Ruth Oghenetega Samuel
Summary
Dedicated professional with expertise in personal care and elderly assistance, demonstrating exceptional compassion and communication skills. Proficient in patient observations and home care, ensuring optimal support for individuals requiring specialised attention. Strong planning and organisational skills facilitate effective time management and adaptability in dynamic environments. Committed to enhancing the quality of life for those in need, with a focus on continuous improvement and professional growth within the healthcare sector.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
SUPPORT WORKER
ST ANNE’S COMMUNITY SERVICE
2025.02 - Current
- Provide companionship through emotional and mental support, assisting with day-to-day living and social skills.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean environment for improved client health.
- Assisting adults and children with learning disabilities, supporting independent progression and social skills to care plans.
- Completed housekeeping tasks resulting in a clean, safe home environment.
- Assisted with personal care activities such as washing and dressing, consistently promoting positive health and hygiene.
- Monitored and documented client behaviours, activities and development, aiding appropriate care plan management.
- Provide companionship through emotional and mental support, assisting with day-to-day living and social skills.
SUPPORT WORKER (BANK STAFF)
COQUET TRUST
2025.01 - Current
- Provided companionship during outings contributing to an active social life for clients.
- Prepared nutritious meals that met special dietary needs of clients.
- Promoted physical activity through assistance with exercises improving overall health condition of the client.
- Promoted physical activity through assistance with exercises, improving the overall health condition of the client.
- Helped achieve patient independence through guided tasks and activities
- Assured safety measures were met to prevent falls or accidents.
SUPPORT WORKER ( Bank Staff)
STANDBY HEALTHCARE
2024.01 - 2024.09
- Provided personal care to individuals with physical and/or mental health needs, including assistance with bathing, dressing, eating, and mobility.
- Assisted clients with daily activities to promote independence, dignity, and well-being.
- Monitored and documented health changes, reporting any concerns to healthcare professionals as needed.
- Supported individuals with social activities, reducing isolation and encouraging community involvement.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties, including cleaning, cooking, and shopping, to maintain a safe and comfortable living environment.
- Delivered emotional support, offering a compassionate and empathetic listening ear to clients.
- Followed individualized care plans and ensured that clients’ needs were met while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
- Maintained accurate records of client activities and health conditions in line with organizational protocols.
- Acted as an advocate for clients, ensuring their rights and preferences were respected in healthcare settings.
Healthcare Assistant
ROYALPEACE CARE
- 2023.10
- Assisting with patient care tasks, including personal hygiene, feeding, and mobility
- Assisting adult and children with learning disabilities
- Maintaining accurate patient records and documentation
- Assisting with bedtime routine
- Monitoring and logging vital signs
- Conducting patient assessments and reporting any changes in condition to medical staff
- Facilitating communication between patients, families and the healthcare team, ensuring that everyone is informed and involved in care decision
Health care Assistant/Support Worker
BLUSALIT HEALTH SERVICE
Ikoyi Lagos
2019.01 - 2023.01
- Providing service users with personal care, support as outlined in their care/support plan
- Undertook all responsibilities listed in the care/support plan including meal preparation, ensuring a balanced diet, housekeeping chores, cleaning, a social engagement and any other tasks
- Provide basic medical support, including administering medications and monitoring vital signs.
- Offer emotional and psychological support to enhance patients’ well-being.
- Support patient independence and advocate for their needs, ensuring care plan are followed and services are accessed.
- Assisting patient to transport from one point to another using Zimmer frame or crutch.
- Establish and maintain positive working relationship all uses their families, representatives and other stakeholders
- Assist in Immunization of children
- Performed physical examinations to make adequate diagnosis. (Body weight, Blood pressure and Temperature).
- Assist with rehabilitation exercise as prescribed by therapists.
Physiologist Assistant
BT ENTERPRISE (National Hospital)
Abuja
2015.01 - 2019.01
- Conducted over 5000 Rest and Exercise Electrocardiogram and spirometry tests annually
- Observed patients and recorded vital signs
- Conducted over 200 ambulatory blood pressure tests
- Booked cardiology tests appointment for patients
- Supported cardiologists with data collection and analysis
- Supervised interns during test procedures
Education
M.Sc. - Healthcare Management
NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY
NEWCASTLE 2023.01 - 1 2024
B.Sc. - Human Physiology (Faculty of Medicine)
Delta State University
Nigeria 2013.01 - 1 2017
Skills
- Personal Care
- Patient Observations
- Compassion
- Home Care
- Communication Skills
- Time management
- Planning and organizational skills
- Adaptability and Versatility
- Elderly assistance proficiency
- Planning and organisational skills
Certification
- Care Certificate 2025
- TQUK Level 2 certificate in understanding the safe handling of Medication in health and social care (RQF)
- Food Hygiene e Academy ISG E Learning
- STANDARDS OF CARE CERTIFICATE
- Personal care training
- Mandatory Training (Primary Care)
- Health, Safety and Environment 1,2 & 3
REFERENCES
AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
Timeline
SUPPORT WORKER
ST ANNE’S COMMUNITY SERVICE
2025.02 - Current
SUPPORT WORKER (BANK STAFF)
COQUET TRUST
2025.01 - Current
SUPPORT WORKER ( Bank Staff)
STANDBY HEALTHCARE
2024.01 - 2024.09
M.Sc. - Healthcare Management
NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY
2023.01 - 1 2024
Health care Assistant/Support Worker
BLUSALIT HEALTH SERVICE
2019.01 - 2023.01
Physiologist Assistant
BT ENTERPRISE (National Hospital)
2015.01 - 2019.01
B.Sc. - Human Physiology (Faculty of Medicine)
Delta State University
2013.01 - 1 2017
Healthcare Assistant
ROYALPEACE CARE
- 2023.10