FORTUNE UCHE OLORUNDA

Lagos, Nigeria.
Tel: +2348133124488, +2348082622346
Email: ofortuneuche@gmail.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fortuneolorunda

Personal Statement
With over 2 years of work experience, 20 healthcare-related trainings, and certifications, I am a devoted caregiver who
sincerely enjoys enriching the lives of residents. I'm committed to providing the finest care I can for the young, old, and
people with disabilities. Being very knowledgeable about maintaining a safe and healthy workplace and making sure that
resources are used effectively and in accordance with best practices, I am an associate member of the Nigerian Red Cross
Society and have an amazing track record of 2 years performing to a high standard with diligence and care. Looking to help
patients continue living independent lives by showing empathy and encouraging empowerment. I'm enthusiastic to work at
Home Instead because i'm looking for a position as a care giver in New Zealand right now.

Key Skills
Patient Support | Taking observations | Medication administration | Information governance and confidentiality |
Patience | Time Management | Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal | Personal care | Observatory
skill | Housekeeping | Meal preparation | Problem-solving skill | Good listener | Positive can-do attitude | Record
keeping and documentation | Home care | Stress management | High energy, physical fitness and durability |
Compassion, empathy, and kindness | Honesty and integrity | Ability to work within a team | Good customer service

Relevant Work Experience

Healthcare Assistant | Lagos State University Teaching Hospital | Ikeja, Lagos state, Nigeria.
(Dec 2019 – Present)
 Aiding trained nurses in administering patient medication.
 Providing emotional support to patients by engaging in conversations and empathetically hearing about their
issues.
 Encouraging patients to participate in program activities.
 Making the most of the tools offered to assist patients with limited mobility.
 Making and changing beds and ensuring that rooms are clean and tidy.
 Regularly assessing the compatibility and suitability of bed rails for patients and ensuring that the bed rails are
properly maintained to prevent accidents.
 I keep a flexible schedule and cover additional shifts including weekends and nights.
 Every action taken is recorded and documented, and I respect the privacy of each patient's care plan.
 I respect and appreciate the patients I care for in terms of their diversity, values, and human rights, thus I do not
discriminate against them.

Key Achievements

 Attaining high standards for safety, health, and hygiene with no occurrences.
 Keeping a spotless attendance record, with no absences for the past 2 years

Personal Carer (Volunteer) | PA Rotimi | Idimu, Lagos state, Nigeria.

(Feb 2013 – Oct 2013)
 Provided non-medical home care service to an elderly patient in his home.
 Accompanied patient on outings, including shopping trips and sightseeing.
 Focused on providing a high standard of personal care, including bathing, dressing, meal preparation and feeding.
 Assisted patient in remembering important appointments.
 Kept a clean driving record throughout this period.
 Treated patient with compassion, empathy, and respect.

Key Achievements

 Enabled patient to live in his own home and retain as much independence as possible.
 Received positive feedback from patient and his family for a caring attitude.
Education
Ecole Superieure De Management (ESM) Benin | Bsc. Computer Science
Second class upper (2.1)
(Sept 2016 – Jun 2019)

Aunty May High School | Lagos state, Nigeria | West African senior school certificate examination.
7 credits including Mathematics and English.
(Sept 2005 – Jun 2011)

Professional certifications
Nursing Assistant Diploma | Care Assistant Training | Health, Safety and Environment | Customer Service
Relationship Management | First Aid - Basic Life Support | Food Hygiene | Medication Administration
(homecare) | Bedrail Safety | Fire Safety | Equality, Diversity & LGBTQ+ | Safeguarding Children |
Safeguarding Adults | Catheter Care | Health Safety and Welfare | COSHH Awareness | GDPR Awareness |
Information Governance in Healthcare | Infection Control | People Movers - Moving and Handling |
Continence Management and Care | End of Life Care.

Membership
 Associate member of the Nigerian Red Cross Society.

Additional Information
 Make dinner three times a week for an elderly neighbour who has no living relatives.
 During my final year in the university, In recognition of my outstanding social contribution and
excellent performance towards the growth and development of the school, I was awarded the most
social student of the 2018/2019 academic year session.
 My social nature plays a significant role in my interactions with patients.
 I have a band score of 8.0 in my IELTS exam.
 My international passport is available.
 My international drivers license is available.
 My police character certificate is available

Hobbies and Interests

 Every last Saturday of the month, I organise a football game, for the youths in my church.
 I enjoy taking up new courses and acquiring new skills in order to improve myself personally and
professionally.
 I enjoy going for a drive whenever I’m less busy.

References

References are available upon request.