Mary Umweni

Compassionate Care Assistant with over 6 years of experience in providing comprehensive personal care, medication administration, and emotional support to clients. Possesses a Care Certificate and holds a background in education, skilled in clear communication and patient monitoring. Eager to leverage empathy, reliability, and strong observational skills to enhance client well-being and independence at Hales Homecare, contributing to a supportive and person-centred care environment.

Care Assistant at parisse Care Consulting Service Limited (2023-02 – Present)

• Assisted clients with personal hygiene, including showering, bathing, and washing.
• Provided support with essential bathroom needs and managed incontinence care effectively.
• Accompanied clients to medical appointments and therapy sessions, ensuring timely arrival and transport.
• Prepared nutritious meals tailored to specific dietary requirements.
• Aided individuals with mobility, including standing, moving, and operating mobility aids like wheelchairs and hoists.
• Assisted clients with eating and drinking to ensure adequate nutrition and hydration.
• Monitored and recorded general health, nutrition, and vital signs.
• Administered prescribed medications accurately according to care plans and schedules.
• Documented changes in patient health, behaviour, and physical condition for comprehensive record-keeping.
• Undertook grocery shopping and other essential daily errands for clients.

Care Assistant at Bachester Health Care-Emily Jackson House Care home (2023-11 – Present)

• Supported clients with personal care, including washing, bathing, showering, and oral hygiene.
• Facilitated client engagement in leisure activities, art, and sports to promote well-being.
• Performed light cleaning duties, laundry, and ironing to maintain a comfortable living environment.
• Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
• Engaged in meaningful conversations to reduce loneliness and improve emotional well-being.
• Assisted clients in pursuing hobbies and maintaining connections with friends.
• Dispensed prescribed medication dosages at scheduled times.
• Provided assistance with mobility aids such as walkers and wheelchairs.

Care Assistant at Faith Mediplex Care home (2016-05 – 2022-06)

• Attended to patients' personal hygiene needs, including bathing, washing, grooming, and oral care.
• Facilitated patient use of the bathroom facilities, bedpans, and managed incontinence.
• Monitored patients for any changes in their physical or mental state, promptly reporting concerns to nursing staff or doctors.
• Engaged with patients to alleviate fear and anxiety during their hospital stay.
• Maintained tidiness of patient rooms and supported basic infection control measures, including handwashing and sanitisation.
• Prepared beds, changed linens, and ensured call buttons and safety rails were accessible.
• Encouraged patient participation in hobbies and personal interests.
• Supported clients in managing stress and adhering to daily routines.

Biology teacher at Isno Educational Center (2015-03 – 2016-03)

• Developed, delivered, and assessed life science lessons, supervising safe laboratory experiments for students.
• Guided students through hands-on lab work and scientific investigations, ensuring safety protocols were followed.
• Maintained accurate records of student grades, attendance, and behavioural observations.
• Communicated complex scientific concepts in an understandable manner, actively listened to student queries, and provided clear instructions.
• Designed lessons with clear objectives, managed time effectively, and utilised appropriate teaching materials.
• Established classroom routines, maintained student focus, and fostered a safe, respectful learning environment.
• Utilised quizzes, group activities, and discussions to stimulate student interest in biology.

Nigeria Certificate In Education in Biology and Chemistry – College Of Education (2011-09 – 2014)