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Maude Kale

Maude Kale

Pietermaritzburg

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Community Care Assistant with 1 year of experience providing holistic and patient-centered care. Passionate about end-of-life care and experienced in dealing with critically ill patients. Adept at adapting to high-pressure environments and providing the best possible care. Proven ability to assess and manage complex respiratory issues, and deliver compassionate care in various settings. Committed to advancing healthcare and improving patient well-being through continuous learning and professional growth.

Work History

Care Giver

St. Mary's Centre
04.2024 - 11.2024
  • As a Care Giver at St.Mary's, I provided dedicated support and assistance to individuals with diverse care needs. Collaborating with healthcare professionals, I implemented personalized care plans to address each individual's unique requirements, focusing on enhancing their overall well-being and quality of life. I prioritized emotional support and encouragement, fostering a positive and motivating environment for the individuals under my care.
  • Collaborated with physical therapists to develop tailored rehabilitation programs for patients with mobility challenges.
  • Assisted individuals with prescribed exercises and daily activities, ensuring consistency and proper technique.
  • Introduced and educated individuals on using adaptive equipment to facilitate movement and independence safely.
  • Received heartfelt gratitude from individuals and their families for the significant improvements in their quality of life.
  • My commitment to patient-centered care and collaborative approach with healthcare professionals has consistently led to impactful results, ultimately enhancing the lives of those under my care.

ESL Tutor

Lingueo
09.2020 - 07.2024
  • Enhanced students'' English language skills by developing comprehensive lesson plans focused on grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation.
  • Adapted lessons to accommodate students with diverse cultural backgrounds, learning abilities, and prior experience in English language instruction.
  • Created engaging presentations and visual aids to support student understanding of complex language concepts.
  • Assisted students in preparing for standardized English proficiency exams such as TOEFL and IELTS, leading to improved test results.
  • Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions addressing individual student concerns outside of regular class hours.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback and support.

Cook

Intercontinental Hotel
03.2003 - 10.2007
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
  • Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
  • Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Contributed to positive guest experiences by accommodating special dietary needs and requests.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.

Education

Certificate - Psychosocial And Health Care Assistant

Certitude Institute of Applied Sciences
Lusaka,Zambia
01-2024

Food Production - Hotel, Motel, And Restaurant Management

Hotel And Tourism Training Institute
Lusaka,Zambia
10.2002

Skills

  • Patient-centered
  • Organizational
  • Time management
  • Emotional support
  • Collaborative approach
  • Dementia care
  • Elderly care
  • Patient assessments
  • Patient companionship

Reference

Babalwa Mdineka

Tel: +27 87 188 3634

Mobile : +27 61 511 9587

Email: maudek@gmail.com

Timeline

Care Giver

St. Mary's Centre
04.2024 - 11.2024

ESL Tutor

Lingueo
09.2020 - 07.2024

Cook

Intercontinental Hotel
03.2003 - 10.2007

Certificate - Psychosocial And Health Care Assistant

Certitude Institute of Applied Sciences

Food Production - Hotel, Motel, And Restaurant Management

Hotel And Tourism Training Institute
Maude Kale