Precious Chukwuma

Experience

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  Freelance

  Feb 2016 - Jan 2017

  Live-In Carer

  Assisted with personal care such as dressing, bathing, toileting, grooming and incontinence care.Provided support for day-to-day tasks such as cleaning and laundry.Assisted in meal preparation and feeding.Provided support to client and improve wellness through leisure and meaningful conversations.Assisted with medication and the usage of personal equipment such as walking aids.Assisted with physical and mental activities and providing companionship.

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  University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital

  May 2018 - Aug 2019

  Administrative Officer

  Fostering positive relationships with customers to enhance loyalty and retention.Covered extra shifts and maintain flexible schedules to achieve organisationalgoals.Resolves customer’s complaints and process issues with proactive problem-solving skills.Listen to customer’s needs, choices, and preferences to provide targeted advice.Improve client's relationship by delivering tailored and genuine service.Ensure the proper disposal of waste and a clean environment. Show less

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  Mina’s Specialist and General Surgery Hospital

  Sept 2019 - Apr 2023

  Healthcare Assistant

  Support patients to remain active and promoting their independence as possible while respecting their rights of choice, privacy and dignity.Assist residents deal with personal care as stated in the care plan e.g. dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting.Support patients with medication administration.Aide and support patients with learning disabilities to build confidence.Works as part of a team to identify the unique goals of patients by implementing personalised care plans and support for dementia and Alzheimer’s patients.Build trusted relationships with patients by delivering high-quality person-centered care by respecting their choices and meeting their emotional and social needs.Work flexibly to help patients explore new interests, engage in physical exercises, and make sure they enjoy themselves in a stimulating and homely environment. Show less

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  GA Professional Healthcare LTD

  Apr 2023 - now

  Care Assistant
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  Active Recruitment SEN Ltd

  Jun 2023 - Jun 2024

  Healthcare Assistant
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  Forest Healthcare Ltd

  Jun 2023 - now

  Care Assistant

  Personal CareMoving and handling patientsProviding companionship and Emotional supportAssisting with feedingCatheter bag carePerson-centered care

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  University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

  May 2024 - now

  Critical Care Holistic Support Volunteer

  Helping patients contact their families and facilitating virtual visits (video calls)Supporting in-person patient visitsBoredom relieving activities (supporting use of iPads, Radios etc...)Liaising with the clinical team; advocating for families and patients; taking forward actionsas appropriate; etc.Befriending; building a rapport and gaining patient trustKeeping the electronic patient record (EPIC) updated with relevant informationFollowing up patients who have been discharged to other wards from Critical CareProviding a smooth handover to the Family Liaison and ward teams to ensure continuityof serviceProactively contacting families to update them check and gather patient detailsAd hoc tasks as required (basic shopping; bringing things up from security; tracking down lost property; etc.)Answering the ward phones: answering basic questions; passing on questions to the rightmember of the ward team; etc. Show less