Rosemary Sottin

Compassionate, reliable and hardworking Healthcare Assistant, Caregiver and Nursing Assistant with extensive practical experience supporting patients with daily care, comfort and wellbeing needs. Holds a Diploma in Healthcare Assistant and Diploma in Caregiving, alongside formal Hospital Assistant (Nursing) training. Experienced in patient-centred support, hygiene and safety, daily activities and respectful teamwork. Also possesses professional health, fitness and wellness experience.

Freelance Nursing Assistant at Self-Employed / Freelance (2000-01 – Present)

• Provide compassionate nursing assistance and basic patient-care support.
• Assist patients with personal hygiene, grooming and comfort needs.
• Support patients with mobility and routine daily activities.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Observe patients and report relevant changes or concerns to appropriate healthcare professionals.
• Maintain a clean, safe and comfortable patient environment.
• Respect patient privacy, dignity and confidentiality.
• Adapt care and support according to individual patient needs.
• Maintain professionalism and commitment to quality patient care.

Trainee Body & Fitness Therapist at Health Gardens Fitness Spa, Ikoyi, Lagos (1996-01 – 2000-12)

• Developed practical skills in massage therapy.
• Assisted with facial and body treatment services.
• Provided/support-assisted body wrap treatments.
• Gained experience with slender-tone treatments.
• Assisted with steam bath and sauna treatments.
• Maintained hygiene and cleanliness standards.
• Interacted professionally and respectfully with clients.

Hospital Assistant – Industrial Attachment at Surulere Hospital & Maternity Home, Surulere, Lagos (1988-05 – 1988-08)

• Completed practical industrial attachment as part of Hospital Assistant training.
• Gained practical exposure to a hospital and maternity-care environment.
• Assisted with routine patient-care activities under supervision.
• Supported patients with basic care and comfort needs.
• Developed understanding of hospital procedures and professional patient care.
• Worked cooperatively with hospital and healthcare staff.

Diploma in Healthcare Assistant in Healthcare – Global Institute of Workplace Skills Training (GIWOST) (2026-12)

Diploma in Caregiving in Caregiving – Global Institute of Workplace Skills Training (GIWOST) (2026-12)

Hospital Assistant (Nursing) – Two-Year Training in Nursing – Jo-Akin Hospital Assistant/Secretary Training Centre

West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE/WAEC) – West African Examinations Council (2005-12)