GABRIEL KUSI APPIAH
HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT
BEREKUM ,BONO REGION
Summary
A dynamic, Compassionate and detail-oriented caregiver with considerable experience and have good communication and organizational skills, seeking the position of a Carer. Have passion to care for the aged, incapacitated, and the vulnerable with a goal to improve their general health and well- being. Have the ability to manage and cater for the individuals with lifestyle and clinical challenges paying critical attention to their needs and confidential dignity within the set organizational goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health Care Assistant
Ghana Health Service
05.2014 - Current
- Works under supervision of registered nurse.
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Assisted patients with limited mobility with grooming and feeding to enhance health and well-being.
- Provided palliative care for patients and engaged with families sensitive.
- Served modified texture diets to patients with disabilities, along with NGT feeding.
- Supported patients and provided companionship.
- Managed general household chores and duties.
- Accompanied clients on outings and arranged transportation to medical appointments.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
Nursing Home Volunteer
Volunteer Work
03.2019 - 12.2022
- Provided support and companionship to patients in need of assistance.
- Adhered to organization procedures and instructions to maintain safety for program participants and other workers.
- Transported patients and helped with discharge procedures.
- Conducted inpatient comfort care rounds to promote patient satisfaction.
- Educated patients about diseases, treatments and at-home care.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Supported needs of about 10 residents under long-term care
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
Health Care Support Worker
Ghana Health Service
12.2013 - 07.2014
- Attended to personal care residents, maintaining dignity and promoting Independence.
- Administered prescribed medication within trust medicines management policy.
- Assisted in care of residents physical environment including cleaning, vacuuming and sanitisin.
- Communicated effectively with Children’s Community Nurses to maintain Children’s needs and involved families in all decisions.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
Education
CERTIFICATE - Health Assistant Clinical
Nurses And Midwifery Training College
KOKOFU, ASHANTI - REGION GHANA11.2013
High School Diploma -
Wesley High School
BEKWAI 06.2007
Skills
- Good Communication
- Equipment
- Documentations
- Adherence to safety and sanitation
- Occupational health and safety
- Cleaning protocols
- Microsoft word and excel
- Health and safety investigations
- Mobility Support
- Company Guidelines
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
Affiliations
- Hemophilia care at the 2021 outreach and identification program
- Infection prevention
- Safe handling of patients
- Customer care services
- Basic life support
- Conflict Resolution
- Fire and safety
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Language
Fluent in English (written and Verbal)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
The cave you fear to enter contains the treasure you seek.
Joseph Campbell
Timeline
Nursing Home Volunteer
Volunteer Work
03.2019 - 12.2022
Health Care Assistant
Ghana Health Service
05.2014 - Current
Health Care Support Worker
Ghana Health Service
12.2013 - 07.2014
CERTIFICATE - Health Assistant Clinical
Nurses And Midwifery Training College
High School Diploma -
Wesley High School
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