Nothabo Ndlovu
Johannesburg
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive expertise in elderly care, specialising in patient companionship and personal hygiene assistance. Demonstrates exceptional adaptability and flexibility, ensuring impeccable standards of cleanliness and adherence to protocols. Proficient in meal preparation, basic housekeeping, and mobility assistance, with a strong emphasis on integrity and honesty. Known for superior organisation, effective multitasking, and tactful communication skills. Committed to delivering consistent service while maintaining professional discretion and flexibility in schedule.
I am also an experienced professional with focus on maintaining clean and orderly environments. Creates welcoming spaces through attention to detail and organisational skills. Ensures high standards of hygiene and comfort for guests.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
Work history
CAREGIVER
Joseph Gerard Foundation
Johannesburg
2024.11 - 2025.02
- 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.
Housekeeper
Lindsay and Catherine
Johannesburg, South Africa
2014.09 - 2022.03
- Completed minor repair works around the house for improved functionality.
- Handled gardening duties, promoting an appealing outdoor space.
- Managed waste disposal effectively for a cleaner environment.
- Meet guests' needs by delivering top-notch hospitality services during their stay.
- Fulfilled special requests from homeowners to meet individual preferences.
- Cooked healthy and delicious meals ensuring satisfied family members.
- Promoted safety through checking household appliances to prevent potential hazards.
- Managed laundry process, washing, drying, folding clothes; keeping wardrobe tidy.
- Ensured spotless and tidy environment by performing comprehensive house cleaning tasks.
- Maintained high hygiene standards for improved living conditions.
- Organised cupboards and wardrobes to enhance orderliness in the house.
- Ran errands as needed contributing to smooth household operations.
- Washed, ironed and folded laundry, delicate fabrics and expensive pieces with appropriate methods.
- Hand dusted and wiped clean furniture, fixtures and window sills, producing spotless results.
- Achieved cleaning requirements within allotted timeframes.
Education
No Degree - Ancillary Healthcare
Lady With The Lamp Training School
Johannesburg, South AfricaSkills
- Elderly care
- Patient companionship
- Meal preparation
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Basic housekeeping
- Patient care
- Mobility assistance
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Impeccable standards of cleanliness
- Floorcare proficiency
- Professional discretion
- Flexibility in schedule
- Excellent memory for details
- Tactful communication
- Cooking proficiency
- Equipment handling
- Specialised cleaning
- Superior organisation
- Integrity and honesty
- Adherence to protocols
- Consistency in service
- Effective multitasking
Websites
LANGUAGES
English
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
CAREGIVER
Joseph Gerard Foundation
2024.11 - 2025.02
Housekeeper
Lindsay and Catherine
2014.09 - 2022.03
No Degree - Ancillary Healthcare
Lady With The Lamp Training School