Hi, I’m
Silas Akurugo
Accra
Summary
With over two years of dedicated experience as a home health care worker, l excel in providing compassionate Geriatric care at Jelas Rehabilitation Centre. My proficiency in meal preparation, first aid and CPR ensures the safety and well being of my clients. Renowned for my reliability and patience, l diligently handle housekeeping tasks to maintain a pristine and comfortable living environment. By adeptly addressing complications and adhering to detailed care plans, my extensive skill set and unwavering commitment to quality care make me an indispensable asset to any home health care team.
Overview
11
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Jelas Rehabilitation Centre
Home Health Care Worker
06.2016 - Current
Job overview
- Helped 22 persons with mental disabilities organise and prepare meals, made sure they were served on time and suited their nutritional needs and fed patients who were unable to feed themselves.
- Provided mobility assistance for two elderly patients with mobility needs including walking and regular exercise routines within the compound of the care home.
- Administered prescribed medications to 22 mentally ill patients, ensuring correct dosage and monitored for proper ingestion to achieve optimal health outcomes.
- Prevented Pressure ulcers for one end of life stroke patient through frequent repositioning and regular skin assessments, maintaining patient comfort while reducing complications.
- Developed personalised care plans for clients in collaboration with their families, tailored to meet their specific care needs.
- Regularly monitored client's vital signs and blood pressure every morning and evening per my shift, promptly reported significant changes to medical practitioners for timely intervention especially for hypertensive patients.
Valley View Clinic/Rehabilitation Home
Home Health Aide
09.2013 - 05.2016
Job overview
- Managed hypoglycemia in a type 2 diabetic patient and handled medical problems by using first aid techniques to guarantee their safety.
- Assisted two clients with Parkinsons disease who had trouble moving around and encouraged their independence by helping them with grocery shopping and health care appointments.
- Performed light housekeeping duties, including laundry, linen changes, gardening, sweeping and mopping per shift, ensuring a clean living space for 22 patients.
- Educated ten Schizophrenic patients on the proper techniques to swallow their medications; this changed how they behaved whenever it was time for serving medications.
- Motivated 15 clients struggling with drug addiction to attend Narcotic Anonymous sessions three times weekly and engage in regular physical activities to enhance their mood and overall wellness.
- Assisted patients with urine incontinence with their dressing, grooming and feeding needs aiding them in overcoming mobility restrictions.
Education
Pantang Nurses' Training CollegeAccra, Ghana
Diploma from Mental Health Nursing
08.2013
Skills
- Meal planning and preparation
- Feeding Assistance
- Housekeeping tasks
- Emotional Support and Companionship
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Vital signs monitoring
- Care plan assessment
- Medication Management
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- First aid and safety
- Elderly Care and Mobility support
- Multitasking Abilities and Proficient in Microsoft Word
Certification
- First Aid
- Basic Life Support
- Performing Chest Compressions
- Infection Prevention
- Monitoring Bllod Glucose
- Hypertension Management
- Infection 19 Infection prevention
Affiliations
- Ghana Registered Nurses' and Midwives Association
- Nurses' and Midwifery Council Ghana.
REFEREE
Name: Mr Odoi Christian
Position: Immediate Supervisor
Email: odoi.christian@gmail.com
Contact: +23324 3981996
DECLARATION:
I hereby declare that the information provided above is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
Timeline
Home Health Care Worker
Jelas Rehabilitation Centre
06.2016 - Current
Home Health Aide
Valley View Clinic/Rehabilitation Home
09.2013 - 05.2016
Pantang Nurses' Training College
Diploma from Mental Health Nursing
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