NELLY AFIA DARKU
Halifax,West Yorkshire
Summary
Dedicated Healthcare professional with 9 years of experience across a variety of settings. Key strengths include empathy, compassion, strong communication skills, and exceptional multi-tasking abilities. Seeking a role as a Healthcare Assistant to utilise expertise in providing high-quality care and support to patients.
Compassionate Care Assistant with deep-rooted empathy and commitment to enhancing patient well-being. Skilled in providing daily care, emotional support, and creating comfortable living environments. Known for fostering positive relationships and contributing to cohesive team.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Care assistant
Caremark Limited
Halifax , West yorkshire
11.2024 - Current
- Documented reports on daily observations accurately, helping in keeping track of every resident's progress over time.
- Assisted in daily living activities for enhanced patient comfort.
- Delivered excellent customer service by addressing concerns of patients' families.
- Encouraged independence among patients whilst assisting them with tasks.
- Maintained calm posture during crisis situations thus providing reassurance to both residents and their families.
- Respected privacy and dignity of each resident during provision of care services.
- Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
- Helped with personal care tasks, promoting hygiene and cleanliness amongst patients.
- Maintained confidentiality and compliance standards for optimised patient care.
- Prepared healthy meals with additional mealtime planning, feeding and support.
- Successfully positioned, lifted and moved patients from bed into wheelchairs, applying safe handling techniques.
Care Assistant
Destiny Social Care Provider
Halifax, England
10.2023 - 10.2024
- Assist patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating, ensuring their comfort and dignity.
- Measure and record vital signs, reporting any changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintain accurate patient records, documenting care provided and noting any changes in condition.
- Support patients with mobility, including safe transfers between beds, wheelchairs, and other equipment.
- Administered medication to patients, ensuring proper health management.
- Participated actively in team meetings discussing ways to improve service delivery leading to enhanced quality of life for th residents.
- Aid in mobility exercises which resulted in improved physical strength among elderly residents.
Home Health Aide
All Faith Care Home
Accra, Ghana
10.2020 - 02.2023
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting, ensuring personal hygiene and comfort.
- Managed medication by supporting clients in adhering to prescribed schedules and dosages, while monitoring for side effects.
- Provided companionship and emotional support, engaging clients in activities and conversation to promote mental well-being.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks, including meal preparation, laundry, and cleaning, ensuring safe and comfortable living environment.
Health Care Assistant
37 Military Hospital
Accra, Ghana
05.2015 - 08.2020
- Assisted patients with daily activities such as dressing, feeding, and mobility to promote comfort and independence.
- Monitored and recorded patients' vital signs, promptly reporting any changes to healthcare professionals.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, helping to reduce anxiety and improve their overall well-being.
- Supported nurses and doctors with basic medical procedures, including preparing equipment and maintaining clean, safe environment.
- Assisted elderly residents with daily tasks such as eating, bathing and dressing up for enhanced quality of life while living in care homes.
- Maintained stock levels of medical supplies on ward, ensured uninterrupted provision of care services during shifts.
Education
Care Certificate - Dementia Care
NHS Learning
SheffieldHealth And Safety Care Role Of A Health Care Professional - undefined
Sheffield
SheffieldCatheter Care - undefined
Sheffield
SheffieldBachelor Of Science - Information Technology
University Of Education Winneba
Central RegionClinical Nursing Assistant -
Weija Municipal Hospital
AccraSkills
- Empathy And Compassion
- Multi Tasking Abilities
- Strong Communication Skills
- Time Management
- Adaptability
- Problem Solving
- Attention To Detail
- Hoist operation mastery
- Personal care assistance
- Personal care
- Housekeeping
- Dementia awareness
Timeline
Care assistant
Caremark Limited
11.2024 - Current
Care Assistant
Destiny Social Care Provider
10.2023 - 10.2024
Home Health Aide
All Faith Care Home
10.2020 - 02.2023
Health Care Assistant
37 Military Hospital
05.2015 - 08.2020
Care Certificate - Dementia Care
NHS Learning
Health And Safety Care Role Of A Health Care Professional - undefined
Sheffield
Catheter Care - undefined
Sheffield
Bachelor Of Science - Information Technology
University Of Education Winneba
Clinical Nursing Assistant -
Weija Municipal Hospital
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