ESTHER AFOLABI
Ottawa,ON
Summary
Dedicated caregiver with extensive experience at Happy Kids Home, adept in health monitoring and emergency response. Successfully improved client mobility and nutrition, ensuring a safe and engaging environment. Recognized for providing exceptional respite care, allowing primary caregivers vital time away. Committed to enhancing client well-being through compassionate support and proactive intervention.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
KING'S CARE EARLY CHILDHOOS CENTER
ABUJA, FCT-NIGERIA
02.2015 - 12.2025
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
Caregiver for Seniors
GRACE NURSING CARE CENTER
Abuja, FCT-Nigeria
11.2022 - 09.2024
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Developed plans for respite care when needed based on availability of family members or other caregivers.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
Senior Caregiver
HAPPY KIDS HOME
ABUJA, FCT-NIGERIA
11.2018 - 08.2024
- Recognized emergencies and notified paramedics and family members.
- Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
- Provided respite care for primary caregivers who need time away from their responsibilities.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Helped clients manage chronic conditions such as diabetes or arthritis through diet management and exercise programs.
Education
GED -
THE NANNY ACADEMY
ABUJA-NIGERIA01-2017
GED -
NEW LIFE CPR
OFFA STATE NIGERIA01-2015
Skills
- Emergency response
- Companionship services
- Medication management
- Client assessment
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Safety protocols
- Coordination skills
- Emotional support
- Interpersonal skills
Affiliations
- Second runner up best worker award 2017 at Michael's early childhood center
- Best caregiver 2024- Grace care center
Languages
English
Professional
Certification
NEW LIFE CPR
DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTANCY
Timeline
Caregiver for Seniors
GRACE NURSING CARE CENTER
11.2022 - 09.2024
Senior Caregiver
HAPPY KIDS HOME
11.2018 - 08.2024
Caregiver
KING'S CARE EARLY CHILDHOOS CENTER
02.2015 - 12.2025
GED -
THE NANNY ACADEMY
GED -
NEW LIFE CPR
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