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PAULINA DANSO

PAULINA DANSO

WORCESTER,Worcestershire

Summary

Compassionate Care Assistant with a comprehensive background with elderly patients in care home settings. Provides exceptional care demonstrating dedication to safe nursing practices for continued patient trust. Maintains excellent levels of patient care through kindness and commitment to safe working practices.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Kitchen staff member

Mitchells & Butlers
Worcester, Worcestershire
01.2024 - Current
  • Washed, peeled and chopped vegetables to be used in dishes.
  • Assisted chefs with preparing and presenting food, employing meticulous attention to detail and quality standards.
  • Plated finishing elements such as salads, garnishes, and sauces before service.
  • Washed cutlery and crockery using industrial dishwashers and manual methods for pristine finish.
  • Took orders and portioned food for delivery to client tables.
  • Cooperated well with kitchen teams, improving workflow and raising working standards.
  • Completed kitchen cleaning close-down duties at the end of the day, readying areas for the next shift.
  • Measured, weighed and mixed ingredients following recipe formulae and procedures.
  • Kept kitchen areas clean, orderly and well-stocked for smooth service.
  • Organised ingredients for planned dishes and associated garnishes.
  • Thoroughly cleaned kitchen utensils, cookware, glassware and serving dishes, maintaining faultless hygiene and presentation standards.

Newmont Care Centre

Newmont Care Centre
GHANA, EASTERN REGION
11.2021 - 12.2023

· Assist residents to remain as active and independent as possible.

· Support residents with personal care – Washing, dressing, eating and drinking

· Support residents to explore new interests and implement personalized care plans.

· Administer medication as prescribed and ensure compliance with medication schedules.

· Supporting those with disabilities and challenging behaviors

· Assisting with mobility and transfer of clients using other equipment

· Ensure a clean and safe environment for residents and maintain hygiene standards

· Record and report changes in residents' health and behavior to the nursing team

· Complete daily care plans

Nutrition Officer

Ghana Health Service
Ghana, Eastern
11.2021 - 12.2023
  • Educated families, communities and individuals on nutrition by sharing resources, speaking in public and conducting 1:1 sessions.
  • Recorded client data in company CRM platform and updated accounts consistently.
  • Planned intervention programmes, education and training to boost awareness and understanding of importance of nutrition.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve clients' nutritional and overall health though food and lifestyle changes.
  • Listened actively and advised clients on diet-related concerns to offer emotional support.
  • Developed instructional aids and templates to help clients learn new habits.
  • Led research activities in field of nutrition, disseminating findings in wider-scientific community.
  • Advised clients on therapeutic nutrition with strong focus on menu selection, preparation and planning.
  • Followed clinical guidelines to safeguard clients and their data from risk.
  • Completed scheduled client check-ins to discuss progress and address challenges.
  • Supervised preparation and serving of meals, making suggestions for improvements based on client objectives.
  • Provided individuals and families with nutritional support and education, enabling better food decisions.
  • Planned diets and food preparations to maximise health benefits and reduce potential risks for clients.

Nutrition officer

Ghana Health Service
Ghana, Eastern
10.2019 - 10.2021
  • Educated families, communities, and individuals on nutrition by sharing resources, speaking in public, and conducting 1:1 sessions.
  • Recorded client data in the company CRM platform and updated accounts consistently.
  • Planned intervention programs, education, and training to boost awareness and understanding of the importance of nutrition.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve clients' nutritional and overall health through food and lifestyle changes.
  • Listened actively and advised clients on diet-related concerns to offer emotional support.
  • Developed instructional aids and templates to help clients learn new habits.
  • Led research activities in the field of nutrition, disseminating findings in the scientific community.
  • Advised clients on therapeutic nutrition with strong focus on menu selection, preparation and planning.
  • Followed clinical guidelines to safeguard clients and their data from risk.
  • Completed scheduled client check-ins to discuss progress and address challenges.
  • Supervised preparation and serving of meals, making suggestions for improvements based on client objectives.
  • Provided individuals and families with nutritional support and education, enabling better food decisions.
  • Planned diets and food preparations to maximise health benefits and reduce potential risks for clients.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Community Health Nutrition

University of Cape Coast
Ghana
11.2015 - 09.2019

GCSEs - General Science

WAEC
Ghana
08.2006 - 06.2009

Skills

  • Care plan management
  • Housekeeping
  • Medication administration
  • Meal preparation
  • Care management
  • Basic life support
  • Activities of Daily Living
  • Elderly care
  • Social care
  • Personal care
  • Time management

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Kitchen staff member

Mitchells & Butlers
01.2024 - Current

Newmont Care Centre

Newmont Care Centre
11.2021 - 12.2023

Nutrition Officer

Ghana Health Service
11.2021 - 12.2023

Nutrition officer

Ghana Health Service
10.2019 - 10.2021

Bachelor of Science - Community Health Nutrition

University of Cape Coast
11.2015 - 09.2019

GCSEs - General Science

WAEC
08.2006 - 06.2009
PAULINA DANSO