Itayi Lonelicia Chifamba
Healthcarer
No 1 Nansen Street Observatory Capetown
Summary
Healthcare Assistant with 2 years of experience assisting nursing staff in delivery of patient care. Complies with healthcare guidelines, policies and standards and reports patient information and observations to plan and guide nursing care. Maintains safe and clean environment using approved infection control practices. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Health carer position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Health Care Assistant
City Health Department
Harare
11.2020 - 05.2022
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating and drinking and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Organized and maintained medication closets and first aid supplies.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Maintained clean environment with due consideration to health and safety issues and infection control policy.
- Arranged bedding and cushions to enhance patient comfort in bed and chairs.
- Aided patients with walking and limb exercises to improve strength and balance.
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
- Supported nursing staff with care of incontinent patients and promotion of continence care.
- Cared for dying patients and prepared deceased for transfer to mortuary.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in 20-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care
Assistant Manager
Ludicks Guest House
Parrow North Capetown
01.2014 - 01.2020
- Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
- Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.
- Conducted weekly staff meetings to motivate staff members, address concerns and questions, plan improvements and evaluate progress toward goals.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy and reducing discrepancies.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies and forecast future needs.
- Reduced supply expenses, cut production costs and lowered financial expenditures to increase bottom line.
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
- Recognized staff for contributions to company success to foster engagement and increase productivity.
Education
Health Aide
Red Cross Zimbabwe Society
Zimbabwe 01.2022 - 04.2022
Care Certificate
Caredemy
Online 06.2022 - Current
Front Office Operations
International Hotel School
Capetown 01.2018 - 01.2019
Skills
Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
Cooking,Travelling ,Reading Novels and Charity work
I love cooking and trying new recipes,i can cook alone in the kitchen,family gatherings and never want to see anyone hungry as long as i am available.
I love nature environment areas because they uplift my spirit,especially when i feel overwhelmed.
Reading novels to learn new words daily and to keep my mind busy.
I do charity work in the community ,because i don't like to see people suffering,i usually share the little i have to bring a happy smile on a persons face.
Timeline
Care Certificate
Caredemy
06.2022 - Current
Health Aide
Red Cross Zimbabwe Society
01.2022 - 04.2022
Health Care Assistant
City Health Department
11.2020 - 05.2022
Front Office Operations
International Hotel School
01.2018 - 01.2019
Assistant Manager
Ludicks Guest House
01.2014 - 01.2020
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