Christopher Onyia

Support worker/carer

Healthcare Assistant / Support Worker
Harmony House Nursing Home – Redcar, Middlesbrough, UK
February 2024 – Present

Provided person-centered care to clients, supporting daily activities including personal hygiene, dressing, and meal preparation, while promoting independence and dignity.

Applied safe manual handling and mobility techniques to ensure client comfort and prevent injury during transfers and repositioning.

Supported individuals with complex mental health needs, effectively implementing de-escalation strategies to manage challenging behaviours in a calm and respectful manner.

Maintained accurate and up-to-date care records, including daily notes and progress reports, to support effective care planning and multidisciplinary communication.

Administered prescribed medications in accordance with care plans and updated MAR charts with precision and accountability.

Ensured compliance with infection prevention and control measures, adhering to all health and safety protocols within the care setting.

Fostered positive relationships with clients, families, and healthcare professionals to support holistic care and emotional well-being.

Supported young adults with autism and learning disabilities, empowering them to make informed choices and engage in meaningful activities that enrich their quality of life.

Care Skills Academy, Enugu Nigeria          -     2023

BLS, Safeguarding (Adult and Children), Duty of Care, Infection Prevention, and Control, Health and Safety, Awareness of mental health, dementia & Learning disability.

TRAIN HEALTHCARE LIMITED, LEEDS UK   -        2024

Care Certificate - Fully Completed

 Care Units Include:

 - Duty of Care | Person-Centered Support | Equality & Diversity

 - Safeguarding Adults & Children | Infection Control

 - Basic Life Support | Communication | Medication Awareness

 - Fluids & Nutrition | Privacy & Dignity | Manual Handling 

- Fire Safety | Lone Working | Health & Safety | Handling Information.