Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Additional Information
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Thelma Ugochi Odia

Oshawa,ON

Summary

Energetic Healthcare professional dedicated to providing top-quality, patient-centered care. Proficient in cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms, documenting observations and examining for symptoms. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

HEALTHCARE ASSISTANTS

Geoffrey Memorial Hospital
Port Harcourt, Nigeria
01.2020 - 03.2023
  • Contributed to community-wide outreach activities, educating individuals and families on healthy lifestyles and preventive measures
  • Conducted health status checks, monitored vital signs, and administered medications with precision
  • Provided comprehensive support with daily activities, ensuring patient comfort and well-being
  • Offered emotional support, maintaining a positive and reassuring presence for patients
  • Maintained cleanliness and sanitation standards in patient areas and equipment.

CAREGIVER

Grace Nursing Care Center
Abuja, Nigeria
09.2017 - 10.2019
  • Provided personal care such as bathing, diaper changes, and exercise routines, ensuring comfort and dignity
  • Planned and prepared nutritious meals, assisted with feeding, and managed light chores
  • Ran errands and accompanied the patient to medical appointments
  • Administered medication, provided wound care, and assisted with IV treatments
  • Offered lifestyle education, facilitated physiotherapy, and supported ambulation
  • Conducted close health monitoring and responded promptly to emergencies.

Education

Personal Support Worker

UMS Healthcare College
08-2024

Post-Degree Certificate - International Business Management

Centennial College of Applied Arts And Technology
Scarborough, ON
12.2023

Bachelor of Science - Education Economics

UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA
Nsukka,, Enugu
12.2008

Skills

  • Care & Health Monitoring
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Excellent Communication
  • Client documentation
  • Infection control procedures
  • Empathy and Compassionate Care
  • Time Management and Multitasking
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Administering Medications
  • CPR Certification

Certification

  • Food Handler Certification, Safe Check, Canada, 02/01/24
  • Emergency First Aid, AED & CPR-C, Rescue 7, Canada, 01/01/24
  • N95 MASK FIT Certificate, Canaphem Health, Canada, 01/01/24

Additional Information

Action Against Hunger | Scarborough Chapter Fundraising Committee (2023) Certificate of Appreciation

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

HEALTHCARE ASSISTANTS

Geoffrey Memorial Hospital
01.2020 - 03.2023

CAREGIVER

Grace Nursing Care Center
09.2017 - 10.2019

Personal Support Worker

UMS Healthcare College

Post-Degree Certificate - International Business Management

Centennial College of Applied Arts And Technology

Bachelor of Science - Education Economics

UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA
Thelma Ugochi Odia