Valentina Oshodi
Nottingham,NGM
Summary
Driven and compassionate Home Support Worker with a strong focus on enabling people to remain content and safe at home. Has successfully cared for clients with differing needs and developed an enjoyment and respect for each individual. Demonstrates patience and top-quality care that builds trust and client independence. Proven success in personal care, meal preparation, daily living, health monitoring and emotional support to promote comfort, dignity and independence. Provides an inspiring environment to promote trust, self-esteem and safety; incorporates comforting interactions and support during all tasks.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Care Assistant
Methodist Homes (MHA), United Kingdom
03.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing personal care services, including bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance.
- Recognized areas for improved performance to protect employees, patients, and visitors from infectious and communicable conditions.
- Assisted residents with hygiene, physical comfort, eating, drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Reduced the risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to individuals with various health conditions.
- Cultivated strong relationships with residents and their families to create an environment of trust and open communication, resulting in improved healthcare experiences.
- Delivered a high standard of holistic care to residents to promote equality and dignity.
- Maintained a clean environment with due consideration to health and safety issues and infection control policy.
- Contributed to efficient patient care by accurately documenting medical information and maintaining up-to-date records.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Supported patients' physical therapy goals through guided exercises and range of motion activities.
- - Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding based on individual needs.
- Supported the needs of 30+ residents under long-term care.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions, staying current with best practices in healthcare assistance.
Healthcare Assistant/Personal Support Worker
APT Care Limited
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and well-being.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Conducted light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and comfortable living space for patients.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Supported meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions or preferences of the client.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Developed trust-based relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
Healthcare Assistant/Personal Support Worker
Right At Home
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Developed trust-based relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care at home.
Education
Master of Science - Brand Management
Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham, United Kingdom10.2023
No Degree -
IELTS, General Training Band 8.0
05.2023
No Degree -
Care Certificate & Level 2 Qualification in Health
05.2022
No Degree - Advanced Certificate in Information Technology
National Institute of Information Technology
Lagos, Nigeria11.2012
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Lagos
Lagos, Nigeria10.2011
Skills
- Personal Care
- Monitoring and Wellbeing
- Emotional Support and Social Interaction
- Daily Living Activities
- Drug safety
- Active listening
- Housekeeping and Environment:
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork
- Empathy
- Time management
- Communication
- Problem-solving
- Confidentiality (data privacy)
- Basic life support
- First aid
- Moving and manual handling
- Infection prevention and control
- Dementia awareness
- Safeguarding adults and children
Additional Information
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE, Microsoft Office tools; Microsoft Word, Excel, Power point, Research, Project management, basic design
Timeline
Health Care Assistant
Methodist Homes (MHA), United Kingdom
03.2023 - Current
Healthcare Assistant/Personal Support Worker
APT Care Limited
09.2022 - 02.2023
Healthcare Assistant/Personal Support Worker
Right At Home
04.2022 - 08.2022
Master of Science - Brand Management
Nottingham Trent University
No Degree -
IELTS, General Training Band 8.0
No Degree -
Care Certificate & Level 2 Qualification in Health
No Degree - Advanced Certificate in Information Technology
National Institute of Information Technology
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Lagos
Similar Profiles
Tracy GriffithsTracy Griffiths
Care and support worker at MHACare and support worker at MHA
Jill TigueJill Tigue
Health Information Coordinator / Medical Records at United Methodist Homes - Wesley Village CampusHealth Information Coordinator / Medical Records at United Methodist Homes - Wesley Village Campus
Joseph MongilloJoseph Mongillo
Cook Supervisor at United Methodist HomesCook Supervisor at United Methodist Homes