Deborah Osondu
Certified Nursing Assistant/Home Health Aide
Lagos
Summary
A diligent caregiver focused on providing optimal support to clients through personalized assistance and care required to manage diverse medical conditions. Caring, organized and friendly with excellent interpersonal skills. demonstrate a compassionate approach and exceptional time management, ensuring efficient and respectful care delivery. Experienced in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support. A thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
Work History
Caregiver/Home Health Aide
AccentCare Home Health Services
Ikeja, Lagos, Lagos
03.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient's personal space.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Developed engaging recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, boosting mental stimulation for patients throughout their day-to-day lives.
- Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lagoon Hospitals
Lagos, Lagos
04.2024 - 05.2024
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures, ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure a comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing the spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring respectful and ethical care.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Supported needs of 5+ residents under long-term care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lagos African Church Grammar School
College Road, Ogba 07.2018 - 07.2018
Skills
Elderly Care
Basic Housekeeping
Patient Companionship
Patient Care
Verbal and written communication skills
Mobility Assistance
Time Management
First aid and safety
Incident Reporting
Dependable and Responsible
Emotional Support
ADL Assistance
Respectful and Compassionate
Certification
National Caregiver CNational Caregiver Certification as a Home Health Aide [AMERICAN CAREGIVER ASSOCIATION]. Nursing Assistant Certification [Accentcare Home Health Services]. Completed Coursework: Introduction To CPR- a Practical Approach, 2024. Introduction To Medical Social Work [MSW] And Digital Nursing [IDN] Certification LPMV. Basic Life Support [CPR,AED, And Bleeding] Nigerian Red cross society.ertification as a Home Health Aide [AMERICAN CAREGIVER ASSOCIATION]
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lagoon Hospitals
04.2024 - 05.2024
National Caregiver CNational Caregiver Certification as a Home Health Aide [AMERICAN CAREGIVER ASSOCIATION]. Nursing Assistant Certification [Accentcare Home Health Services]. Completed Coursework: Introduction To CPR- a Practical Approach, 2024. Introduction To Medical Social Work [MSW] And Digital Nursing [IDN] Certification LPMV. Basic Life Support [CPR,AED, And Bleeding] Nigerian Red cross society.ertification as a Home Health Aide [AMERICAN CAREGIVER ASSOCIATION]
03-2024
Basic Life Support [CPR,AED, And Bleeding] Nigerian Red cross society.
03-2024
Introduction To CPR- a Practical Approach.
03-2024
Introduction To Medical Social Work [MSW] And Digital Nursing [IDN] Certification LPMV.
02-2024
Caregiver/Home Health Aide
AccentCare Home Health Services
03.2023 - Current
Nursing Assistant Certification [Accentcare Home Health Services].
03-2023
High School Diploma -
Lagos African Church Grammar School
07.2018 - 07.2018
Leaving certificate and testimonial.
07-2018
West African Senior School Certificate.
07-2018