OLUMIDE APATA
MOUNTAIN ASH
Summary
Dutiful Healthcare Assistant works under guidance of healthcare professionals in hospitals and community settings to aid with clinical duties, observe and monitor patients and promote physical and nutritional health and well-being. Compassionate team player recognized for positive, upbeat attitude and proactive demeanor in solving problems. Flexible learner adapts easily to new challenges.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Healthcare Assistant
First Choice Care Agency
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
- Supervised patients on commodes, in toilets, and bathrooms and assisted patients with hygiene needs.
- Arranged bedding and cushions to enhance patient comfort in bed and chairs.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families to provide information about care and treatment.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Delivered high standard of holistic care to patients to promote equality and dignity.
Healthcare Assistant
Ekiti State General Hospital
02.2010 - 09.2023
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
- Aided patients with walking and limb exercises to improve strength and balance.
- Supervised patients on commodes, in toilets, and bathrooms and assisted patients with hygiene needs.
- Delivered high standard of holistic care to patients to promote equality and dignity.
- Maintained clean environment with due consideration to health and safety issues and infection control policy.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families to provide information about care and treatment.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Assisting
OBAFEMI AWOLOWO UNIVERSITY
ILE - IFE, NIGERIA04.2008
Skills
- ADL Support
- Patient Education
- Record Preparation
- Personal Grooming Care
- Feeding Assistance
- Chart Management
- Mobility Support
- Infection Control
- Patient Companionship
- Patient Assessments
- Patient Observation
- Emergency Response
- Mobility Assistance
- First Aid Certification
- Injury Prevention
- Patient Positioning
- Patient Care Quality
- Supporting Personal Needs
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
Timeline
Healthcare Assistant
First Choice Care Agency
10.2023 - 12.2023
Healthcare Assistant
Ekiti State General Hospital
02.2010 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Science - Medical Assisting
OBAFEMI AWOLOWO UNIVERSITY
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