Obidairo Zainab Adebayo
Oshogbo,Osun State
Summary
Caring and enthusiastic Health Care Assistant with over 3 years of experience supporting patients across hospital wards and care homes. Proven ability to deliver personal care with compassion and respect, monitor vital signs, and assist healthcare teams with clinical and administrative tasks. Committed to upholding dignity, confidentiality, and patient-centered care. Currently seeking opportunities through a reputable healthcare recruitment agency to contribute to patients and healthcare sector services.
Experienced in supporting physiotherapists with patient care and rehabilitation. Capable of assisting in development and implementation of tailored treatment plans through strong communication and hands-on skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Physiotherapy assistant
Osun State University
Osogbo, Nigeria
01.2024 - Current
- Supported patients during therapeutic exercises ensuring correct techniques were followed.
- Educated patients on home exercise programmes to promote continued recovery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to enhance overall patient care experience.
- Organised appointments and managed patient schedules for efficient service delivery.
- Prepared necessary equipment for physiotherapy sessions, enhancing their effectiveness.
- Improved patient mobility by supporting them with exercises and movements.
- Supported patients with crutches, canes and prostheses to assist with balance and mobility.
Health Care Assistant (General Medical Ward)
Lautech teaching hospital
Ogbomoso, Nigeria
04.2022 - 10.2023
- Delivered high-quality bedside care to patients with a range of medical conditions
- Supported nursing staff with daily tasks including dressing changes and repositioning patients
- Maintained detailed care notes and contributed to patient handovers
- Monitored and recorded patient vitals and reported abnormalities promptly
- Adhered to infection control procedures and patient confidentiality at all times
- Supported patients with daily living activities, promoting comfort and dignity.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records to enhance communication.
Care Assistant
TSBJ Residential Home
Oshogbo, Nigeria
01.2020 - 03.2022
- Provided personal care to elderly residents, including those with dementia and mobility limitations while respecting and maintaining patient’s dignity.
- Encouraged social engagement through activities and companionship
- Helped residents with meals, bathing, and bedtime routines
- Assisted in medication prompts under supervision
- Ensured a safe and supportive environment for residents and their families
Education
B.Tech (Hons) - Physiology
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology
Nigeria 01.2016 - 1 2022
GCSEs -
Government Day Secondary School
Ijan Otun, Nigeria 01.2011 - 1 2016
Skills
- Proficient in NHS systems: SystmOne, EMIS Web
- Microsoft Office: Word, Outlook, Excel
- Bedside care delivery
- Vital signs monitoring
- Infection control adherence
- Aid in mobility improvement
- Holistic approach to health
Certification
- - Care Certificate – Skills for Care
- - Basic Life Support (BLS)
- - Manual Handling & Moving Patients
- - Safeguarding Adults & Children
- - Infection Prevention and Control
References
Available upon request.
Key Competencies
- - Personal care (dressing, hygiene, toileting, mobility support)
- - Patient observations: temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiration
- - Infection prevention & control procedures
- - Familiar with safeguarding protocols (adults and children)
- - Support with nutrition, feeding, and hydration
- - Documentation and record keeping (care plans, handovers)
- - Teamwork and communication with clinical staff and families
- - Compliance with NHS values and care standards
Timeline
Physiotherapy assistant
Osun State University
01.2024 - Current
Health Care Assistant (General Medical Ward)
Lautech teaching hospital
04.2022 - 10.2023
Care Assistant
TSBJ Residential Home
01.2020 - 03.2022
B.Tech (Hons) - Physiology
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology
01.2016 - 1 2022
GCSEs -
Government Day Secondary School
01.2011 - 1 2016