Obianuju Nwachukwu
Houston,TEXAS
Summary
Outgoing Direct Care Worker experienced with patients with disabilities and acute ailments. Well-versed in assisting patients with daily living tasks. Committed to improving patient well-being through personal care and interactive engagement.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resident Partner Care
Tradition Senior Living
Houston, TX
12.2023 - Current
- Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, toileting, and grooming.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing a steady arm while walk
- Promoted socialization through conversation and engaging activities.
- Ensured safety of client at all times by monitoring environment for potential hazards.
- Encouraged independence while helping with basic needs like eating meals, personal hygiene care and medication reminders.
- Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures.
- Performed basic housekeeping tasks including laundry, and bed making.
- Managed patient transportation and appointment scheduling.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
Caregiver
Special Needs Care.com Inc
Houston
07.2022 - 03.2024
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
Patient Care Assistant
Alpha Living Solution
Houston, TEXAS
11.2021 - 07.2022
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns
- Communicated changes in patient conditions and other unit concerns to multidisciplinary team
- Organized games and other activities to engage clients and offer mental stimulation
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
Caregiver
Alpha living solution
Houston, TX
09.2019 - 09.2021
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries
- Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living
- Recorded patient temperature, pulse and blood pressure to monitor health and well-being
- Transported patients to medical, dental and personal care appointments.
Education
B.Eng - Petroleum Engineering -
Federal University of Technology NIGERIA
07.2007
Skills
- Clear Communication
- Diet and Nutrition
- Incapacitation care
- Attentive to People
- Ability to Lift Clients
- Caring Companionship
- Critical Thinking
- Progress Tracking
- Meal Preparation
- Relationship Building
- First Aid and Safety
- Community Activities
- Housekeeping
- Convalescence Support
- Bedside Care
- Client Education
Certification
- CPR Certified
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Reliance Academy
Timeline
Resident Partner Care
Tradition Senior Living
12.2023 - Current
Caregiver
Special Needs Care.com Inc
07.2022 - 03.2024
Patient Care Assistant
Alpha Living Solution
11.2021 - 07.2022
Caregiver
Alpha living solution
09.2019 - 09.2021
B.Eng - Petroleum Engineering -
Federal University of Technology NIGERIA
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