Lazarus Liberty Jemitias Haruzivishe
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Objective
A dedicated and committed healthcare assistant with a natural ability to help and make better the lives of people with aesthetic challenges as well as those with learning difficulties, autism, dementia and disabilities and mental health needs. I have a strong work ethic gained in both support work and health care work. In addition to my invaluable work experience, I possess quality healthcare values, a friendly character, caring and considerate personality. I am adept at applying myself to a variety of responsibilities such as personal support, personal care, hygiene, vitals checking, exercising a high level of tact, patience, and empathy, and acting with integrity at all times
Experience
Wonder Maternity and Clinic
Care assistant
Assisting clients with daily activities, including personal care, bathing, dressing,meal preparation, and assisting with activities.
Following care plans to ensure individualised care for each client. Assisting patients with toileting needs and help with catheterisation and also promoting mobility either at home or outside.
Delivering a high standard of holistic patient care, ensuring that the patients` dignity and equality is maintained at all times.
Ensuring the principles set out in the fundamentals of care are incorporated into daily practice to ensure high quality service for patients and clients
Ensuring service user house is generally clean and tidy and reporting any untidiness/clutter to the appropriate person.
Completing patient menu cards involving patients in the process, taking in to account any dietary instructions as identified by qualified nurse.
Participating in protected mealtime for service user by ensuring patients receive their meals/beverages in a timely and safe manner, ensuring hands are washed and the environment is conducive to mealtimes. Performing patient observations; temperature such pulse and respirations following a period of appropriate training and assessment
Assisting in the moving and handling of service user ensuring that they are moved safely in line with organisational guidelines and policies
Recognising and responding appropriately to urgent and emergency situations Mucheke Old Peoples Home
Support Worker
Supported service users with learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities, mental health needs,communication difficulties to live independently Supported service users with tasks around the home such as cooking, cleaning, going out, taking part inactivities and attending college or work or going on holiday Supported pupils that have been excluded or are at risk of excluded from mainstream secondary school Created safe spaces for pupils so that they can develop and flourish. Safeguarded pupils from risk and harm, ensuring that they receive an outstanding level of care during their time with us
Supported and assisted excluded pupils to have a fresh start, challenging an supporting them to achieve academic success, have self-belief and raising their aspirations by encouraging positive progression through proactive interaction.
Supported pupils who need help behaviour management and self-regulation to overcome barriers to learning.
Provided pupils an opportunity to develop personally, emotionally and academically to allow young people to achieve their full potential.
Providing emotional support, through creating routines that include, outdoor activities, cooking, writing,music, games, and relaxation at home
Drived pupils to activities and appointments, encouraging them to take part in exciting new challenges 2015
2013
2022
2023
Supported service users outside of their homes, with activities that promote independent living including attending appointments with the service user relating to mental health, drugs and alcohol, domestic abuse and any other areas that the service user needs support with. Supported service users in their homes to develop skills or provide information that promotes independent living, focusing on budgeting, debt management, shopping, cooking, cleaning, and many others.
Supported service users in developing interests including accessing education, training and volunteering where appropriate.
Provided support and respond to service users when in crisis and help them to successfully navigate that crisis either directly or through information given Education
Ndaramba High School
Advanced Level
Pass
Mucheke High School
GCSE Ordinary Level
Pass
Red Cross Zimbabwe
Community Based Healthcare, First Aid and Nurse Aide Pass
Alison
Diploma in Caregiving
Pass
Skills
Knowledge of dementia care, hospice care, and assisted living Excellent communication skills and ability to build rapport with clients Compassionate and patient demeanor
Ability to work independently or as part of a team Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules
Ability to administer medications according to prescribed guidelines Compassionate nature and ability to provide emotional support to clients Reference
Available on request -