Nomsa Mnkandla
Carer Assistant
Capetown
Summary
I am a self-motivated lady with exceptional interpersonal communication skills with a desire to utilize my educational and experience for professional development. I am a results oriented person with a passion for success, personal growth and keen to continue learning.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Retail Manager
Indian
01.2022 - Current
- Developed retail strategies with seasonal changes and implementation plans for deployment teams
- Merchandised displays to showcase new and popular items
- Recruited motivated, personable staff to deliver outstanding customer care
- Designed innovative marketing and sales promotions to increase foot traffic, profits and customer loyalty
- Created positive working environments by offering support and guidance to staff
- Managed medium retail team and work schedules, employee queries, regulations and complaints
- Entering and re-ordering of stock
- Understanding the POS Vendhq lightspeed
- Understanding clients’ needs
Care Assistant
Eastern 24Hr Hospital
Eastview Harare
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Supported patients with personal care, oral care
- Assessed Vital Signs
- Patient Emotional Support
- Assisted Registered Nurses with patient care day to day physical activities
- Basic Nursing procedures, bed making and bed bath
- Ensured infection control measures were being followed
- Cared for chronically ill patients
- Patient documentation and files: status updates
- Bed making and safety awareness
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for both patients and staff
- Planned Patients meals guided by their personal references, dietary restrictions and prescriptions
- Assisted patients with walker movement activities
- Took note of vital signs and reported changes to the supervisor.
Nanny
Schoeman Family
01.2009 - 01.2014
- Planned exciting activities for children, such as drawing, painting and games, keeping children entertained during care
- Kept house looking clean and presentable
- Prepared meals for children based on dietary requirements, preferences and allergies
- Supported meal times and sleep periods, creating calming environments conducive to relaxation
- Assisted children with personal care including bathing and toileting, as well as changing baby nappies when required
- Helped children get ready, dressed and prepared for outings
- Stayed vigilant and aware of surroundings throughout childminding activities, ensuring children stayed safe and protected.
Education
High School - O Level
Manunure High School
Zimbabwe 01.2001 - 12.2002
High School - Olevel
Luveve High School
Zimbabwe 01.2003 - 12.2004
Skills
Attention to detailEmpathyFlexibilityWide experience in providing Care and comfort to the elderlyExcellent grasp of basic caregiving proceduresGreat skill in identifying potentially safe guarding issuesCritical thinking and creative problem solvingConflict resolutionQUALIFICATIONSZimsec Odinary LevelAlisonCertificate in Introduction of CaregiverGrade PassReed UKLevel 3 Health and Social Care Diploma
Timeline
Retail Manager
Indian
01.2022 - Current
Care Assistant
Eastern 24Hr Hospital
01.2021 - 01.2022
Nanny
Schoeman Family
01.2009 - 01.2014
High School - Olevel
Luveve High School
01.2003 - 12.2004
High School - O Level
Manunure High School
01.2001 - 12.2002