Susan Onuoha
Ballynahinch,Down
Summary
Experienced support worker with main focus on night shifts over last four years and providing compassionate care.
Improve client well-being through active listening and good communication.
Skilled in maintaining calm environments and handling challenging situations with empathy and professionalism.
Compassionate professional dedicated to providing support and care in night-time settings.
Demonstrates exceptional communication and problem-solving skills, combined with natural ability to remain calm under pressure.
Hard-working Equipment Officer with strong organisational skills. Achieves Trust goals through exceptional planning and prioritisation.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1994
1994
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Night support worker
Camlo Care Home
Belfast
08.2021 - Current
- Supported 20 residents in managing diverse mental health challenges.
- Administered medications according to healthcare professionals' prescriptions.
- Conducted regular night safety checks to ensure resident security.
- Assisted with personal care tasks to enhance dignity and independence.
Equipment Officer / Physio Technical Instructor
South Eastern Health & Social Care Trust
N.Ireland
08.2004 - Current
- I currently manage all Physiotherapy Equipment for South Eastern Trust in the Community. I have been doing this for since 2012.
- Before this I worked as a Physio Technical Instructor from 2004 to 2012.
Carer
Nursing & Caring Direct
Belfast
04.2004 - 08.2004
- Supported clients in maintaining daily routines in home environments.
- Provided assistance with personal care tasks including hygiene and grooming.
- Facilitated comfortable and safe living atmosphere for clients.
Night Support Worker
Children’s Resource Centre (Ipswich)
04.2001 - 03.2003
- Supervised eight young individuals during evening hours to ensure safety and security.
Health care assistant
Mildly Mission Hospital (London)
01.1999 - 12.2000
- Supported adults in managing mental health challenges associated with HIV diagnosis.
Carer
Children’s Hospice (Romania)
Romania
01.1997 - 09.1998
- Worked with Orphans who had HIV/AIDS
Beauty therapist
Impact Health & Beauty
Ballynahinch, Newry Mourne and Down
07.1992 - 12.1996
- Provided effective treatments for clients with various needs.
Education
GCSEs -
Ballynahinch High School
N.IrelandCertificate of Higher Education -
Rupert Stanley College
Belfast 09.1991 - 06.1993
Diploma of Higher Education -
Belfast Metropolitan College
Belfast 01.2003 - 06.2003
Skills
- Resilience in stressful situations
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Personal care assistance
- Medication Administration
- Patient record keeping
- Empathetic communication
- Mobility aids knowledge
- Caring and supportive manner
- Patience and understanding
- Confidentiality maintaining
Timeline
Night support worker
Camlo Care Home
08.2021 - Current
Equipment Officer / Physio Technical Instructor
South Eastern Health & Social Care Trust
08.2004 - Current
Carer
Nursing & Caring Direct
04.2004 - 08.2004
Diploma of Higher Education -
Belfast Metropolitan College
01.2003 - 06.2003
Night Support Worker
Children’s Resource Centre (Ipswich)
04.2001 - 03.2003
Health care assistant
Mildly Mission Hospital (London)
01.1999 - 12.2000
Carer
Children’s Hospice (Romania)
01.1997 - 09.1998
Beauty therapist
Impact Health & Beauty
07.1992 - 12.1996
Certificate of Higher Education -
Rupert Stanley College
09.1991 - 06.1993
GCSEs -
Ballynahinch High School