Karimot Akinshoye

• Supported individuals with autism in both residential and community settings, offering person-centered care and emotional support.

• Worked closely with senior staff to monitor client progress and suggest improvements.

• Provided companionship and facilitated social interaction to reduce feelings of isolation.

• Participated in training and development to enhance knowledge and skills in autism and learning disabilities

• Deliver day-to-day care to individuals with learning disabilities and autism, focusing on personal care, daily living tasks, and enhancing independence.

• Support individuals with engaging in social activities and community outings, encouraging participation and inclusion.

• Assist with meal planning and preparation, ensuring nutritional needs are met.

• Implement care plans, ensuring each client’s needs are met in a respectful and dignified manner.

• Apply de-escalation strategies to manage any challenging behaviours, maintaining a calm and supportive environment.

• Assist with the development of personalised care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

• Ensure safeguarding and health and safety procedures are adhered to, maintaining a safe environment for all clients.

Helped patients use bathroom or commode and assisted patients with incontinence

Maintained patient confidentiality and protected patient rights

Provided compassionate care to patients with diverse needs and abilities Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with patients, families, and healthcare professionals

Encouraged patients to maintain independent living with personal care assistance

Administered medications to clients at scheduled times

Assisted nursing staff during emergency situations providing emotional support to patients and family members

Conducted physical assessments including measuring height and weight ratios and recording patient history information

Performed light housekeeping duties such as laundry and cleaning to ensure a safe living environment for clients

Encouraged independence by helping clients perform activities of daily living

Assisted clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, meal preparation and household tasks

Prepared beds and changed linens, maximising patient comfort Maintained accurate records of patient progress, treatments and other relevant information

Transported patients to bathroom and provided incontinent care

• Advised on nutrition and housekeeping, supporting activities of daily living
• Provided emotional support to clients by listening attentively and responding compassionately during difficult times
• Transported clients to appointments or outings in accordance with safety regulations
• Provided home care services to elderly individuals with dementia, including administering medications and providing companionship
• Assist the Clinic Director and nursing staff as needed
• Intake including height/ weight, vital signs and health history
• Prepare patient for provider exam
• Perform point of care testing such as urine dipsticks, quick strep tests, finger stick glucose and hemoglobin (as trained/signed off on)
• Assist the primary care provider with procedures as needed
• Provide patient instruction and educational materials under guidance of nursing staff
• Discuss concerns regarding patient with clinic director and provide community referrals as appropriate
• Ensure complete and proper documentation of all patient care and instructions in patient medical record; notes must be cosigned by RN
• Maintain patient confidentiality
• Follow universal precautions, infection control principles and general clinic policies