CHIJIOKE GODSON
Block A, Flat 4, Prince Vincent Ogbulafor Estate, Umuahia, Abia State
Summary
Skilled Care Provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and preparing meals. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness and household activities.
Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Abia State University Teaching Hospital
12.2022 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
Health Care Assistant
Sivon Clinic And Maternity
01.2017 - 11.2022
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Arranged bedding and cushions to enhance patient comfort in bed and chairs.
- Supported nursing staff with care of incontinent patients and promotion of continence care.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Supervised patients on commodes, in toilets, and bathrooms and assisted patients with hygiene needs.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families to provide information about care and treatment.
- Assisted with taking vital signs and documenting blood pressure and temperature for proper tracking.
- Aided patients with walking and limb exercises to improve strength and balance.
- Adhered to patient special diets and provided supplementary drinks under nursing staff supervision.
- Administered prescribed medications and monitored patient reactions to address contraindications.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
Nursery Teacher
Foundation Private School
10.2014 - 12.2016
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Taught children with learning disabilities like Autism.
- Assessed pupil's progress and performance.
- Supported with healthcare needs, routine checks, administering medication etc.
Education
High School Diploma -
Federal Polytechnic Nekede
Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria07.2009
High School Diploma -
Federal Polytechnic Nekede
Imo State Nigeria07.2006
Skills
- Behavioral Management
- ADL Assistance
- Meal Preparation
- Progress Documentation
- Incident Reporting
- Care Plan Adherence
- Behavior Redirection
- Verbal and Written Communication Skills
- Records Management
- Multitasking and Organization
- Time Management
- Patient Management
- Case Management
- Client Documentation
- Indirect Patient Care
Accomplishments
TRAININGS:
- Dementia
- Health and Safety.
- MAnual Handling.
- First Aid.
- Food Hygiene.
- COVIC-19 Training.
- Personal Protective Equipment- PPE
Timeline
Caregiver
Abia State University Teaching Hospital
12.2022 - Current
Health Care Assistant
Sivon Clinic And Maternity
01.2017 - 11.2022
Nursery Teacher
Foundation Private School
10.2014 - 12.2016
High School Diploma -
Federal Polytechnic Nekede
High School Diploma -
Federal Polytechnic Nekede
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