Nothando Mdletshe
Nurse Assistant /Caregiver
35 Ridgeside Road, Durban North
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated caregiver/nurse with 1.5 years of experience providing high-quality care to patients of all ages. Skilled in administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with daily living activities while fostering a safe and supportive environment. Seeking to leverage my expertise and empathetic approach to contribute to the well-being and comfort of patients in [specific type of facility or home care setting]. Committed to upholding patient dignity, enhancing quality of life, and collaborating with healthcare teams to deliver exceptional care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2024
2024
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Caregiver
Comfort Cares
01.2025 - Current
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- 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.
Caregiver
Discovery Life Agent
09.2024 - 01.2025
- 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.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
Educator assistant
Sibongile Primary School
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Assisted lead educators in planning and delivering engaging lessons tailored to diverse student needs
- Provided one-on-one academic support to students, fostering an inclusive and encouraging learning environment
- Monitored classroom activities to ensure discipline and adherence to school policies
- Prepared instructional materials and resources to support classroom teaching
- Facilitated group discussions and activities, promoting teamwork and critical thinking among students
- Conducted administrative tasks such as grading, attendance tracking, and record-keeping
- Supported learners with special educational needs through individualized assistance
- Organized and supervised extracurricular activities, such as sports, clubs, and field trips
- Collaborated with teachers, parents, and school staff to enhance student development and performance
- Maintained a clean, safe, and conducive learning environment for students
Nursing Assistant
Eyangakithi Medicals
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene, mobility, and meal preparation
- Administered prescribed medications and monitored patients’ vital signs
- Provided emotional support and fostered a safe, caring environment
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to create care plans
- Maintained patient records and ensured accurate documentation
- Supported elderly patients with daily routines, promoting independence
- Responded promptly to emergencies and ensured patient safety
Education
Certificate in Home Based Care -
Luleka Cares (Pty) Ltd
Matriculated - Life sciences, Geography, Mathematics, Isizulu, English FAL, Agricultural science
Nondenisa Secondary School
Skills
- Patient care and support
- Administering medications
- Monitoring vital signs
- Assistance with daily living activities
- Effective communication and empathy
- Basic first aid and CPR knowledge
- Time management and multitasking
- Basic computer skills
Profession
Nurse Assistant / Caregiver
Criminalrecord
None
Physicaladdress
35 Ridgeside Road, Durban North, KZN, 4051
Personal Information
- ID Number: 0111220728088
- Date of Birth: 11/22/01
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: South African
Awards
Completed Certificate in Home Based Care with distinction.
Timeline
Caregiver
Comfort Cares
01.2025 - Current
Caregiver
Discovery Life Agent
09.2024 - 01.2025
Educator assistant
Sibongile Primary School
03.2023 - 10.2023
Nursing Assistant
Eyangakithi Medicals
03.2023 - 10.2023
Matriculated - Life sciences, Geography, Mathematics, Isizulu, English FAL, Agricultural science
Nondenisa Secondary School
Certificate in Home Based Care -
Luleka Cares (Pty) Ltd