Care Assistant

GLADYS COUSENE ANAKPA

** ******* ******, *** *** Road, Ozuoba,

Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

Email: ******.*****@*****.*** Mobile: +234**********

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Compassionate and dedicated professional with a strong foundation in client advocacy, attention to detail, and effective communication. I am focused on providing empathetic person-centered care, managing complex situations, medication management, upholding confidentiality, and offering emotional support, while ensuring a safe, comfortable patient environment and maintaining the dignity of patients. I am Committed to enhancing patient quality of life through compassionate care and effective communication with families and healthcare providers.

EXPERIENCE

Hope & Care Intl. Limited Rivers State, Nigeria

Care Assistant Nov 2024 - Present

Monitoring and documenting vital signs and helped with activities of daily living, resulting in 15% decrease in hospital readmission.

Organizing and updating patient’s medication logs in adherence to prescribed schedule, thereby reducing medication errors.

Supporting patients with mobility and exercises, contributing to 10% improvement in their physical capabilities.

Providing emotional support and companionship, helping to reduce patient’s feeling of isolation and depression.

Effectively communicated patients needs and updates to family and health care providers, ensuring timely and appropriate interventions.

Asher and Company Abuja, Nigeria

Senior Associate July 2022 – October 2024

Reviewed documents thoroughly to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.

Mediated disputes and negotiating agreements between parties.

Coordinated board and general meetings, including preparation of minutes.

Maintained proper documentation of shareholders register.

Collaborated across departments to ensure legal requirements were met.

Solomon Solicitors Lagos Nigeria

Associate February 2017 – March 2022

Represented and advocated for clients’ rights and interests.

Managed event-driven filings, including director appointments and amendments.

Managed case files, deadlines, and client appointments effectively.

Explained complex legal concepts in plain terms, negotiating, and drafting clear documents.

Organized board meetings and maintained corporate records.

Okuchemiya & Okuchemiya & Co. Lagos, Nigeria

Associate January 2009 – December 2016

Conducted legal research to support court proceedings.

Managed client relationships and represented clients in court.

Drafted legal documents, including contracts and pleadings.

Negotiated settlements and handled due diligence investigations.

Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie ("UUBO") Lagos, Nigeria

Intern Associate October 2007 – September 2008

Attended Board meetings and prepared minutes.

Advised on dispute resolution and corporate matters.

Participated in company incorporation and conducted corporate searches.

EDUCATION

Best Edge International ( BEI ) Abuja, Nigeria

Diploma in Caregiver Course ( Healthcare Assistant ) Feb. 2025

University of Ibadan Oyo State, Nigeria

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) (Hons.) Feb. 2006

Command Day Secondary School Ikeja Lagos State, Nigeria

Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE) June1997

External Center Lagos Mainland Lagos State, Nigeria

Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination Dec. 1997

COURSES, TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION

(BEI) Caregiver Course Level 1

(BEI) Caregiver Course Level 2 (Personal Care Aide)

(BEI) First Aid and CPR

(NHCPS) CPR, AED & First Aid

(BEI) Diploma in Caregiver Course ( Healthcare Assistant )

KEY SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

Strong organizational and documentation skills

Compassionate care

Medication administration

Proactive and self-motivated

Good communication and interpersonal skill

Problem solving

Dependable, effective team player, and committed to success

Safe record keeping

Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word

LANGUAGE

English – Fluent. Dutch - Beginner

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