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Meranda Nchu Kum

Liverpool,Merseyside

Summary

A compassionate and dedicated healthcare assistant with over four years of experience providing high-quality care and support to individuals with diverse needs, including older adults and people with disabilities. Currently studying adult nursing in the university, combining academic knowledge with hands on experience to deliver person-centered care. Committed to promoting independence, wellbeing, safety, and positive outcomes for all service users.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work history

Senior support worker

Advantage Healthcare Limited
Liverpool, Merseyside
09.2022 - Current
  • Protected confidentiality of client information according to Data Protection Act regulations.
  • Escorted clients on external trips or appointments ensuring they received required services.
  • Conducted risk assessments consistently, minimising potential hazards.
  • Monitored medication stock
  • Facilitated community involvement for clients, contributing to increased social skills.
  • Monitored and recorded client's vital signs
  • Administered medication as per prescriptions ensuring correct dosage at the right times.
  • Assisted clients with day-to-day tasks, promoting their independence and self-reliance.
  • Provided exceptional emotional support to clients, leading to improved mental health.
  • Assisted patients with daily personal, hygiene and incontinence care.
  • Peg site care and catheter care, assistance with peg feeding.
  • Safely lifted, transferred and repositioned service users using hoists and wheelchairs.
  • Monitored and evaluated patients' health, wellbeing and progress to mitigate potential health risks.
  • Transported clients to appointments using hoists and mobility aids.
  • Maintained confidential case documentation in line with data protection regulations.
  • Monitored service user progress, escalating concerns for swift resolution.


Healthcare Assistant

Hillside Carehome
Liverpool, Merseyside
01.2023 - 05.2025
  • Handled challenging behaviour from dementia-affected individuals effectively without resorting to force or intimidation.
  • Managed personal hygiene of bed-bound patients, maintained dignity and respect at all times.
  • 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.
  • Ensured safe, secure living conditions for service users, reducing risk and enhancing quality of life.
  • Ensured infection control measures were adhered to strictly for a safe environment for both staff and patients alike.
  • Prepared meals for patients, ensured balanced nutrition intake.

Healthcare assistant

Charis Recruitment Agency
Liverpool, Merseyside
09.2021 - 08.2022
  • Delivered high-quality patient service by maintaining cleanliness in wards.
  • Prepared meals for patients, ensured balanced nutrition intake.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Maintained confidentiality and compliance standards for optimised patient care.
  • Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Adult Nursing

The University of Chester
Birkenhead, United Kingdom
09.2024 -

Higher National Diploma - English Modern Letters

Teacher's Training College
Yaounde- Cameroon
10.2008 - 09.2010

Skills

  • Dementia care training
  • Peg feeding and site care
  • Catheter care
  • Healthcare software proficiency
  • Medication Administration
  • Record-keeping and documentation
  • Mental health awareness
  • Safeguarding policy knowledge
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Manual handling
  • Dementia and Alzheimer care
  • Dress/toileting sling operation
  • Personal hygiene management
  • Patient lifting techniques
  • Housework and cleaning

Timeline

Bachelor of Science - Adult Nursing

The University of Chester
09.2024 -

Healthcare Assistant

Hillside Carehome
01.2023 - 05.2025

Senior support worker

Advantage Healthcare Limited
09.2022 - Current

Healthcare assistant

Charis Recruitment Agency
09.2021 - 08.2022

Higher National Diploma - English Modern Letters

Teacher's Training College
10.2008 - 09.2010

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