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Abimbola Oyedele

Abimbola Oyedele

Nigeria,Lagos

Summary

Empathetic Senior Care Assistant with 7 years of success in providing ongoing physical and emotional support to individuals suffering from various illnesses, diseases, and mental health disorders. Highly adept at assessing, observing and speaking to patients to record symptoms and medical histories to develop effective treatment plans. Proficient at monitoring side effects from administered medication to prevent allergic reactions. Passionate about training staff and collaborating with multi-disciplinary personnel to enhance patient care. 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.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal Care Assistant

A&A Elderly Care Services
03.2021 - Current

Outline

Collaborate with the multi-disciplinary team to provide efficient patient care, establish discharge plans, and conduct follow ups for one of the Nigeria’s healthcare facilities that focuses on improving the lives of 300+ adult/paediatric patients.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with mobility and transportation, such as helping the individual move around the house, using mobility aids, or accompanying them to medical appointments or social activities.
  • Observe and report any changes in the individual’s physical or mental health to healthcare professionals or family members. This involves taking vital signs, monitoring symptoms, and documenting any concerns.
  • Ensure a safe and secure environment for the individual by identifying and addressing potential hazards, implementing safety measures, and being vigilant about their well-being.
  • Maintain open and effective communication with the individual, their family members, and healthcare professionals.
  • Keep accurate and up-to-date records of care provided, including medication administration, health observations, and any significant events or changes in the individual’s condition.
  • Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
  • Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
  • Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Ran errands for patients, did shopping, and picked up other necessities.

Key Achievements

  • Increased patient satisfaction by 20% through displaying kindness, compassion, respect, honesty, and support to all patients.
  • Enhanced 25 residents’ quality of life, while maintaining their independence and privacy.
  • Increased operational efficiency by 16% due to promoting the home’s image through excellent communication, appropriate behaviour, and professional appearance.
  • Recruited, coached, and guided 30 staff that worked on rolling shift patterns on alternate weekends and holidays.

Senior Care Assistant

Omega Network Limited
01.2016 - 03.2021

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
  • Help with mobility and transferring of patients.
  • Administer medications as prescribed by healthcare professionals and ensuring proper dosage and timing.
  • Planning and preparing nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary requirements and preferences.
  • Perform light housekeeping duties such as cleaning, laundry, and organizing.
  • Provide emotional support and companionship to the individual being cared for.
  • Supported needs of 300+ residents under long-term care

Senior Confidential Secretary

Osun State Judiciary, Customer Court Of Appeal
09.2011 - 02.2016

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive administrative support to the executive team, including managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and making travel arrangements.
  • Handle all incoming and outgoing correspondence, ensuring timely and accurate distribution.
  • Maintain confidential files and records, ensuring proper organization and easy retrieval.
  • Prepare and edit documents, reports, and presentations for executive review.
  • Coordinate and facilitate meetings, including preparing agendas, taking minutes, and distributing meeting materials.
  • Screen and direct phone calls and visitors, ensuring appropriate handling and confidentiality.
  • Manage office supplies and equipment, including ordering and maintaining inventory.
  • Assist with special projects and events as assigned.

Skills

  • Diagnostic Tests
  • Treatment Protocols
  • Personal Care
  • Mental Health Support
  • Vital Sign Monitoring
  • Infection Control
  • Team Collaboration
  • Patient Management

References

Available upon request

Timeline

Principal Care Assistant

A&A Elderly Care Services
03.2021 - Current

Senior Care Assistant

Omega Network Limited
01.2016 - 03.2021

Senior Confidential Secretary

Osun State Judiciary, Customer Court Of Appeal
09.2011 - 02.2016
Abimbola Oyedele