Care Assistant Health
Resume:
YEUKAI MARIMBI HEALTHCARE ASSISTANT
***************@*****.***
Kadoma, Zimbabwe
SUMMARY
Healthcare assistant with over seven years of experience providing exceptional care to the elderly, the disabled and mental health patients. Proficient in administering medication, managing care plans, and coordinating with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal resident well-being. Skilled in fostering meaningful relationships with residents and their families, resulting in improved quality of life and satisfaction. Proven track record of leadership, mentoring junior staff, and implementing innovative care practices to enhance overall care standards.
SKILLS
• Medication Administration
• CPR and First Aid
• Personal Digital Assistants
• Hoists and Slings
• Food Hygiene and Safety Training
• Patient lifting and handling techniques
• Health and safety regulations and procedures
• Strong Communication and interpersonal skills
• Empathy and compassion
• Team player
• Flexible and adaptable to changing environment
• Dementia Care
• End of life Care
• Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel EXPERIENCE
Rugare Old People’s Home 02/2022- Present
CARE ASSISTANT/SUPPORT WORKER
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Providing individualized care to residents and helping them maintain their independence by 80%.
• Scheduling and leading meetings with family members to update them on patient conditions.
• Performing routine checks on patients' vitals and analysing charts for significant changes to conditions.
• Assisting residents with activities of daily living including helping with meals, transferring using assistive devices, bathing, dressing, and grooming.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Assist with recreational and therapeutic activities for patients with disabilities resulting in improved mental health by 80%.
• Administering medications and monitored vital signs for patients resulting in improved health outcomes by 85%.
• Developing strong communication and interpersonal skills through caring for patients from diverse backgrounds.
• Accurately complete assignments and general duties increasing overall efficiency by 50%.
• Properly document all health records correctly by 100% accuracy. St Joseph's Clinics 01/2019-12/2021
CARE ASSISTANT
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Aided residents with everyday activities including mealtime, bathing, and grooming.
• Assisted residents with organization and cleaning of spaces and belongings.
• Built meaningful relationships with residents and offered emotional support through challenging situations.
• Played board games with elderly patients and encouraged them to pursue social lives.
• Administered medicine every 3 hours and kept notes on patient progress.
• Transported patient between home and doctor’s office 5 times weekly. Waterfalls Nursing Home 01/2016-12/2018
CAREGIVER/SUPPORT WORKER
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Developed and implemented reablement plans to help clients regain their independence.
• Assessed client needs and designed personalized reablement plans, resulting in a 90% success rate in improving client mobility and daily living skills.
• Managed a caseload of 20+ clients with varying degrees of needs, always ensuring client safety and comfort.
• Documented client progress and maintained accurate records of client care plans.
• Provided emotional support to clients and their families, promoting positive mental health and wellbeing.
• Partnered with health care professionals, families, and support workers to ensure comprehensive and consistent care to clients.
Additional Experience
Homecare Provider (1997- 2017)
EDUCATION
• Care Academy - 2023
15 Standard Care Certificates
• Chilton Care International- 2023
Nanny, Aupair and Elderly Care Certificates
• Alison-2023
Diploma in Caregiving
• Mabvure Secondary School -1996
Ordinary Level
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
English Language Proficiency: IELTS
Valid Driving License
Valid TB Test Certificate
Valid Police Clearance Certificate
Valid Passport
Covid 19 Vaccination Certificate
REFERENCES
• Rugare Old People’s
T. Moyo – Home Care Supervisor
********************@********.*** +263*********
• St.Joseph Clinics-Chishawasha Rural
Tinashe Badza: Senior Nurse
**************@*********.*** +263*********
• Waterfalls Nursing Home
V.Ncube: Care Supervisor
*********************@********.*** +263*********
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