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
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Assistant
Sheffield Health And Social Care,NHS Foundation Trust
03.2022 - Current
Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
Adhered to patient special diets and provided supplementary drinks under nursing staff supervision.
Supported healthcare teams with basic physical assessments and diagnostic procedures.
Communicated effectively with patients and families to provide information about care and treatment.
Supervised patients on commodes, in toilets, and bathrooms and assisted patients with hygiene needs.
Assisted with taking vital signs and documenting blood pressure and temperature for proper tracking.
Administered prescribed medications and monitored patient reactions to address contraindications.
Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
Responded to inquiries by directing calls to appropriate personnel.
Health Care Support Worker
Portland UK
05.2021 - 02.2022
Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
General Support work for clients within the Home
Report directly to the Nurse on ward on shift of all activities during each shift.
Assist with personal care of Residence
Assisting Seniors when going shopping
Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
Education
Master of Science - Personnel Phychology
University of Ibadan
Ibadan, Nigeria
03.2009
Skills
Health Screening
Patient Interviewing Skills
Patient Health Information Access
Managing Enrollments
Good communication skills
Health Care System
Word Processing
Spreadsheet Tracking
Counseling and Guidance
Care Plan Recommendations
Appointment Confirmation
Punctual and Hardworking
Trainnings and Certifications
Preventing Fall in Hospital -NHS
Update care Certificate -NHS
Fire safety -Level 2 -NHS
Health, Safety and Welfare -NHS
Infection, Preventive and Control
Moving and Handling -NHS
Respect Training (1-3) -NHS
NHS conflict Resolution -NHS
Safeguarding -Adult Level 3 -NHS
Safeguarding -Children -NHS
Adult Basic Life Support -NHS
Autism awareness -NHS
Dementia Awareness -NHS
PMVA -CatpjHealth care
Refresher Course on Mandatory Training -CatpjHealth Care
Learning Disability and Autism-NHS
Professional Boundaries-Project 6 Training
PMVA & MAPA-Simplecare Training Academy
Timeline
Health Assistant
Sheffield Health And Social Care,NHS Foundation Trust
03.2022 - Current
Health Care Support Worker
Portland UK
05.2021 - 02.2022
Master of Science - Personnel Phychology
University of Ibadan
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