MUTOMBO LUSAMBA
Johannesburg,GP
Summary
Healthcare professional prepared to bring exceptional patient care and support to new role. Extensive experience in assisting with daily living activities and maintaining safe, clean environment for patients. Known for collaborative teamwork and flexibility to adapt to changing patient needs, ensuring consistent, high-quality care.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Health Care Aide
Edenhaven
SOUTH AFRICA (Johannesburg
04.2024 - Current
- Assisted in feeding patients by offering fluids and snacks and recording amounts consumed in logbook
- Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Delivered compassionate care and clear communication in handling issues of death and dying.
- Promoted a clean and safe environment by adhering to strict infection prevention protocols.
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient independence and overall wellbeing.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current with best practices in health care aide services.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques, empowering them to take control of their health management.
- Performed wound care tasks under the supervision of healthcare professionals, facilitating timely healing processes.
- Supported patient nutrition needs by preparing meals according to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using evidence-based interventions.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities to nursing staff or physicians.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Caregiver
DEOPR CARING FACILITY
Johannesburg, South Africa
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between home care settings by coordinating services and communicating effectively with all parties involved.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop personalized care plans for each client, resulting in tailored support and improved wellbeing.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
Caregiver
Circle Healthcare
Johannesburg, South Africa
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between home care settings by coordinating services and communicating effectively with all parties involved.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Education
Associate of Science - BASIC LIFE SUPPORT
ALISON UNIVERSITY
ONLINE COURSE02-2024
Associate of Science - CARE GIVER
SAIMET COLLEGE
SOUTH AFRICA (Johannesburg)10-2023
Skills
- Compassionate
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Patient Care
- Safety Precautions
- Feeding Assistance
- Preparing meals
- Trustworthy companion
- Basic Life Support
- Wound care specialist
- Pediatric Care
- Helping with medication
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
French
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Health Care Aide
Edenhaven
04.2024 - Current
Caregiver
DEOPR CARING FACILITY
08.2023 - 01.2024
Caregiver
Circle Healthcare
06.2023 - 08.2023
Associate of Science - BASIC LIFE SUPPORT
ALISON UNIVERSITY
Associate of Science - CARE GIVER
SAIMET COLLEGE