Temitayo Mosimabale
Personal Care Assistant
Lagos,Lagos
Summary
Supportive personal care Assistant with extensive experience working in healthcare services. Takes patient vitals, foley catheters care, document needs and maintains cleanliness of examination rooms. Known for treating all patients with dignity, respect and discretion while maintaining utmost confidentiality.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Healthcare Assistant
Agape Biomedical Clinic
Abuja, Abjua
03.2019 - Current
- Delivered high standard of holistic care to patients to promote equality and dignity.
- Aided patients with walking and limb exercises to improve strength and balance.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Maintained clean environment with due consideration to health and safety issues and infection control policy.
- Supervised patients on commodes, in toilets, and bathrooms and assisted patients with hygiene needs.
- Participated in cleaning and maintenance of medical equipment to assist in department function and regulation compliance.
- 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.
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
- Collected biological samples for testing and lab work, in alignment with health and safety protocols.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families to provide information about care and treatment.
- Administered prescribed medications and monitored patient reactions to address contraindications.
- Adhered to patient special diets and provided supplementary drinks under nursing staff supervision.
- Assisted with taking vital signs and documenting blood pressure and temperature for proper tracking.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Delivered high-quality care to dementia patients in hospital facility.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Supported needs of 300+ residents under long-term care.
- Supported needs of 100+ residents under long-term care.
Aged Care Worker
Itereleng Adult Home
Kgabalastane , Northwest
03.2018 - 01.2019
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Maintained frequent supervision of residents unable to call for assistance.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
Education
Bachelor Of Applied Science In Information Technology - Information Technology in Business Systems
Independent Institute of Education
South Africa 01.2015 - 06.2019
Certificate - Food Hygiene
Florence Academy
United Kingdom 06.2023 - 06.2023
Certificate - Fist Aid
Florence Academy
United Kingdom 06.2023 - 06.2023
Certificate - Catheter Care
Florence Academy
United Kingdom 05.2023 - 05.2023
Certificate - Medication Administration
Florence Academy
United Kingdom 05.2023 - 05.2023
Certificate - Diabetes Awareness And Management
Florence Academy
United Kingdom 05.2023 - 05.2023
Certificate - Parkinson Disease
Florence Academy
United Kingdom 05.2023 - 05.2023
Level 3 Certificate - Health And Social Care Level 3
Health And Fitness Academy
United Kingdom 05.2023 - 05.2023
Certificate - Care Certificate Standard (1-15)
Caredemy
United Kingdom 05.2023 - 05.2023
Skills
Companionship and emotional support
Patient Management
Inpatient care
Recording vital signs
Medical Records Management
Transporting patients
Patient Assessments
Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
Outpatient care
Measuring bodily fluids
Feeding assistance expert
Direct Patient Care
Patient-focused care
Conducting intakes
Supporting personal needs
Observing responses
Tube feedings and medications familiarity
Documenting behaviors
Organization and Time Management
Problem-Solving
Flexible and Adaptable
Attention to Detail
Active Listening
Multitasking Abilities
Training and Development
Planning and Coordination
Teamwork and Collaboration
Excellent Communication
First Aid/CPR
Empathy/ passion
High standards
Good interpersonal skills
Outpatient/home care
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 5 health care assistant in the development of check-in” system to manage the status of terminally ill patients more efficiently
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets
- Supervised and trained 10 new carers staff members.
- Achieved overall efficiency by 40% by the development of check-in systems to measure terminal sickness more to bring about accuracy and efficiency.
- Assisted patients in every step of testing and screening and provided them with relevant education, which increased positive feedback by 50%.
Timeline
Certificate - Food Hygiene
Florence Academy
06.2023 - 06.2023
Certificate - Fist Aid
Florence Academy
06.2023 - 06.2023
Certificate - Catheter Care
Florence Academy
05.2023 - 05.2023
Certificate - Medication Administration
Florence Academy
05.2023 - 05.2023
Certificate - Diabetes Awareness And Management
Florence Academy
05.2023 - 05.2023
Certificate - Parkinson Disease
Florence Academy
05.2023 - 05.2023
Level 3 Certificate - Health And Social Care Level 3
Health And Fitness Academy
05.2023 - 05.2023
Certificate - Care Certificate Standard (1-15)
Caredemy
05.2023 - 05.2023
Healthcare Assistant
Agape Biomedical Clinic
03.2019 - Current
Aged Care Worker
Itereleng Adult Home
03.2018 - 01.2019
Bachelor Of Applied Science In Information Technology - Information Technology in Business Systems
Independent Institute of Education
01.2015 - 06.2019