Opeoluwa Ruth Abayomi
8038 Nile Ave, Apt 2N Skokie,IL
Summary
Compassionate caregiver with extensive experience at Glenview Terrace Nursing Center, skilled in dementia care and patient assessments. Proven ability to enhance patient independence and dignity while ensuring safety and comfort. Dependable and responsible, I excel in fostering meaningful connections and promoting optimal health outcomes through attentive support and engagement.
Professional caregiver with strong background in providing compassionate and effective support. Proven ability to adapt to changing needs and collaborate with team members to achieve optimal results. Skilled in personal care, medication management, and patient advocacy. Reliable, empathetic, and focused on delivering high-quality care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
The Key
12.2024 - Current
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Caregiver
Open Arms Solutions
05.2022 - 11.2024
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
CNA
Glenview Terrace Nursing Center
01.2020 - 04.2022
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevent bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
CNA
Warren Barr Lieberman
10.2018 - 12.2019
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Education
High School Diploma -
Oakton Community College
Des Plaines, IL01-2023
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Ilroin Kwara Stae, NIgeria
Nigeria05-2002
Skills
- Dementia care
- Patient assessments
- Elderly care
- Dependable and responsible
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with a team of 4 in the development of Care Companion
- Resolved product issues through consumer testing.
- Achieved improve health through effectively helping with elderly patients
Certification
- Licensed Certified Alzheimer's caregiver (CAC)
- Dementia care specialist (DCS)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Caregiver
The Key
12.2024 - Current
Caregiver
Open Arms Solutions
05.2022 - 11.2024
CNA
Glenview Terrace Nursing Center
01.2020 - 04.2022
CNA
Warren Barr Lieberman
10.2018 - 12.2019
High School Diploma -
Oakton Community College
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Ilroin Kwara Stae, NIgeria
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