Rosemary Sottin
Healthcare assistant
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About
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.
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.
Education
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)