Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Languages
Timeline
Generic

Monica Okumu

Winsford,United Kingdom

Summary

Care professional with extensive experience in assisted living and care assistance. Expertise in developing personalized care plans and administering medication effectively. Skilled in dementia care and managing distressed patients, while providing culturally sensitive support to families. Strong proficiency in healthcare software and a solid understanding of ethical standards, ensuring optimal care delivery in high-pressure situations. Experienced in providing compassionate care in healthcare settings, focused on patient well-being and support. Capable of enhancing patient comfort and recovery through attentive care and effective communication. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, maintaining clean and safe environment, and collaborating with medical professionals.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work history

Health Care Assistant / Support worker

Safer Hand Care Solutions Ltd
Newcastle Underlyme, United Kingdom
2025.10 - 2026.04
  • Liaised between patients and healthcare professionals, facilitated effective communication channels.
  • Escorted patients for tests to hospital premises whilst ensuring their safety and comfort.
  • Collaborated with nurses to provide comprehensive patient care, ensuring smooth recovery path.
  • Prepared meals for patients, ensured balanced nutrition intake.
  • Provided companionship during outings contributing to active social life for clients.
  • Completed housekeeping tasks resulting in clean, safe home environment.
  • Administered medication according to schedule, promoting optimal health outcomes.
  • Promoted mental stimulation through conversation, reading and games resulting in enhanced cognitive function.
  • Assisted with personal care activities such as washing and dressing, consistently promoting positive health and hygiene.

Warehouse Operative

Myton Group via Agency
Winsford Cheshire, United Kingdom
2024.03 - 2025.10
  • Ensured compliance with health, safety, and food hygiene regulations (HACCP).
  • Labelled and weighed products accurately for distribution.
  • Assisted team with production tasks and cleaning duties.
  • Managed disposal of waste materials, maintained clean working environment.
  • Facilitated smooth workflow by promptly processing incoming stocks.
  • Contributed to team efforts, leading to improved overall production rates.

Legal Aid Assistant

IFOCORD Uganda
Kampala, Uganda
2024.05 - 2024.09
  • Ensured meticulous maintenance of case files, organisation of documentation, and confidentiality throughout case progress.
  • Provided timely updates to clients regarding case status and forthcoming steps.
  • Produced high-quality documentation for court proceedings and compiled detailed periodic reports (weekly, monthly, quarterly).
  • Updated client files regularly contributing to organised record keeping systems.
  • Recorded detailed notes from client and witness interviews for further investigation.

Care Assistant (volunteer)

Mbale Regional Referral Hospital
Mbale, Uganda
2019.06 - 2022.12
  • Provided high-quality personal care to clients, including assistance with bathing, dressing, toileting, and mobility, while maintaining dignity and respect.
  • Offered emotional support and companionship to service users, promoting mental well-being and reducing isolation.
  • Promoted independence by encouraging clients to participate in daily tasks and decision-making.
  • Adhered to all health and safety, safeguarding, and infection control procedures in line with company and regulatory standards.
  • Respected privacy and dignity of each resident during provision of care services.

Education

MSc - Criminology and Criminal Justice

University of Staffordshire
Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire
09/2024 - 09/2025

Bachelors - Laws

Uganda Christian University
Mukono Uganda
07.2024

Skills

  • Person-Centred Approach
  • Activities of Daily Living (ADL) assistance
  • Disability Care
  • Cultural awareness
  • Care management
  • Safeguarding knowledge
  • Disability support
  • Health assessment and monitoring
  • Mobility assistance
  • Exceptional communicator

Languages

English - Fluent

Timeline

Health Care Assistant / Support worker

Safer Hand Care Solutions Ltd
2025.10 - 2026.04

Legal Aid Assistant

IFOCORD Uganda
2024.05 - 2024.09

Warehouse Operative

Myton Group via Agency
2024.03 - 2025.10

Care Assistant (volunteer)

Mbale Regional Referral Hospital
2019.06 - 2022.12

MSc - Criminology and Criminal Justice

University of Staffordshire
09/2024 - 09/2025

Bachelors - Laws

Uganda Christian University
Monica Okumu