Curriculum Vitae
Name: LYDIA ITERBIREMEN UGORJI
Address: No. 37 Stratton Street, Wolverhampton
Postcode: WV10 9AJ
E-mail: ad0oym@r.postjobfree.com
Mobile No: 075********
PROFILE
I am a care assistant with experience as a care giver in primary School and hospital as well as a bit of experience in the banking sector. I am passionate about what I do, rendering support service to individuals in a dignified manner and intentional about allowing them the space to promote their choice, independent living and quality life. I ensure person-centered care following individuals support plans, demonstrating excellent communication and interpersonal skills. My skill set encompasses an advanced knowledge of basic standards of care 1-15, learning disability and autism, managing seizures, dementia, oral care, falls prevention, medication awareness, mental health awareness and lone working essentials. A self-motivated individual as well as a team player committed to assisting others and delivering the highest standard of care to those under my responsibility.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Empathy, Care and Consideration
House keeping
Personal care
Challenging Behavior Management
Person-centered Care Approach
Knowledge of learning disability, autism and ADHD,
Seizures and trigger management
Proficient understanding of dementia, schizophrenia, and other related elderly conditions
Hoisting/ mobility support
Medication awareness and adherence
Confidentiality and Ethical obligations
Makaton level 1
CARE SKILLS / TRAININGS October, 2023
Care Certificate 1-15
Safeguarding adults and children
Basic life Support
Basic first aid skills
Health and Safety
Infection Prevention and Contr
The Aging process
Management of challenging behavior
Mental Health Awareness
Falls Prevention
Careers Awareness
Lone working Essentials
Oral Care for Adults
Communication
Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
Care Planning and Record keeping
Other Skills
Proficient computing and internet user skills
Leadership skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Confident with all Microsoft office applications
Team work and collaboration
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
INSTANT DIAGNOSTIC CENTRE
OLD KARU ROAD NASARAWA STATE
CARE ASSISTANT June, 2022 – September, 2023
Duties;
Provided person-centered care to individuals with in hospitals and residential care home. Followed individualized care plans that addressed the specific needs of each patient, with a focus on seizure prevention and management. Maintained accurate and up-to-date documentation of care, including progress notes, medication administration records, and care plans. Implemented behavioral support plans and communicated effectively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure the clients' needs are met. Supported individuals with learning disabilities with appointment to day service, church, hospital, family and personal outing. Monitored patients with seizures using a seizure and sound monitor during wake night shifts, Checked SATs and hourly temperature. Participated in staff meetings and training sessions to stay current on healthcare practices and policies. Planned and organized recreational activities such as birthdays, mother’s day, father’s day, king’s coronation party for service users promoting family relationship.
GUARANTEE TRUST BANK, BENIN CITY, EDO STATE, NIGERIA January, 2019 – May, 2022
Bank Teller
Duties,
Provided administrative and financial services as a teller. My roles included cash disbursement, withdrawals and deposit of customers funds, help in sorting out ATM cards to customers, book quality risk assets. rendition of daily, weekly, monthly and other report that may be requested by me. Resolving issues of conflict of names.
VOLUNTEER SUPPORT WORKER LIFE CARE CAREHOME ANAMBRA STATE, NIGERIA JANUARY 2017 - DECEMBER 2018
Duties,
Provided comprehensive assistance to service users, including personal care, housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and mobility support for at least 3 client’s daily. Ensured person centered development by encouraging service users to individually try out their own preferred activity. Liaised with multi-disciplinary team to ensure prime care. Provided in-home care to patients who preferred to stay at home rather than receive care in a hospital or nursing home setting. Assisted with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming promoting their choice, preference and independent living. Coordinated patient care with other healthcare providers, including physicians, nurses, and therapists. Documented patient care and reported changes in patients' conditions to healthcare providers.
EDUCATION
Volunteer Aid Worker National Youth Service Corp July 2017- June 2018
HND(Accountancy) Auchi Polytechnic, Edo State 2015 - 2016
OND(Accountancy) Auchi Polytechnic, Edo State 2011 - 2013
TRAINING
Caredemy 1 to 15 Care Training
HOBBIES
Listening to cool music
Referee on request.