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Nomagugu Vundla

Care Giver
Johannersburg,Gauteng

Summary

Experienced and compassionate professional dedicated to assisting patients and clients with self-care and day-to-day tasks. A level-headed approach has been utilized to support nursing treatments, facilitate diagnostic procedures, and provide companionship to individuals in need. Passion lies in improving the well-being of others and delivering compassionate treatment within the patient community. Punctuality and kindness are integral to work, ensuring that each individual receives the care they deserve.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Care Giver to Michelle Ndlovu

Michelle Ndlovu Foundation
05.2022 - Current
  • Serving as a trusted companion for a 15-year-old patient with disability
  • Prepare meals to meet client nutritional needs
  • Handle basic housekeeping needs for clients with limited mental or physical capacity
  • Transport patient to and from medical appointments to promote attendance
  • Offer care and companionship to homebound client with mental or physical limitations
  • Carry out laundry and shopping tasks for service user
  • Ensure proper storage and disposal of medications to promote client safety
  • Monitor clients' vital signs and report any abnormalities to medical staff
  • Administer prescribed medications accurately and efficiently
  • Keep kitchens and bathrooms cleaned and sanitized to minimize infection risks
  • Facilitate transportation services for medical appointments or errands, enabling patients to maintain independence outside the home setting.
  • Maintain accurate records of patients' care, progress, and concerns, facilitating effective communication among healthcare professionals.

Assistant Care Giver

Katlegong Adult Centre
01.2017 - 04.2022
  • Maintained accurate case files, documenting all interactions, assessments, and updates on clients' situations
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • I cleaned the house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Implemented doctor's orders for medication administration, promoting overall patient wellness
  • Monitoring client’s condition by taking their temperature, pulse, respiration, and weight
  • Supported patients'' daily living activities, improving their overall quality of life and fostering a sense of independence.
  • Develop various behavior assessments to analyze patient's progress
  • Documented patient progress to share with family
  • I supported clients with mental support and physical activities to improve their quality of life and sustain their needs.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Assessed clients' cognitive abilities and physical and emotional needs to determine appropriate interventions
  • Assisted in maintaining a safe and clean environment for patients, ensuring a comfortable and pleasant atmosphere.
  • Transported clients to medical, personal, and program appointments
  • Improved nutrition and reduced grocery bills by recommending improvements to food choices and preparation methods.

Health and Safety Officer

Rotek Engineering (Eskom)
06.2008 - 12.2016
  • Monitored hazardous waste disposal practices to ensure compliance with regulations
  • Reviewed work processes to assess potential exposure risks for employees
  • Participated in developing strategies for continuous improvement of workplace safety culture
  • Investigated accidents to determine root causes and prevent future incidents
  • Created awareness campaigns promoting safe behaviors among employees
  • Determined cause of accidents and methods to prevent reoccurrence with thorough investigations
  • Suspended activities at worksites with direct negative impact on worker health and safety
  • Enhanced overall safety through improved training programs and safety equipment
  • Protected workers from hazardous work conditions by recommending changes to methods, processes and materials used in different environments.
  • Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
  • Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
  • Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
  • Managed hazardous materials handling procedures, ensuring proper storage, labeling, and disposal.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Health Science - Health Science

University of The People
USA (Online)
08.2024

Caregiving – Dementia Care - Health Education

Alison Courses
Online
01.2023

Oxygen first Aid training - Health Education

Alison Courses
Online
01.2023

Becoming a skilled caregiver - Health Education

Alison Courses
Online
01.2023

Human resources - Humanities

Wits
Johannesburg
01.2022

Introduction to Care giving - Health Education

Alison Courses
Online
01.2022

Administrative Support - Health Administration

Alison Courses
Online
01.2021

Diploma in Caregiving - Health Education

Alison Courses
Online
01.2021

Diploma in Mental Health - Health Education

Alison Courses
Online
01.2021

Elderly Care and Caring for the disabled - Health Education

Alison Courses
Online
01.2021

Diploma in Nursing and Patient Care - Health Education

Alison Courses
Online
01.2021

High School Diploma -

St Mary’s College
Johannesburg
12.2006

Some College (No Degree) - Elderly Care Course Certificate

Chilton College
Johannesburg

Some College (No Degree) - First Aid & CPR Course Certificate

Chilton International
Johannesburg

Skills

  • Respectful
  • Empathic
  • Time management
  • Sensitive
  • Dependable
  • Documentation proficiency
  • Computer literacy

Driving

Yes

Statement in support of my application

In my role as a caregiver, I provide invaluable support to people in need. In addition, I'm usually motivated more by a strong desire to serve people than by the fact that it's my job. This has always given me more confidence in my profession because when I see my plan through to completion and the patient feels better, I feel happy and fulfilled. Further supporting my drive are values like respect, meaningful work, and solid interpersonal relationships, all of which have been demonstrated to have a positive impact on the quality of services. With my experience throughout the years, I believe I'm an excellent fit for this role, and if I eventually end up getting it, I'm sure I'll have established my reputation over the following five years. Allowing me the option to pursue new prospects inside the firm as a motivated and aspirational individual. In this role, strategic planning is essential since it lays the groundwork for an organization's belief that my excellent analytical and leadership skills are the reason behind my success as a care assistant. One big bonus is that I can see even the smallest improvements in my patients. My capacity to remain upbeat in the midst of difficulty is one of my strongest suits. Since we work with vulnerable patients who are unable to voice their difficulties, trustworthiness and responsibility are essential in my profession, and a lack of these traits could jeopardize corporate operations. Maintaining confidentiality is crucial while working with patients who range in age from the most vulnerable to the elderly.

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 05/28/80
  • Nationality: South African
  • Marital Status: Single

References

  • Sabelo Ndlovu, 5 St Croix Rd, Mount Croix, Gqeberha, 6001, South Africa, +27 78 414 3159, ndlovus@cc.adventist.org, Assistant Finance Officer at Cape Conference of SDA
  • Motsamai Kgomo, 8 Stoneridge Office Park, JHB, +27 11 201 2168, Gibbs@niftymarketinggroup.co.za, Executive Director

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Care Giver to Michelle Ndlovu

Michelle Ndlovu Foundation
05.2022 - Current

Assistant Care Giver

Katlegong Adult Centre
01.2017 - 04.2022

Health and Safety Officer

Rotek Engineering (Eskom)
06.2008 - 12.2016

Bachelor’s Degree in Health Science - Health Science

University of The People

Caregiving – Dementia Care - Health Education

Alison Courses

Oxygen first Aid training - Health Education

Alison Courses

Becoming a skilled caregiver - Health Education

Alison Courses

Human resources - Humanities

Wits

Introduction to Care giving - Health Education

Alison Courses

Administrative Support - Health Administration

Alison Courses

Diploma in Caregiving - Health Education

Alison Courses

Diploma in Mental Health - Health Education

Alison Courses

Elderly Care and Caring for the disabled - Health Education

Alison Courses

Diploma in Nursing and Patient Care - Health Education

Alison Courses

High School Diploma -

St Mary’s College

Some College (No Degree) - Elderly Care Course Certificate

Chilton College

Some College (No Degree) - First Aid & CPR Course Certificate

Chilton International
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