Jacobeth Sakala
Johannesburg
Summary
Dedicated Elderly Caregiver with a proven track record at Arbor Village, adept in compassionate caregiving and skilled in nutrition monitoring. Excelled in maintaining patient well-being through meticulous personal hygiene assistance and effective meal preparation. Demonstrated commitment to enhancing client health, evidenced by a significant improvement in patient comfort and satisfaction levels.
Compassionate caregiving professional with proven track record in providing high-quality support and assistance to elderly individuals. Skilled in personal care, medication management, and creating safe, nurturing environments. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability, ensuring seamless coordination and excellent outcomes. Known for reliability, empathy, and effective communication.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elderly Caregiver
Arbor Village
01.2021 - 09.2023
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Observed health status of clients to report changes and unusual occurrences to appropriate medical personnel.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations, providing first aid treatment when necessary and alerting medical personnel if required.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Supported seniors during nighttime hours by providing assistance and comfort, ensuring a restful night''s sleep.
- Coordinated closely with family members on updates regarding their loved one''s condition while respecting privacy.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, updating healthcare professionals on any changes or concerns regularly.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
Elderly Caregiver
Nazareth Care
12.2018 - 01.2020
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Observed health status of clients to report changes and unusual occurrences to appropriate medical personnel.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations, providing first aid treatment when necessary and alerting medical personnel if required.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Managed medication administration for clients, ensuring proper dosages and adherence to prescribed schedules.
Elderly Caregiver
Merry Mount
01.2016 - 11.2018
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting giving attention to detail.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Observed health status of clients to report changes and unusual occurrences to appropriate medical personnel.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations, providing first aid treatment when necessary and alerting medical personnel if required.
- Prepared nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary requirements for elderly clients while considering their preferences.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Caregiver Diploma
Alison
Johannesburg 04.2023
Graduate Certificate - Health Care Management
St John's
Bramfontain 02.2021
Graduate Certificate - Business Economics
Jules High Schools
Johannesburg 12.2010
Skills
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Documentation And Reporting
- Meal Preparation
- Compassionate Caregiving
- First aid and safety
- End of life care
- Data Confidentiality
- Nutrition monitoring
- Language Fluency
- Quality program protocols
Certification
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or St John Ambulance.
- Dementia Care Certification - Alzheimer's Association.
- Adult CPR/AED certification – American Red Cross.
- Home Health Aide Certification (HHA) - National Association for Home Care & Hospice.
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Elderly Caregiver
Arbor Village
01.2021 - 09.2023
Elderly Caregiver
Nazareth Care
12.2018 - 01.2020
Elderly Caregiver
Merry Mount
01.2016 - 11.2018
Graduate Certificate - Caregiver Diploma
Alison
Graduate Certificate - Health Care Management
St John's
Graduate Certificate - Business Economics
Jules High Schools
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