slough, West Berkshire
2026.08 - Current
- De-escalated harmful situations calmly and effectively.
- Assisted older adults with daily care activities to support their wellbeing.
- Adapted communication styles to meet residents' needs and build trust.
- Administered medication as prescribed, ensuring correct dosage and timing.
- Liaised with other members of the support team to ensure consistency in care provision.
- Actively participated in staff training sessions, keeping up-to-date on best practices in elderly care.
- Upheld dignity and respect at all times when assisting older adults with personal tasks such as bathing or dressing.
- Adopted person-centred approach in all aspects of care-giving.
- Cooked healthy meals to uplift clients and meet dietary requirements.
- Provided patients with opportunities for social activities, maintaining well-rounded care offerings and enhancing mental wellbeing.
- Empowered service users to remain as independent as possible and retain sense of identity.
- Liaised with family members to organise activities and deliver updates on client progress.
- Promoted community engagement and sense of belonging.
Health Care Assistant
Maidenhead care home
Slough, West Berkshire
2017.03 - 2019.08
- Managed personal hygiene for bed-bound patients.
- Maintained dignity and respect throughout care delivery.
- Assisted with physical therapy sessions to enhance mobility.
- Provided basic health education for effective self-care post discharge.
- Aided in patient comfort and well-being through attentive care.
- Handled challenging behaviour from dementia patients with empathy and patience.
- Escorted patients for tests or procedures, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Ensured adherence to infection control measures for a safe environment.
- Supported all aspects of personal care while respecting dignity.
- Collaborated closely with nurses to facilitate effective communication.
- Helped service users with daily activities such as washing and dressing, ensuring safety.
- Transported patients securely using hoists and wheelchairs during medical appointments.
- 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.
- Assisted elderly residents with daily tasks such as eating, bathing and dressing up for an enhanced quality of life while living in care homes.
- Assisted in patient care, improved comfort and well-being.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Liaised between patients and healthcare professionals, facilitated effective communication channels.
- Administered non-prescription medication under supervision, relieved minor discomforts swiftly.
- Enhanced healing process by changing wound dressings regularly.
- Delivered high-quality patient service by maintaining cleanliness in wards.
- Handled challenging behavior from dementia-affected individuals effectively without resorting to force or intimidation.
- Handled challenging behaviour from dementia-affected individuals effectively without resorting to force or intimidation.
- Monitored vital signs of patients with meticulous attention to detail for accurate readings.
- Prepared meals for patients, ensured balanced nutrition intake.
- Managed personal hygiene of bed-bound patients, maintained dignity and respect at all times.
- Ensured infection control measures were adhered to strictly for a safe environment for both staff and patients alike.
- Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
- Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
- Worked closely with nurses to maintain high levels of communication.
- Completed care documentation and monitored patient progress to achieve up-to-date records.
- Monitored client health conditions and reported immediate issues to manager.
- Ensured safe, secure living conditions for service users, reducing risk and enhancing quality of life.
- Safely escorted patients during medical appointments and hospital visits.
- Administered blood tests and blood pressure checks.
- Provided compassionate personal care for elderly patients, offering support with washing, dressing and toileting.
- Assisted with medicine and stock counting, ordering and replenishing.
- Prepared healthy meals with additional mealtime planning, feeding and support.
- Safely and securely transported patients using hoists and wheelchairs.
- Built caring, supportive relationships with residents, enhancing daily life through personalised care.
- Worked closely with nurses to maintain optimum levels of communication.
- Accompanied client to medical or dental appointments, grocery and errands.
- Explained treatments and hospital processes to patients.
- Used outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with clients for exceptional satisfaction ratings.
- Delivered high-quality care to clients with disabilities, achieving care plan objectives.
- Ensured patients took all medications as prescribed by their doctor, recording details of itimings and side effects.
- Kept patient environments clean and neat following optimum hygiene standards.
- Observed patient condition and behaviour closely, reporting changes or concerns promptly.
- Maintained hygiene standards, cleaning and clearing patient rooms according to ward protocol.
- Prioritised patient welfare, providing comfort, reassurance and support to reduce anxiety and distress.
- Upheld patient confidentiality at all times whilst performing duties as per data protection norms set down by the NHS.
- Helped service users improve their independence, building strength and confidence to enhance daily living.
- Submitted reports to manager regarding status of client.
- Supported clinical staff to complete health assessments.
- Provided personalised care and support to vulnerable individuals, helping them retain maximum independence.
- Monitored patients' conditions closely and escalated concerns to senior staff.
- Safely escorted patients to and from medical appointments and hospital visits.
Sales Assistant
Matalan Ltd
Slough, West Berkshire
2005.05 - 2007.11
- Executed daily responsibilities with accuracy and efficiency.
- Acquired and utilised new skills to enhance daily operations.
- Completed tasks successfully within specified deadlines.
- Exhibited respect and friendliness while assisting colleagues and clients.
- Provided support to team members with a positive attitude and readiness to help.
- Delivered friendly and effective customer service, managing challenging situations adeptly.
- Implemented a proactive customer service strategy to boost satisfaction levels.
Skills
- Personal hygiene awareness
- Daily living activities assistance
- Palliative care understanding
- Dignity maintenance
- Safeguarding vulnerable adults' rights
- Manual handling and Care planning
- Medication Administration
- Personal hygiene management
- Dementia and Alzheimer care
- End-of-life care and planning
- Personal care support
- Excellent communication
- Person-Centred Approach
- Activity planning and management
- Confidentiality maintenance
- Professional boundaries maintenance
- Team Leadership
Affiliations
- i love socilising with people and get to know different people with different back ground. I love reading, cooking, shopping and talking a long walk to stay fit.
Timeline
Support worker (Older adults in care)
ability housing association
2026.08 - Current
Health Care Assistant
Maidenhead care home
2017.03 - 2019.08
Sales Assistant
Matalan Ltd
2005.05 - 2007.11