Kudzanayi Mushayi
Caregiver
Port Elizabeth
Summary
Dedicated Caregiver with extensive experience at Julie Anne Petersen, adept in patient management and meal preparation. Excelled in maintaining patient dignity and independence, enhancing quality of life through compassionate care and nutritional support. Skilled in medication administration and behavioral management, consistently achieving improved patient health outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Caregiver
Julie Anne Petersen
09.2020 - Current
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Education
Ordinary Level
Siyaphambili Secondary School
Kwekwe/Zimbabwe 2002
Skills
Direct Patient Care
Timeline
Caregiver
Julie Anne Petersen
09.2020 - Current
Ordinary Level
Siyaphambili Secondary School
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