Patricia Jantjies

Home Health Nurse, Home Care Worker, Home Based Personal Care Assistant, Or Home Health Aide

Cape Town

Summary

I am passionate about enhancing my clients' quality of life and treating them with dignity and respect. I also provide emotional support and maintain a clean and safe environment.

I offer care and nurture and a genuine interest in supporting others.

I am also eager to learn and develop in the caregiving environment.

Overview

years of professional experience

Languages

Work History

Personal Carer

Havens Home

Woodstock, Capte Town

06.2014 - 06.2018

Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, taking patients blood pressure and also assisted with medication reminders.
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.

Education

Home Based Nursing Certificate - Home Based Nursing Certificate

Haven Homes / Assisted Living

Woodstock, Cape Town, South Africa

06.2014 - 06.2014

Skills

Personal hygiene and bathing assistance

Understand and respond to the emotional needs of clients and their families

Maintain a calm and encouraging demeanour, even in challenging situations

Observant (notice changes in a client's condition or behaviour)

Punctual & dependable

Effective time management to ensure timely and comprehensive care

Caring, kind, cheerful and friendly

Willing to be hands-on with patients

Willing to do personal care tasks (washing, toileting, etc)

Home Safety: Ensuring the client's home environment is safe and free of hazards

Light Housekeeping: Maintaining a clean and organized living space

Meal Preparation: Assisting with meal planning and preparation

Documentation: Maintaining accurate and thorough records of care provided

Hobbies

Physical exercise

Taking long walks

Timeline