Cathrine Dangu
Care Assistant
1369 Glennorah A
Summary
Professional with significant experience in healthcare support, prepared to contribute effectively to patient care services. Expertise in assisting with daily living activities, ensuring patient comfort, and maintaining medical records. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability to changing needs, and delivering reliable, high-quality care. Skilled in communication, empathy, and time management, essential for providing compassionate and efficient support.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Health Care Assistant
Melanie Fobes
11.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Delivered transportation services for medical appointments or personal errands, increasing client access to community resources.
- Ensured safety and well-being by closely monitoring health conditions and reporting changes to healthcare professionals.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
Nurse Aide
C.Magadzire
06.2023 - 11.2024
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture by mentoring newly hired nurse aides and sharing best practices.
- Promoted patient safety by closely monitoring vitals, reporting abnormal findings to nursing staff, and administering medications as directed
- Enhanced nutritional intake by preparing meals according to dietary restrictions and feeding patients who required assistance.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Assisted patients with therapy exercises as specified by care team.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean living environment.
Elderly Caregiver Volunteer
Murambi Frail Care House
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Monitored the health status of elderly clients through routine check-ups, promptly addressing any concerns or issues that arose.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, updating healthcare providers on changes in condition or needs as required.
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness
Education
Elderly Care Assistant -
Chilton Institute
Skills
Effective communication
Multitasking Abilities
Feeding assistance
First aid certification
Mobility assistance
Medication administration
Teamwork and collaboration
CPR certification
Adaptability and flexibility
Care monitoring
Patient observation
Wound care
Patient positioning
Multitasking
Problem-solving
Caregiver relations
Light housekeeping
Clinical documentation
Adaptability
Written communication
Patient safety management
Reliability
Patient relations
Companionship and emotional support
Home care aide (HCA)
Meal preparation
Empathy and compassionate care
Time management
Quality assurance
Calm under stress
Problem-solving abilities
Active listening
Certified in CPR/AED
Attention to detail
Team building
Transporting patients
Feeding assistance expert
Activities of daily living ADL support
Additional Information
HOBBIES
Art and crafts
Knitting
Hiking
Gardening
Reading
Cooking
Reference
Murambi Frail care home
Sister in charge :Evan Parker
+27 67 310 5999
parkerevan@gmail.com
Howard Hospital
C.Magadzire
Supervisor (RGN)
ChengeraiMags@gmail.com
+263773849243
Harare Hospital
Supervisor :Melanie Fobes
melaniefobes74@gmail.com
+263774244617
Timeline
Health Care Assistant
Melanie Fobes
11.2024 - Current
Nurse Aide
C.Magadzire
06.2023 - 11.2024
Elderly Caregiver Volunteer
Murambi Frail Care House
04.2023 - 06.2023
Elderly Care Assistant -
Chilton Institute