Rumbidzai Machingauta
Jeffreys Bay
Summary
Adept Care Assistant with proven expertise in compassionate care and teamwork, honed at Joanie Ferreira and Amala Nursing Home. Excelled in enhancing patient recovery and comfort through meticulous attention to health and safety compliance and emotional support. Demonstrated a commitment to professional development and patient-centric achievements, significantly improving patient experiences and outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Care Assistant
Joanie Ferreira
02.2022 - 06.2024
- Maintained clean and organized living spaces for patients, ensuring a comfortable and sanitary environment conducive to healing.
- Enhanced patient recovery by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Assisted patients with mobility, transferring them safely between beds, chairs, and wheelchairs as needed.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Managed time effectively while balancing multiple tasks simultaneously, ensuring all aspects of patient care were addressed promptly.
- Assisted with meal preparation and feeding, ensuring adherence to dietary restrictions and nutritional guidelines for optimal health.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Conducted regular safety checks on equipment used in patient care to ensure proper functionality and mitigate risks.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by engaging in conversation and recreational activities, fostering a sense of companionship.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress, documenting changes in condition or response to treatment interventions.
- Assisted patients in maintaining personal hygiene through regular bed baths or showers according to individual preferences.
Care Assistant
Amala Nursing Home
05.2021 - 11.2021
- Maintained clean and organized living spaces for patients, ensuring a comfortable and sanitary environment conducive to healing.
- Enhanced patient recovery by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Assisted patients with mobility, transferring them safely between beds, chairs, and wheelchairs as needed.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with meal preparation and feeding, ensuring adherence to dietary restrictions and nutritional guidelines for optimal health.
- Managed time effectively while balancing multiple tasks simultaneously, ensuring all aspects of patient care were addressed promptly.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current with best practices in caregiving techniques.
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress, documenting changes in condition or response to treatment interventions.
- Assisted patients in maintaining personal hygiene through regular bed baths or showers according to individual preferences.
- Administered medications under supervision of licensed healthcare providers, following established protocols for dosage accuracy and timing.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
Education
High School Level - High School Certificate
Kakora Secondary School
Harare,Zimbabwe Health Care Course - Caregiver
Accord Businesses Academy
Port Elizabeth 04.2021
Skills
- Teamwork
- Housekeeping
- Cleaning and organizing abilities
- Customer Service
- Health and safety compliance
- Bed making proficiency
- Feeding Assistance
- Compassionate Care
- Mobility Assistance
- Client Confidentiality
- Dementia Care
- Meal Preparation
- Toileting support
- End of life care
- Nutrition monitoring
- Time Management
- First aid and safety
- Emotional Support
Languages
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Care Assistant
Joanie Ferreira
02.2022 - 06.2024
Care Assistant
Amala Nursing Home
05.2021 - 11.2021
High School Level - High School Certificate
Kakora Secondary School
Health Care Course - Caregiver
Accord Businesses Academy
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