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
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
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