HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT

Name: Nanju Hawa Kanu

Curriculum Vitae

Address: * ****** **** ******* ***, Romford.

POST CODE: RM5 2NX

Tel No: 075********

Email: *********@*****.***

PROFILE

Dedicated and compassionate Healthcare Assistant with [7] years of experience providing high-quality patient care in hospital, residential, and community settings. And domiciliary care. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and supporting medical staff to ensure the comfort and well-being of patients. Passionate about delivering empathetic and respectful care while maintaining dignity and independence for patients.

I have experience of using empathy and empowerment to assist the patient/client in becoming more self-sufficient. I am an enthusiastic and flexible individual that is dedicated to reaching both individual and group objectives, and capable of carrying out tasks assigned throughout a shift as part of a team and adhering to clear instructions. I'm excited to work for a firm that promotes services and gives me the chance to reach and achieve beyond established objectives.

PERSONAL SKILLS

Caring and compassionate towards people in need of care and support

Dedicated to non-discriminatory care practice.

Respecting people suffering from a range of medical conditions with different backgrounds and beliefs to your own.

Self-motivated and keen to learn.

Willing to seek guidance when needed and to follow instructions

Excellent timekeeper and reliable

Good hygiene practice, including personal hygiene and a smart appearance

Good stamina and level of fitness to meet the physical demands of the job

sensitivity and understanding.

a desire to help people.

the ability to work well with others.

patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

the ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure.

to be thorough and pay attention to detail.

customer service skills.

• health and safety conscious.

• proficient ICT skills (Microsoft Word, excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc.)

CERTIFICATE

Care Certificate at Health

and Safety Group - 2024

QUALIFICATIONS

West African Senior

Secondary Certificate

Examination -2020

Advanced Diploma In

Pharmacy at College Of

Medicine Allied Health

Sciences -2023

WORK EXPERIENCE

HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT: SEVEN RESORCING LIMITED 10 August 2024 - Present

Duties:

Ensure the highest possible levels of care are maintained by supporting/assisting residents, when required, with washing, toileting, dressing, body mapping, undressing, and all other aspects of daily living.

Assist residents in all aspects of their care needs (e.g. physical, emotional and spiritual). Provide attention when needed, whilst ensuring residents retain their comfort and dignity.

Pay particular attention to assisting residents who have limited mobility, or physical difficulties, making the best use of aids provided.

Closely monitor residents who are confused and / or who have behavioural problems. • Assist in the daily promotion of continence.

Assist in the delivery of care for residents who are dying or who have a progressive illness.

Observe care planning needs for residents and complete written daily records as instructed and in line with the Company’s policies and procedures.

Assist in framework of social activities by interacting with residents and helping them continue with hobbies and activities in the home.

Under the supervision and guidance of senior care staff, report on the well-being of residents

Carry out regular checks on residents at intervals determined by senior staff members.

Make Visitors feel welcome. Provide refreshments/assistance as and when required.

Make and change beds, ensuring that rooms are clean and tidy, and commodes are empty, in line with the home’s disposal of waste policy. Ensure the home’s resources are used appropriately.

Clean and maintain equipment used by residents / Relatives e.g. wheelchairs, hearing aids, spectacles etc. Ensure the Home is kept clean and tidy, in line with the Company’s attention to detail philosophy.

Ensure full privacy and dignity is maintained for the dying and the bereaved, in line with the home’s policies and procedures.

Assist Clients who need help during mealtimes (be aware of swallowing difficulties, dietary requirements etc). Assist with serving of food / drinks as requested / required. Wash up as requested / required.

Practice maximum integrity in all dealings with residents' personal and financial affairs and avoid abuse of the privileged relationship that exists with residents.

CARE ASSISTANT (Bank): Guardian Home Care Ltd: Basildon, United Kingdom June 2024 – present

Duties:

Helping or supervising client washing, dressing, grooming, and toileting

Preparing client meals and snacks and feeding or supervising eating and drinking

•Administering medications

Cleaning home, washing clothes and linens, shopping and other domestic duties as needed

Transporting the client to medical appointments and helping them run errands

Monitoring client health conditions

Reporting client progress and any concerns to Home Care Manager

Prepare balanced meals and assisted with feeding, ensuring dietary needs were met to support proper nutrition and hydration

HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT WSM Care LTD – United Kingdom December 2023 – present

Duties:

To offer comprehensive care, encompassing crisis support, fostering self-sufficiency, and averting isolation.

Communicate any concerns regarding the client's health and well- being.

Record all observations and medicines taken and submit written reports of duties accomplished.

Residential care, comprising duties like food preparation, grocery shopping, laundry, ironing, and personal hygiene.

Maintaining client engagement in social networks and groups for personal development.

Standardised office policies and procedures to foster teamwork and improve output.

Transport customers to planned appointments and entertainment activities in a timely manner.

Ensuring patient safety through supervision, monitoring, and evaluation of risks.

Ensuring that safety regulations are consistently followed.

Encouraging participation in social and recreational activities.

Observing residents for changes in health or behaviour and reporting to nurses or senior staff.

Ensuring proper hygiene and infection control practices and report hazards or concerns to ensure a safe environment

Reporting hazards or concerns to ensure a safe environment. Health Care Assistant: King George V1 Memorial Home, Sierra Leone February 2019 - December

2023

Duties

• Assist in dressing elders to dress daily.

• Cleaning and organizing patient care, living room quarter, and putting personal items away.

• Helping them through their daily activity they might not be able to do on their own,

e.g. eating, bathing, toileting, transferring, and oral hygiene. Supporting residents with communication, especially those with dementia or speech difficulties.

• Facilitated games and other activities to engage patient performed.

• Maintain accurate record of patient care, condition, progress, and concern.

• Documented resident record on daily Flow chart

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