Deborah Boatemaa Acheampong
St. John's,Newfoundland And Labrador
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. Caring, organized and friendly with excellent interpersonal skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elderly Caregiver Volunteer
Calvary Baptist Church
03.2015 - 03.2024
- Established trusting relationships with elderly clients, ensuring their emotional needs were met alongside physical care.
- Contributed to increased overall happiness among elderly clients by fostering a positive atmosphere within the caregiving environment.
- Alleviated feelings of isolation among elderly clients by encouraging social interaction both within the facility and with outside.
- Provided mental stimulation for dementia patients through engaging activities designed to slow cognitive decline.
Housekeeper
AnsMed Home Care And Medical Services
07.2014 - 03.2024
- Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
- Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.
- Managed household tasks efficiently, ensuring a clean and comfortable environment for patients.
- Ensured patient safety through diligent monitoring and adherence to care plans.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging times, fostering positive relationships.
- Supported patients in adhering to dietary requirements, preparing nutritious meals tailored to their specific needs.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
Cook
Beati-Rapha Nursing And Home-Care Services
07.2007 - 08.2010
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bsc. Accounting Minoring in Psychology
University College of Management Studies
Accra06.2013
Diploma in Business Administration
University College of Management Studies
Accra06.2009
Home Economics With Major in Food And Nutrition
Salvation Army Senior High School
Oda, Ghana06.2007
Skills
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Dementia Care
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Social interaction
- Emotional Support
- Nutritional knowledge
- Housekeeping Duties
- Medication Administration
Certification
Licensed driver
Medically Screened for TB tests and Vaccinated
Police Sector Vulnerability Check
Standard First Aid /CPR/AED
Timeline
Elderly Caregiver Volunteer
Calvary Baptist Church
03.2015 - 03.2024
Housekeeper
AnsMed Home Care And Medical Services
07.2014 - 03.2024
Cook
Beati-Rapha Nursing And Home-Care Services
07.2007 - 08.2010
Bachelor of Science - Bsc. Accounting Minoring in Psychology
University College of Management Studies
Diploma in Business Administration
University College of Management Studies
Home Economics With Major in Food And Nutrition
Salvation Army Senior High School
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