Meekness Obinna
Community Health Worker
St. John's
Summary
Dynamic Community Health Worker with a proven track record, enhancing patient outcomes through effective health education and relationship building. Skilled in data collection and health service referrals, I successfully coordinated immunization clinics, significantly increasing vaccination rates among vulnerable populations while fostering a supportive environment for clients managing chronic conditions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language
Work History
Community Health Worker
FAEJOC RAPHA HOSPITAL
07.2019 - 12.2023
- Connected families with necessary social services, alleviating barriers to healthcare access and improving quality of life.
- Increased awareness of available resources by organizing and participating in community health fairs and events.
- Assisted clients in navigating complex healthcare systems by providing guidance on insurance coverage options and connecting them with appropriate providers or agencies.
- Coordinated immunization clinics in collaboration with local public health departments, increasing vaccination rates among vulnerable populations.
- Provided ongoing support for clients managing chronic conditions, contributing to better self-management and reduced complications.
- Trained new Community Health Workers on best practices, contributing to increased team efficiency and effectiveness in serving the community.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing education on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Facilitated health screenings with follow-up care to target specific issues.
- Conducted home visits to assess living conditions, provided recommendations for safety improvements and connected clients with resources as needed.
Health Care Assistant
ASATA HEALTH CENTER
01.2017 - 03.2018
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
- Performed vital signs monitoring, ensuring timely reporting of any abnormalities to the medical team.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing personal care services such as bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance.
- Arranged bedding and cushions to enhance patient comfort in bed and chairs.
- Supported nursing staff with care of incontinent patients and promotion of continence care.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations, providing prompt assistance while following established protocols until professional help arrived onsite.
- Increased patient safety by promptly addressing concerns and reporting incidents or potential hazards to supervisory staff.
Education
Associate of Science - Bachelor of Science
Memorial University of Newfoundland
St John's, None 05.2001 -
Associate of Science - Community Health
COLLEGE OF HEALTH
OJI RIVER,ENUGU,NIGERIA 05.2001 -
Skills
Health Education
Skilled in Microsoft Office Applications
Health Promotion Education
Data collection
First aid training
Nutrition counseling
Team assignments
Reduction of Infant Mortality Rates
Mental health care assistance
Relationship building
Health service referrals
Problem-solving
Effective Time Management
Certification
Community Health Worker Certificate - Various State Departments of Health or Authorized Institutions.
Trainings
First Aid & CPR Level
RNC Criminal record and Vulnerable Sector Checks
REFERENCES
Available upon Request
Timeline
Community Health Worker
FAEJOC RAPHA HOSPITAL
07.2019 - 12.2023
Health Care Assistant
ASATA HEALTH CENTER
01.2017 - 03.2018
Associate of Science - Bachelor of Science
Memorial University of Newfoundland
05.2001 -
Associate of Science - Community Health
COLLEGE OF HEALTH
05.2001 -
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