Daniel Kwabena Sekyere
Health Care Assistant
Plot 19 Block B, Afratia-Kotwi, Kumasi,Ashanti
Summary
Proven Healthcare Assistant with a track record of improving patient comfort and meeting personal requirements while employed at Seventh-Day Adventist Hospital. Skilled in IT and patient care, with a proven track record of increasing patient satisfaction through careful hygiene and individualized treatment programs. Developed strong patient and family relationships, which contributed to better healthcare experiences.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Health Care Assistant
Seventh-Day Adventist Hospital
09.2020 - Current
- Assist with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Lift patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Reduce risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
- Observe patient skin conditions and report findings to registered nurse.
- Enhance patient comfort by providing personal care services such as bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance.
- Support nursing staff with care of incontinent patients and promotion of continence care.
- Deliver high standard of holistic care to patients to promote equality and dignity.
- Collaborate with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
- Help patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Transport patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Care for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Document patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Change linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Participate in ongoing training sessions, staying current with best practices in health care assistance.
- Arrange bedding and cushions to enhance patient comfort in bed and chairs.
- Cultivate strong relationships with patients and families, fostering an environment of trust and open communication that facilitate better healthcare experiences.
- Follow directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Supported needs of approximately 30 residents under long-term care.
Health Care Assistant
Sanford World Clinic
04.2019 - 08.2020
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Supported needs of residents of over 60 years under long-term care.
Health Care Assistant
Ewim Polyclinic
04.2018 - 03.2019
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans tailored to each patient's specific needs.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions, staying current with best practices in health care assistance.
- Played an active role in delivering holistic care that addressed not only physical but also emotional well-being of patients under my supervision.
- Facilitated smooth patient transfers by coordinating with interdisciplinary teams and families for seamless transitions.
- Supported needs of about 50 residents under long-term care.
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
Education
Diploma - Healthcare
Cape Coast Nursing And Midwifery Training College
Cape Coast, Ghana08.2017
High School Diploma -
Adventist Senior High School
Kumasi, Ghana06.2013
Skills
- Patient-focused care
- Excellent Communication
- Time Management
- Supporting personal needs
- IT skills
- Meal preparation
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Certification
- IELTS certified
- Care Certificates
- Educational Certificates
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
swipe to browse
Interests
Caring
Reading
Timeline
Health Care Assistant
Seventh-Day Adventist Hospital
09.2020 - Current
Health Care Assistant
Sanford World Clinic
04.2019 - 08.2020
Health Care Assistant
Ewim Polyclinic
04.2018 - 03.2019
Diploma - Healthcare
Cape Coast Nursing And Midwifery Training College
High School Diploma -
Adventist Senior High School
Similar Profiles
MARTHA OBUGYEIMARTHA OBUGYEI
Registered Nurse Assistant Clinical at Seventh Day Adventist Hospital- KoforiduaRegistered Nurse Assistant Clinical at Seventh Day Adventist Hospital- Koforidua
Nyaama AtampulgaNyaama Atampulga
Enrolled Nurse at Seventh Day Adventist HospitalEnrolled Nurse at Seventh Day Adventist Hospital
Manuela Owusu FrimpomaaManuela Owusu Frimpomaa
Midwife at Seventh Day Adventist HospitalMidwife at Seventh Day Adventist Hospital