Patient Care Support Worker

EFEMENA EDMUND EKOKOGBE

Address: No.*** Gwarandok, Opp. COCIN Church, Jos, Plateau state, Nigeria

Phone: +234********** Email: ***************@*****.*** PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Compassionate Homecare Nurse / Personal Support Worker (PSW) with experience in providing high-quality patient care in home and clinical settings. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, medication administration, and patient education. Dedicated to improving the quality of life for clients through personalized, compassionate care. Seeking a role in Canada’s healthcare sector to contribute expertise in homecare and elderly support.

KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

Patient Mobility & Transfers (Wheelchairs, Walkers)

Bathing, Grooming, and Personal Hygiene Support

Meal Preparation & Feeding Assistance

Vital Signs Monitoring (Blood Pressure, Pulse, Temperature)

Wound Care & Medication Administration

Dementia & Alzheimer’s Care

Emotional & Social Support for Clients

Infection Prevention & Home Safety Monitoring

Strong Communication & Team Collaboration

WORK EXPERIENCE

Beit Refuah Homecare – Nigeria (2024 – Present)

Homecare Nurse / Personal Support Worker (PSW)

• Provide compassionate homecare assistance to elderly and disabled clients.

• Assist with bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility support.

• Monitor and record vital signs, ensuring patient safety and well-being.

• Administer medications as per instructions and assist with wound care.

• Educate patients and families on health maintenance and chronic disease management.

• Ensure a clean and safe home environment, following infection control guidelines. Vom Christian Hospital – Plateau State, Nigeria (Internship) Nurse Intern

• Assisted in bedside care, including repositioning, hygiene assistance, and feeding support.

• Monitored patient conditions and reported changes to senior nurses and doctors.

• Provided pre- and post-operative care, ensuring a smooth recovery process. Jos University Teaching Hospital – Plateau State, Nigeria (Internship) Nurse Intern

• Rotated through multiple departments, gaining experience in elderly and post- surgical patient care.

• Assisted patients with mobility, personal hygiene, and emotional support.

• Educated patients on discharge care, home safety, and medication management. Primary Health Care Centre – Ganawuri, Nigeria (Internship) Nurse Intern

• Conducted health screenings and routine diagnostic tests (blood sugar, malaria, etc.).

• Provided family planning education and immunization support. EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

Registered Nurse (RN) – Plateau State College of Nursing & Midwifery, Vom (2024)

B.Sc. Psychology – University of Jos, Plateau State (2014)

Basic Life Support (BLS) & First Aid Certification

Elderly & Dementia Care Training

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Languages: English (Fluent)

• Availability: Open to relocation and willing to work flexible shifts

• Hobbies & Interests: Reading, Chess, Traveling

REFERENCES (Available upon request)

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