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Lindiwe Sithole

Lindiwe Sithole

Caregiver
Johannesburg

Summary

Dedicated Caregiver with extensive experience at Private Home, excelling in patient care and medication management. Leveraged skills in medical office administration and verbal communication to enhance client quality of life, achieving significant improvements in patient wellness and autonomy. Renowned for compassionate service and a flexible approach, ensuring comprehensive support and client satisfaction.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Caregiver

Private Home
08.2021 - 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.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • 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.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
  • 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.
  • Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
  • 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.

Skills

Community integration

Timeline

Caregiver

Private Home
08.2021 - Current

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