Helen Nakiryowa
Haverhill
Summary
To provide compassionate and reliable homecare to individuals in need, enhancing their quality of life and promoting independence.
Dedicated and empathetic homecare giver with 50 years of experience in providing personalized care to clients in their homes. Skilled in assisting with daily tasks, managing medication, and creating a safe and supportive environment.
Overview
52
52
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Homecare Giver
Step by Step Homecare
09.2023 - 01.2025
- Provided care to [number] clients, assisting with daily tasks, medication management, and mobility support.
- Developed and implemented personalized care plans to meet clients' unique needs and goals.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment, adhering to infection control and safety protocols.
Homecare Giver
Private Homecare
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Prepared meals and snacks, accommodating dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Engaged clients in activities and conversations, fostering social interaction and mental stimulation.
Public Health Nurse
Government of Uganda
01.1973 - 10.2008
- Conducted health assessments to evaluate patient needs and develop care plans.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and health promotion strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care effectively.
- Administered immunizations and monitored patient responses to treatments.
- Participated in community outreach programs to enhance public health awareness.
- Assisted in implementing infection control protocols to ensure safety standards.
- Provided support during health screenings and wellness events for diverse populations.
- Educated the public on disease prevention strategies through community presentations, workshops, and written materials.
- Reduced disease transmission through administering immunizations and providing education on infection prevention.
- Increased vaccination rates within the community through targeted campaigns and educational outreach efforts.
- Safely administered flu and pneumonia vaccinations, providing education to customers on vaccines, dosage, indications, precautions, contraindications and potential side effects.
- Monitored trends in communicable diseases for early identification of potential outbreaks or emerging issues affecting the population''s health status.
Public Health Nurse
Private Owned
03.2009 - 02.2021
- Prevented illness by education public on healthy practices to stop disease.
- Strengthened relationships with community partners by participating in collaborative events focused on improving the local public health landscape.
- Visited homes to determine patient and family needs.
- Assessed and responded to individual and community health education needs.
- Conducted outreach programs in underserved communities to increase access to healthcare services and improve overall quality of life.
- Visited homes, assessing patient and family needs.
- Promoted maternal and child health by offering prenatal care, family planning counseling, and well-child visits for families in need.
- Enhanced patient care by developing individualized treatment plans based on comprehensive assessments and evidence-based practices.
- Met with members of public and local leaders at various community events and discussed ways to reduce illness, food contamination and obesity.
- Coordinated work groups and outreach activities.
- Performed post-discharge follow-up and offered counseling services if available.
Education
High School Diploma -
High School Diploma -
RED CROSS OF GREECE HIGHER SCHOOL OF NURSES
01-1970
High School Diploma -
AFRICAN MEDICAL & RESEARCH FOUNDATION (AMREF)
03-1992
Skills
- Personal care assistance (bathing, dressing, grooming)
- Medication management and administration
- Mobility support and transfer assistance
- Meal preparation and nutrition planning
- Light housekeeping and laundry
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Time management and organization
Certification
- Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)
- CPR/First Aid Certification
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Greek
Full Professional
Timeline
Homecare Giver
Step by Step Homecare
09.2023 - 01.2025
Homecare Giver
Private Homecare
01.2023 - 08.2023
Public Health Nurse
Private Owned
03.2009 - 02.2021
Public Health Nurse
Government of Uganda
01.1973 - 10.2008
High School Diploma -
High School Diploma -
RED CROSS OF GREECE HIGHER SCHOOL OF NURSES
High School Diploma -
AFRICAN MEDICAL & RESEARCH FOUNDATION (AMREF)
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