Eunice Mawuena Darrah (Caregiver)
Koforidua
Summary
A commited , patient and caring healthcare professional with over 10 years practicing experience, specialised in, domiciliary care, care of the aged and disabled, as well as children with special needs.Experienced in grooming, administration of medications and establishing good interpersonal relationship to relieve boredom, as well as helping clients to be independent through a holistic approach.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Care Worker
Geriatric Ward,Tetteh Quarshie Memorial Hospital
Mampong Akuapim, Ghana
01.2022 - Current
- Conducted Home Visit Sessions at least twice in a week to assist clients fit well into their home environment after discharge.
- Assisted the elderly with grooming , changing of diapers and dressing bed sores if any after admission
- Assisted patient to feed and duely take their medications.
- kept a safe and therapeutic environment to prevent accidents and promote recovery.
- Assisted patients with mobility by initiating the use of walking aids and short evening walks when conducive.
- Escorted patient for clinical review when necessary, shop for groceries and plan meals
Senior Care Worker
Palliative Department, Tetteh Quarshie Memorial Hospital
Mampong Akuapim , Ghana
01.2019 - 12.2021
- Ensured patient comfort and provided a serene environment all the time to promote sleep .
- Turned bed ridden clients every 2 hours and cared for all pressure areas, to prevent ulcers.
- Performed light house chores like laundry, washing of dishes , meal planning and preparation.
- Provided oral care, skincare, care of hands and feet.
- Assessed pain levels and administration of pain medications
Caregiver
Pediatric Department ,Tetteh Quarshie Memorial Hospital,
Mampong Akuapim, Ghana
01.2014 - 12.2018
- Assisted children with disabilities through their recovery phase.
- Assisted children with feeding problems to feed properly
- Sung rhymes and played with children to keep them entertained.
- Educated children on simple infection prevention practices to keep them healthy
- Assisted children with their personal hygiene needs and other activities of daily living.
Volunteer
Home Health Aide,KRISBREF HOME CARE AGENCY
Koforidua, Ghana.
03.2012 - 09.2012
- Assisted discharged clients by helping them to settle back into their home environment
- Dressed bedsores of elderly clients.
- Helped to monitor blood glucose levels and administer insulin shots as prescribed by physicians.
Education
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing -
University of Ghana
Accra,Legon02.2019
Diploma In Registered Nursing -
Nursing And Midwifery Training College
Koforidua, Ghana 12.2010
Skills
- First Aid Management
- Domestic assistance (ADL)
- Meal planning and preparation
- Manual Handling
- Vital signs monitoring and drug administration
- Infection control and prevention
- Personal Hygiene and Grooming
- Good team player
- Good Written and Verbal skills
Certification
- Certificate in Palliative Initiators Course.
- Certificate in 15 standard care courses.
Timeline
Senior Care Worker
Geriatric Ward,Tetteh Quarshie Memorial Hospital
01.2022 - Current
Senior Care Worker
Palliative Department, Tetteh Quarshie Memorial Hospital
01.2019 - 12.2021
Caregiver
Pediatric Department ,Tetteh Quarshie Memorial Hospital,
01.2014 - 12.2018
Volunteer
Home Health Aide,KRISBREF HOME CARE AGENCY
03.2012 - 09.2012
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing -
University of Ghana
Diploma In Registered Nursing -
Nursing And Midwifery Training College