Experienced Geriatric Care Assistant/Health Care Assistant dedicated to delivering personalized patient care. Known for providing compassionate support and fostering patient satisfaction through attentive service. Committed to enhancing the well-being of patients with a focus on individualized attention and empathetic care.

ELDERLY CARE  

Updated 14. juli 2024
My education
3
2024 - 2024

Cand.scient. i Socialvidenskab

Anden uddannelsesinstitution i Danmark

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE IN SOCIAL WORK INTERVENTIONS AND INSTRUMENTATION THERAPY
SCHOOL OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT AND OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY UNIVERSITY OF PORT HARCOURT
TEACHING HOSPITAL
Educational area: Medicinal & Sundhed
Period: februar 2024 - juni 2024
3
2024 - 2024

Cand.scient. i Socialvidenskab

Anden uddannelsesinstitution i Danmark

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE IN SOCIAL CARE SERVICES
SCHOOL OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT AND OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY UNIVERSITY OF PORT HARCOURT
TEACHING HOSPITAL
Educational area: Medicinal & Sundhed
Period: februar 2024 - juni 2024
3
2024 - 2024

Cand.soc. i Uddannelsesvidenskab

Anden uddannelsesinstitution i Danmark

GERIATRIC CARE ASSISTANT / HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT
CARE OF ELDERLY PERSONS UNIT ( UNIVERSITY OF PORT HARCOURT TEACHING HOSPITAL
Educational area: Medicinal & Sundhed
Period: februar 2024 - juni 2024
2010 - 2014

BA i Filosofi

Anden uddannelsesinstitution i Danmark

Educational area: Humaniora
Period: oktober 2010 - september 2014
My work experience
2015 - 2028

LEAD COACH

NKWACHIKWERE FOUNDATION ( Non Governmental Organization)

Humanitarian Service Officer / Caregiver:
  • Responsible for overseeing the equitable distribution of essential items such as food and clothing on behalf of
  • the organization.
  • Assists in feeding and covering school fees for the less privileged members of the community.
  • Assisting the elderly with their hospital routine check-ups
  • Lead Coach:
  • Conducts research to identify unemployed youths within a specific age group who could benefit.
  • • Plays a role in organizing and assisting with medical outreach programs within the community
    Work area: Human Resources
    Period: marts 2015 - april 2028
    2024 - 2025

    GERIATRIC CARE ASSISTANT / HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT

    CARE OF ELDERLY PERSONS UNIT UNIVERSITY OF PORT HARCOURT TEACHING HOSPITAL NIGERIA

  • Assisted with Daily Activities: Helping with tasks such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation ensures that
  • patients can maintain their personal hygiene and nutritional needs. This promotes their physical health and
    dignity.
  • Providing Companionship and Emotional Support: Giving a companionship and emotional support to the
  • Elderly patients, especially elderly individuals who may feel lonely or isolated. My presence helped significantly
    improve their mood and mental well-being.
  • Managing Medications: Ensured that medications are taken on time and in the correct dosage which helped to
  • manage the patients' health conditions effectively and preventing complications.
  • Assisting with Household Chores and Errands: I assisted Helping with household chores and running errands
  • which helped to reduce the load for patients and ensures their living environment remains clean, organized,
    and conducive to their health.
  • Providing Transportation: Transported patients to medical appointments, social outings, or other
  • engagements ensures they can remain active and engaged in the community, contributing to their overall
    quality of life.
  • Communicating with Healthcare Professionals and Family Members: Acted as a liaison between healthcare
  • professionals, family members, and the patients ensures that everyone is informed about the patient's
    condition, needs, and any changes in health status.
  • Patient Support: Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, particularly those who are
  • elderly, disabled, or recovering from illness or surgery.
  • Monitoring Vital Signs: Took and recorded vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, temperature, and
  • oxygen saturation.
    • Assisted with emptying the urinary bags of patients, fed those who are on Nasogastric Tube
    Work area: Medicinal & Sundhed
    Period: februar 2024 - april 2025
    2022 - 2023

    SOCIAL AND HOME CARE ASSISTANT

    Mr Ugur Muhteren

    Maintenance of Clean Environment: Assisted with maintaining a clean and hygienic environment is essential
    for my patient's health and comfort. This includes regular cleaning of the living space, proper disposal of
    waste, and maintaining cleanliness in areas where care is provided.
  • Compassionate Relationship Building: I had a compassionate and supportive relationship with my patient
  • which was crucial. This involves listening to his concerns, engaging in conversations (gisting), and perhaps even
    singing in his language (turkish) together to uplift his spirits and create a positive atmosphere.
  • Feeding: Assisted with feeding the patient and ensured he received adequate nutrition and hydration. This
  • involved preparing meals according to dietary needs, feeding him if necessary, and encouraging proper eating
    habits.
  • Bathing: Assisted with Bathing the patient which helped to maintain his personal hygiene, which is important
  • for their overall health and well-being. It also provides an opportunity to check for any changes in skin
    condition or potential health issues.
  • Wound Care: I assisted with Dressing the patient wounds properly and ensured he is clean and bandaged
  • appropriately, which helped in preventing infection and promoted healing. This, i did to detailed and
    adherence medical instructions giving to me.
  • Medication Administration: Assisted with Administering medications according to the prescribed schedule
  • and ensured the patient receives his treatments on time and in the correct dosage. This is crucial for
    managing his medical conditions effectively.
  • Transportation to Medical Appointments: Driving the patient to medical appointments helped him to receive
  • timely healthcare services and follow-ups. I also kept track of appointments and communicating with
    healthcare providers about the patient's condition and needs.
  • Health Records Management: Kept accurate records of the patient's health status, medications, treatments,
  • and hospital visits which was essential for continuity of care. This information helped in monitoring progress,
    identifying trends, and coordinating care with healthcare professionals.
  • Monitoring Vital Signs: Took and recorded vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, temperature, and
  • oxygen saturation.
    • Patient Support: Provided emotional support and companionship to the patient
    Work area: Socialvæsen
    Period: februar 2022 - maj 2023
    2018 - 2019

    SOCIAL CARE WORKER / HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT

    FAMILY MEDICINE DEPARTMENT ( University Of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital)

  • Mobility Support: Helped patients move around safely, which involved using mobility aids and assisted with
  • exercises prescribed by physiotherapists.
  • Patient Support: Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, particularly those who are
  • elderly, disabled, or recovering from illness or surgery.
  • Communication: Acted as a liaison between patients, their families, and healthcare professionals to convey
  • important information and ensure continuity of care.
  • Health Promotion: Encouraged and supported patients in activities that promoted their overall well-being,
  • such as encouraging mobility and provided information on healthy lifestyle choices.
  • Advocacy: I assisted Advocating for patients' rights and needs, ensuring they receive appropriate medical care
  • and support services.
  • I assisted Connecting patients and families with community resources, such as financial assistance programs,
  • mental health services, support groups, and home care services.
  • As a social care worker, in assisted in Offering support and intervention during crisis situations, such as medical
  • emergencies, trauma, or mental health issues.
  • I Worked closely with medical staff, including doctors, nurses, and therapists, to provide comprehensive care
  • and support to patients in the hospital.
    Work area: Medicinal & Sundhed
    Period: marts 2018 - marts 2019
    2008 - 2009

    SOCIAL AND HOME CARE ASSISTANT

    Sons of Mary Mother Of Mercy Congregation

    As a seminarian looking after elderly priests at the Sons of Mary Mother of Mercy Congregation involved
    deeply meaningful responsibilities that contribute to their comfort, well-being, and dignity. Here’s a
    breakdown of the essential tasks I undertook:
    Room Maintenance: Sweeping and maintaining their rooms ensures they have a clean and comfortable living space,
    which is crucial for their physical and emotional well-being.
  • Assisting with Meals: Assisted with Feeding the elderly priests who may require assistance with eating which I
  • ensured they receive proper nutrition and hydration, supporting their overall health.
  • Room Maintenance: Sweeping and maintaining their rooms which i ensured they have a clean and comfortable
  • living space, which is crucial for their physical and emotional well-being
  • Clothing Assistance: Assisted with Helping elderly priests with dressing. I ensured they are dressed
  • appropriately and comfortably, taking into account their specific needs and preferences.
  • Medication Management: Assisted in Administering medications to elderly priests according to their
  • prescribed schedules ensures they receive their treatments on time and in the correct doses.
  • Accompanying to Medical Appointments: Going to the hospital with elderly priests for medical appointments
  • ensures they receive necessary healthcare services and supports their health management.
  • Personal Care: Assisted in Bathing some elderly priests which helped to maintain their personal hygiene, which
  • is essential for their physical comfort, health, and self-esteem.
    Work area: Medicinal & Sundhed
    Period: september 2008 - august 2009
    My skills and abilities
    Skills
    care of elderly client friendly compassion computer litrate docile empathy humble listening medication administartion neat patient responsible supportive wound care
    Skills at working proficiency
    none specified
    My preferences
    Job type
    Deltidsjob Freelance Fuldtidsjob
    Work areas
    Medicinal & Sundhed Socialvæsen
    Location
    Nordsjælland Storkøbenhavn Udlandet (Sverige) Vestsjælland Øresundsregionen Østsjælland
    Salary
    2.500 DKK / month
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