Dynamic health care professional with extensive experience at Stegman Home for Senior Citizens, specializing in personal hygiene assistance and medication administration.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nails and Pedicures
Self-employed
Johannesburg
11.2009 - Current
Provided manicures, pedicures and nail treatments to clients.
Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments and taking payments from customers.
Maintained customer records for future reference.
Developed creative designs on nails using a variety of colors and materials.
Responded promptly to customer inquiries and complaints.
Health Care Assistant
Stegman Home for Senior Citizens - 200 Hours
04.2025 - 06.2025
Assisted elderly clients with personal care tasks, such as bathing, dressing, and toileting, to promote hygiene and preserve dignity.
Monitored vital signs and behavioral changes to support early detection of health issues, and ensure timely medical attention.
Assisted in transferring patients from wheelchair or bed using appropriate techniques.
Facilitated safe mobility and use of assistive devices to prevent falls, and promote physical independence.
Prepared and served meals according to specific dietary plans to maintain nutrition and support health conditions.
Administered oral and topical medications per care plans to ensure treatment adherence, and manage symptoms effectively.
Maintained a clean, sanitary living environment to reduce infection risks, and provide a safe, comfortable care setting.
Provided emotional support, and engaged residents in conversation and activities to reduce isolation and enhance mental well-being.
Documented daily care, health observations, and incidents to ensure continuity of care, and compliance with reporting standards.
Responded promptly to resident calls and emergencies to ensure immediate assistance and client safety.
Collaborated with healthcare professionals and family members to tailor care plans to each resident's unique physical and emotional needs.
Followed established hygiene and safety protocols to support infection control and maintain a professional care environment.
Demonstrated adaptability and empathy while managing varying client needs, contributing to a respectful and supportive atmosphere.
Education
Certificate - Elderly Care & Frail Care With First Aid Level 1
Briann
Gauteng Province, South Africa
01-2025
Certificate - Childcare, Au Pair & Special Needs With First Aid
Briann
Gauteng Province, South Afric
01-2025
Certificate - Housekeeping Course
Briann
Gauteng Province, South Africa
01-2025
Certificate - Elderly Care, First Aid & CPR
EduBabe - Services SETA
Gauteng Province, South Africa
01-2023
Skills
Personal hygiene assistance
Vital signs monitoring
Medication administration
Nutritional support
Mobility assistance
Toileting care
Infection prevention
Emergency response and first aid
Fall prevention strategies
Assistive device safety
Housekeeping and sanitation
Emotional support and companionship
Client engagement activities
Family collaboration
Compassionate communication skills
Care plan execution
Health change reporting
Certification
Elderly Care - First AID & CPR Course EduBabe College 2023
Care Certificate - CPD College Always Learning - CPD Certified - 2022
References
Mrs. Anne Luyt - Daughter of the care recipient - Edenvale - 082 879 1510 - luytanne@gmail.com