Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
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Vivian  Donkor

Vivian Donkor

Ejisu

Summary

Diligent Caregiver focused on providing optimal support to clients through personalized assistance and care required to manage diverse medical conditions. Proficient in organizing medications, doctor appointments and personal activities. Compassionate, organized and friendly with excellent interpersonal skills.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Caregiver(Part-time )

Handys Homecare Services
08.2023 - Current


  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
  • Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
  • Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
  • Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
  • Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop personalized care plans for each client, resulting in tailored support and improved wellbeing.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in caregiving techniques, enhancing the quality of care provided.
  • Developed engaging recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, boosting mental stimulation for patients throughout their day-to-day lives.
  • Efficiently organized schedules for multiple clients simultaneously while maintaining high-quality care standards.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
  • Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
  • Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
  • Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.

Registered Midwife

Methodist Hospital Aburaso
09.2020 - Current

Education

Diploma In Midwifery - Midwifery

Holy Family Nursing And Midwifery Training College
Berekum - Ghana
08.2017

Skills

  • Respectful and Compassionate
  • Time Management
  • Problem-Solving
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Flexible schedule and availability
  • Attentive to People
  • Fast Learner
  • Decision-Making
  • Critical Thinking
  • Safety Compliance
  • Childcare experience
  • Injury Prevention
  • Elderly Care

Certification

Basic Life Support

Bed Rail Safety

Food Hygiene

Health, Safety and Welfare (Inc COSHH & RIDDOR)

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
German
Beginner (A1)
Twi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Caregiver(Part-time )

Handys Homecare Services
08.2023 - Current

Registered Midwife

Methodist Hospital Aburaso
09.2020 - Current

Diploma In Midwifery - Midwifery

Holy Family Nursing And Midwifery Training College
Vivian Donkor