Nasra Yussuf
Dublin
Summary
Bilingual Somali-English healthcare professional and interpreter with experience in Irish healthcare and community settings. Skilled in medical terminology, cross-cultural communication, and supporting communication between healthcare professionals and service users. Experienced in hospital, community, and migrant support environments with strong understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding, and cultural mediation. Currently undertaking HSE professional training including GDPR Fundamentals and iPMS/PAS systems. Seeking freelance and healthcare interpreting opportunities in Ireland.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Somali-English Interpreter
Wordperfect
Dublin, ireland
03.2026 - Current
- Provide Somali ↔ English interpreting in healthcare and community settings
- Support communication between patients, families, and healthcare professionals
- Assist service users in understanding medical information and appointments
- Maintain confidentiality and professional interpreting standards
Experienced in Irish healthcare terminology and hospital environments
Healthcare Assistant
Carechoice
Dublin
01.2026 - Current
- Deliver person-centred care in residential healthcare settings
- Support communication with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds
- Maintain accurate healthcare documentation and safeguarding standards
- Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary healthcare teams
Healthcare Assistant
Home Care Company
Dublin
08.2024 - 08.2025
- Provided home-based support and daily living assistance.
- Supported client wellbeing and communication needs.
- Followed healthcare protocols and infection prevention standards.
Community Health & Language Support Experience
Somali & Migrant Communities
- Supported Somali and migrant communities in accessing healthcare and social services.
- Assisted individuals in navigating Irish healthcare and mental health services.
- Helped bridge language and cultural barriers in community and hospital settings.
Education
Healthcare Support (QQI Level 5) - Health Care Assistant
The Open College
Ireland2026
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) - Health Science
University of Somalia
Mogadishu2021
Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Community Health - Community Health
Kampala International University
Uganda2012
Professional Development and Training
- Invited Participant – Deep End Conference
- GDPR Fundamentals – HSE (Ongoing)
- iPMS/PAS Training – HSE (Ongoing)
- Infection Prevention & Control
- Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults
- Safeguarding of Children
- Dementia Care
- Manual Handling
Core Skills
- Somali ↔ English Consecutive Interpreting
- Medical Terminology & Healthcare Communication
- Cross-Cultural Communication
- Confidentiality & Ethical Practice
- Active Listening & Professional Note-Taking
- Mental Health & Community Support
- Safeguarding Awareness
- Team Collaboration
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Somali
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Freelance Somali-English Interpreter
Wordperfect
03.2026 - Current
Healthcare Assistant
Carechoice
01.2026 - Current
Healthcare Assistant
Home Care Company
08.2024 - 08.2025
Community Health & Language Support Experience
Somali & Migrant Communities
Healthcare Support (QQI Level 5) - Health Care Assistant
The Open College
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) - Health Science
University of Somalia
Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Community Health - Community Health
Kampala International University