OREVAOGHENE CHUKWUMA
Airdrie
Summary
Compassionate Social Care Assistant with extensive experience delivering personalized care in residential and home settings. Skilled in medication administration and personal care assistance, while fostering a supportive atmosphere for clients. Committed to enhancing clients' quality of life and promoting self-sufficiency through effective communication and a patient-centered approach.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Night Health Care Aide (Residential Care)
Glasgow City Council
Glasgow, Scotland
09.2025 - Current
- Assisted elderly residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and eating.
- Supported residents in daily living tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing while upholding dignity, privacy, and comfort.
- Guided individuals to bathrooms and managed incontinence needs, including catheter care and hygiene practices, to enhance resident comfort and prevent infections.
- Facilitated mobility for residents with needs through effective use of aids like hoists and wheelchairs, ensuring compliance with manual handling guidelines.
- Supported residents at mealtimes, maintained Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool (MUST) records, and addressed dietary concerns to promote nutritional health.
- Administered prescribed medications safely, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with guidelines.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring comfort and emotional support aligned with palliative plans.
- Maintained daily activity records and incident reports, ensuring compliance with care quality commission (CQC) standards.
- Trained new staff on best practices for high-quality resident care, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and safeguarding standards.
- Arranged beds, organized rooms, and performed light cleaning to uphold sanitary living environments.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss client needs and service improvements.
Day Health Care Aide (Residential Care)
Glasgow City Council
Glasgow, Scotland
09.2024 - 09.2025
- Provide compassionate support to residents and their families during end-of-life care, ensuring comfort, dignity, and emotional support in alignment with palliative care.
- Delivered tailored care to residents with dementia, maintaining routines, reducing anxiety, and engaging them in meaningful activities to enhance quality of life.
- Assist residents with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting, ensuring dignity, privacy, and comfort.
- Support residents with mobility needs, including the use of hoists, wheelchairs, and other mobility aids, while following manual handling procedures to ensure safety of residents.
- Monitored food and fluid intake during meal times, contributing to residents' overall health and well-being.
- Provided routine catheter care, monitored for blockages, ensured proper drainage, and maintained hygiene to prevent infections while reporting concerns to senior healthcare staff.
- Assisted in safe administration of prescribed medications under supervision of trained staff, adhering to regulatory guidelines and home policies.
- Maintained accurate care plans, incident/accident reports, and daily activity logs, ensuring compliance with CQC standards.
- Contributed to daily operations at Hawthorn House Residential Home, fostering a supportive environment for residents. at Hawthorn House Residential Home, enhancing resident well-being.
Personal Support Worker (Home Care)
Lifeways Community Care Limited
Motherwell, Scotland
10.2022 - 09.2024
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their dignity and promoting independence in bathing, oral hygiene, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Provided bedside and personalized care to elderly and clients with disabilities, enhancing comfort and overall well-being.
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules, ensuring adherence to care plans.
- Supported clients with mobility, including transfers from bed to wheelchair and vice versa.
- Prepared and served nutritious meals based on dietary restrictions, supporting health and assisting with feeding for individuals with dysphagia.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks, maintaining a clean and safe living environment.
- Provided companionship and engaged clients in meaningful activities to promote mental well-being.
- Monitored and documented clients' health status, providing timely updates to healthcare professionals to ensure appropriate care adjustments.
- Responded promptly to emergencies and followed established protocols to ensure client safety.
- Oversaw clients' finances, ensuring accurate budgeting and timely bill payments to promote financial stability.
- Glasgow
Pharmacy Assistant
Aseptic Pharmacy Unit, Royal Hospital for Children (RHC)
Glasgow, Scotland
04.2022 - 09.2022
- Ensured safe preparation of aseptic medications through maintenance of sterile, organized work environment.
- Trained new support workers in patient-centered care techniques, ensuring high-quality support delivery.
- Managed conflicts in sensitive situations to ensure effective emergency response in homecare.
- Facilitated communication and collaboration, enhancing teamwork and coordination among colleagues.
- Adapted to changing work environments while maintaining productivity and professionalism.
Caregiver (Career Break)
Self-Employed
Agbor
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Delivered in-home care and support to family members, prioritizing well-being and safety.
- Supported personal care routines, enhancing dignity and comfort during bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Assisted family members with mobility and physical health needs.
- Coordinated meal schedules, promoting nutritional intake and hydration for family members.
- Prepared nutritious meals tailored to dietary preferences and restrictions.
- Maintained a clean living environment through regular light housekeeping duties.
- Fostered emotional well-being through companionship, reducing feelings of isolation and loneliness.
- Facilitated meaningful conversations to enhance emotional connection. and activities that enhanced mental well-being.
Pharmacy Dispenser
Central Hospital Agbor
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Resolved patient medication-related needs through inter-professional collaboration, ensuring optimal patient care.
- Enhanced patient consultations by identifying prescription errors and notifying attending physician for prompt resolution.
- Utilized practical communication skills to build and maintain positive relationships with the medical team and patients.
- Supported mental health campaigns through collaboration with team members, increasing community awareness and support.
- Participated in community health initiatives focused on improving public health outcomes in Delta State. in Delta State, contributing to improved public health outcomes.
Pharmacy Dispenser
Prospect Pharmacy Limited
06.2017 - 01.2018
- Processed over 40 prescriptions daily achieving decreased customer wait times and maintaining excellent customer satisfaction.
- Reviewed patient records and laboratory results, recommending appropriate medicines for common illnesses, enhancing patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Performed blood pressure and blood glucose checks, recommending lifestyle changes to improve patient health outcomes.
- Educated chronically ill patients on lifestyle modifications, tracking their progress to ensure adherence and improve health management.
- Managed and mentored staff, improving communication and providing targeted training in customer service and salesmanship.
- Contributed to healthcare initiatives in Delta State, increasing access to essential medical services for the community.
Pharmacy Dispenser
Safari Pharmacy & Laboratories
12.2015 - 12.2016
- Reviewed and measured prescription orders, ensuring completeness and accuracy before dispensing.
- Engaged with patients/customers to address inquiries about prescription medications and over-the-counter products.
- Conducted blood pressure and blood glucose checks for patients, providing education on lifestyle changes to enhance quality of life.
- Supported pharmacy operations by streamlining workflow, enhancing overall service delivery.
Education
Master of Science - Distinction
Glasgow Caledonian University
Glasgow07-2022
Bachelor of Pharmacy - Second Class Upper Honors
Delta State University
Abraka06-2014
Skills
- Personal care assistance
- Medication administration
- Health and vital signs monitoring
- Basic life support
- Confidentiality and safeguarding awareness
- Physical activity and exercise support
- Documentation and incident reporting
- Client safety and emergency response
- Light housekeeping
- Meal planning and preparation
- Mobility assistance and transfers
- Elderly care services
- Companionship and emotional support
- Laundry services and clothing repair
- Positive behavior support
Affiliations
• Protecting Vulnerable Groups, 2107 1347 5559 9493, 01/07/21
• Scottish Social Services Council, 4119211, 01/01/23 - 07/08/28
• Scottish Social Services Council, 4119211, 01/01/23 - 07/08/28
Training
- Moving and Handling, 18/09/24
- Basic Life Support Certificate, 01/02/24
- Care Certificate (issued by Lifeways Group), 01/04/23
- Infection Prevention and Control Certificate, 01/01/24
- Care Planning, 11//25
Timeline
Night Health Care Aide (Residential Care)
Glasgow City Council
09.2025 - Current
Day Health Care Aide (Residential Care)
Glasgow City Council
09.2024 - 09.2025
Personal Support Worker (Home Care)
Lifeways Community Care Limited
10.2022 - 09.2024
Pharmacy Assistant
Aseptic Pharmacy Unit, Royal Hospital for Children (RHC)
04.2022 - 09.2022
Caregiver (Career Break)
Self-Employed
01.2019 - 01.2021
Pharmacy Dispenser
Central Hospital Agbor
01.2018 - 01.2019
Pharmacy Dispenser
Prospect Pharmacy Limited
06.2017 - 01.2018
Pharmacy Dispenser
Safari Pharmacy & Laboratories
12.2015 - 12.2016
Master of Science - Distinction
Glasgow Caledonian University
Bachelor of Pharmacy - Second Class Upper Honors
Delta State University